It is very important to maintain the structural integrity of brick buildings, particularly in areas where the greater part of the buildings is constituted with this material, such as Newmarket. While performing brick repair Newmarket property owners are faced with a number of commonly made mistakes that compromise the structural stability and beauty of masonry. The emphasis of this talk is on some of the prevalent defects and strategic ways of avoiding them; this way, your brick repairs shall not just be effective but also durable.
Disregarding
Initial Signs of Deterioration
The first mistake made in maintaining
bricks is disregarding the first signs of damage such as small cracks or
efflorescence, which is a white powder-like substance that builds up on
surfaces. These minor signs may develop into big problems if not taken care of.
The general rule is one must always be observant of brick structures and
immediately apply curative measures whenever some form of damage has been
detected in order to stop further deterioration.
Application
of Incompatible Bricks and Mortar
The other common mistake committed in brick repair Newmarket is the
application of bricks and mortar without matching these to the original
materials with respect to texture, color, and strength. This will not only
impair the structural integrity but also detract from visual harmony in the
edifice. Ensuring cohesion in aesthetic and structural makeups, care is to be
taken that materials chosen should closely resemble the materials used in
original construction to preserve the historical and aesthetic value of the
structure.
Neglecting
the Need for Deep Cleanings
The basic preparatory work, which in many
cases is overlooked, involves total cleaning of the area to be repaired before
actual repair is carried out. Poor cleaning of old mortar joints can seriously
impair the bonding between the old and new mortars, and the resulting repair is
weak and may fail prematurely. Cleaning should be carried out using methods
suitable for removing all debris in order to get strong bonding between the new
and old material.
Poor
Mortar Mixing and Application Methods
Poor mixing and application of mortar rank
high amongst repair mistakes. Mortar needs to be mixed to an optimum
consistency; too dry an application will not bond, while too wet may shrink, or
set too slowly. In addition, very thick applications of mortar have the
potential to crack. Applications of mortar need to be in layers and each layer
must be allowed an adequate amount of time to set.
Avoiding
Climatic Conditions
Ambient climatic conditions also have a
deep impact on the success of brick repairs. Extremely extreme weather-either
very much hot or cold, along with heavy rain-nothing will go in favor of the
curing of mortar in repairs. The ideal states for brick repair are dry weather
conditions with mild temperatures. It will be helpful to schedule the repair
activities to correspond with the weather forecasts for optimum results.
Conclusion
Three common mistakes made while going for brick
repair which will not allow permanency include harmony, cleanliness, proper
mortar mix, and application with regard to climatic conditions. Procedures
considered in brick repair Newmarket
include proactive damage management, material selection in harmony, assurance
of thorough cleaning, correct mixing and application of mortar, and
consideration of a climatic condition. Anyone observing these techniques can be
guaranteed brick repairs remaining strong and beautiful for a lifetime.
