Lime Mortar Repointing · Kingston upon Thames
Lime Mortar Repointing in Kingston upon Thames
Kingston's Victorian and Edwardian brickwork is at its best when repointed in lime. Councils and heritage teams here expect it on period properties, and we work to those specifications by default.
Local property types
Lime Mortar Repointing for Kingston upon Thames homes
Lime repointing on Kingston villas around Coombe Hill, period terraces in the town centre and Edwardian semis across Norbiton. Chimney stacks and parapets particularly benefit from lime work.
We understand what Kingston building control and heritage teams want to see - matched mortars, correct joint profiles, sample panels and photographic records. All standard on our lime jobs.
Common signs
When lime mortar repointing is needed
- Cement repointing trapping damp
- Spalling brick faces from hard mortar
- Weathered original lime joints needing renewal
- Listed building consent conditions requiring lime
The benefits
What you'll gain
- Breathable wall, drier interior
- Period-correct appearance
- Protects original brick fabric
- Compliant with conservation requirements
Our process
How we approach lime mortar repointing in Kingston upon Thames
Mortar analysis
We assess existing lime to inform the new mix - NHL grade, hot lime or putty as appropriate.
Hand rake-out
Existing mortar carefully removed by hand only - never with angle grinders.
Lime mix & point
Mixed on site, applied in layers, finished to a struck, weathered or flush profile to match.
Slow cure protection
Hessian, dampening and weather protection during the lime carbonation period.
FAQ
Lime Mortar Repointing in Kingston upon Thames - your questions
Materials cost a little more and the work takes longer, but done once it lasts three to five times longer. Over the life of the wall lime is cheaper - and it protects the brick.
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