Preserving South Australia’s Heritage
Salt damp repairs completed, involving repointing with lime mortars and finishing with a protective antimicrobial limewash at Kensington.
Failing lime mortar caused by water ingress into the basement cellar.
Antimicrobial limewash applied for protection in the basement cellar of North Adelaide.
Room with white textured walls, a small window showing a blue sky outside, and visible wiring along the wall.
Interior of a building with white textured walls and a rectangular window showing a blue sky. Wooden beams are visible on the ceiling.
A room under renovation with white textured walls, exposed floorboards, and construction materials, including metal support beams and rusty nails.
View of a small, rustic wooden window set into a textured, beige plaster wall.
Interior of a rustic room with exposed wooden beams on the ceiling, two small windows with blue curtains, and some furniture, including a wooden chair and a cardboard box.
Interior view of a room with unfinished stone flooring, white plastered walls, and a skylight in the ceiling providing natural light.
Interior of a room with a small window, white textured walls, and a wooden floor with a dark finish.
Interior of an unfinished room with white plastered walls, a small window with blue sky visible, and wooden beams on the ceiling.
Looking up at two small windows in a white wall, with a rustic wooden ceiling above.
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![Adelaide Stonemason Robert repointing with Lime Mortar on Heritage Sandstone Wall at Blackwood, Adelaide, South Australia]()
The Art of Repointing
Repointing is the process of renewing the mortar joints between bricks, stones, or other masonry units. Over time, mortar can deteriorate due to exposure to the elements, leading to cracks, erosion, and weakening of the structure. Repointing addresses these issues by removing damaged mortar and replacing it with fresh mortar, rejuvenating the masonry's strength and appearance.
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![Salt Damp to Bluestone wall at Burnside, Adelaide, South Australia]()
Salt Damp and How to Fix It
I've faced a formidable challenge that silently corrodes the splendor of historic stone houses: salt damage, otherwise known as salt damp. These architectural wonders, soaked in history, endure a continuous assault from soluble salts that infiltrate the stone and surrounding mortar. Rising damp from groundwater and falling damp from rainwater introduce these salts, leaving behind crystalline residues as moisture evaporates.
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![Cement based mortar causing salt damp issues on sandstone wall at Blackwood, Adelaide, South Australia]()
The Pitfalls of Cement-Based Mortars in Stone Buildings
I've faced a formidable challenge that silently corrodes the splendor of historic stone houses: salt damage, otherwise known as salt damp. These architectural wonders, soaked in history, endure a continuous assault from soluble salts that infiltrate the stone and surrounding mortar. Rising damp from groundwater and falling damp from rainwater introduce these salts, leaving behind crystalline residues as moisture evaporates.
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![chimney restoration at Islington Railyards, Adelaide, South Australia]()
Crumbling Chimneys
Chimneys, with their timeless charm and practicality, have been a fixture in homes for centuries. However, the passage of time and exposure to the elements can take a toll on these essential structures, leading to deterioration. In this blog post, we'll explore the ins and outs of chimney deterioration, uncover its root causes, and delve into effective methods for remediation and preservation.
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