Browse Forums Building Standards; Getting It Right! 1 Feb 28, 2019 3:33 am Brickwork have just been high pressure cleaned. The mortar looks very soft sandy and weak. The sands crumbles down if you run your finger on the mortar. Here is the video https://youtu.be/rL-NTP3Pe4Q Have everyone had the same issue and can advise what are the possible remediations? Thanks in advance. Re: Mortar defects? 2Apr 13, 2019 11:26 am Here is info on Mortar Test Results and some Dos and Don'ts Do check the mortar composition and if any additives are added then don't use a water pressure cleaner You will probably have to Repoint Brickwork at a later stage Goodluck Designer,Engineer (Civil,Const & Envir),Builder,Concrete & Masonry Contract.Struct Repairs 1 9593 All 3 items listed are defects and are of concern. Please seek qualified independent inspector and/or legal advice for your state. 1 8399 Hi It came to my attention after the handover that - The facade cladding on the face and the side are not straight. -The face tapers down by 50mm from left to right and… 0 2712 |