Repair vs. replace bricks: do your bricks need to be repaired or completely replaced? This can seem like a tricky question if you are trying to decide the best way to complete a renovation. In some cases, it makes more financial sense to replace brickwork because repairs will not last …
You may qualify for a grant to restore a historic building in Toronto. Several Grants are offered through the National Trust for Canada based on your location within Canada, the type of project you are conducting, and the specific building and its significance in terms of Canada’s history. According to …
In general, there are four distinct types of mortar that you should be aware of: N, O, S, and M. While all mortar is trusted to essentially do the same job, it will contain a unique mixture of the basic ingredients: lime, cement, and sand. The best type of mortar …
White substance on bricks? Finding white stuff on bricks is a common problem in Toronto known as efflorescence. The word has French origins that mean “to flower out.” So, what causes efflorescence? Bricks are naturally porous, which means they absorb moisture and then release this moisture in the form of …
You should not seal a brick chimney in Toronto – or anywhere for that matter. Even though it may help keep water out, at the same time, it also traps existing moisture and that can lead to additional issues. There are water repellents that add an extra barrier to water …
