Dictionary of Moisture Protection & Restoration

How to repair or restore a stone structure: a. Patching b. Retooling (polishing or honing) c. Temporary stabilization d. Supplemental anchorage e. Crack repairs f. Dutchman g. Unit replacement h. Consolidation i. Cleaning (appropriate procedures and materials j. Cutting and repointing of mortar joints k. Installation of sealants A restored structure should look like a lady who has aged gracefully and has been well kept. To achieve this, the repairs become the most important phase of restoration or preservation. All repairs should be: 1. Sound (Well anchored and structurally solid.) 2. Compatible (The repairs have to marry the existing materials in density and movements.) 3. Blending (The profile details, the texture and colors should blend with the surrounds.)

Typical bad repair Good blending repair

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