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Rain splashing against a brick wall and windowsill beside a building window
August 27, 2026
Can tuckpointing be done in winter? Learn when it's suitable, what conditions matter, and why professional assessment is essential.
Brick staircase viewed from below with white railings and a ceiling above
August 23, 2026
How often do you need to repoint a brick house? In Sydney, it depends on age, mortar and coastal exposure. Here is how to read the signs and time it right.
June 30, 2026
Learn how professionals match mortar colour for tuckpointing to restore heritage brickwork, protect your property and achieve a seamless finish.
Close-up of a brick wall with black soot staining around a vertical crack and mortar joints
May 13, 2026
Those cracks in mortar joints might be harmless or a warning sign. Discover when to worry, how to spot serious patterns and when to call Keystone Pointing for help.
Weathered red brick wall with white powdery salts on the surface.
April 30, 2026
Learn what salt damp in masonry is, how it damages brickwork, the early warning signs to watch for and when to call a brick masonry specialist.
Weep hole in a brick wall
April 8, 2026
Weep holes in brick walls protect your home from damp, mould and damage. See what to check, common issues and when to call a Sydney masonry expert.
Masonry arch of a brick house
March 8, 2026
Explore the different types of masonry arches in buildings and learn how Keystone Pointing can help maintain and repair them for commercial & residential properties.
Keystone Pointing brought this old Cremorne block unit back to life with brick masonry restoration
November 4, 2025
See how Keystone Pointing experts revived a deteriorating brick façade in Cremorne with quality repointing and lintel replacements.
A brick fireplace
October 20, 2025
Masonry failing above your fireplace? Fireplace lintel replacement can fix it. See how it’s done and why you should call in a seasoned expert like Keystone Pointing.
August 15, 2025
If left untreated, the impact of winter on masonry can cost you. See what issues to expect during the cold months and how to guard your brickwork.
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