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Drybase Bondaid Plus SBR https://go.skill-builder.uk/bondaid
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When decorative stonework fails, replacing the entire canopy is not always the only option.
Roger tackles a badly damaged reconstituted stone canopy using helical reinforcement, shuttering and a sand-and-cement repair mix.
The damage appears to be widespread along the street, possibly caused by water penetration and repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
But can a site-made repair ever blend convincingly with the original moulding?
Let us know how you would have approached it.
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Key insights
• Water penetration and frost may have caused the canopy to fail.
• Similar damage along the road suggests a recurring design or material problem.
• Clean and dampen the existing surface before applying the repair.
• Helical ties help reinforce the new section and support the projecting edge.
• SBR improves adhesion and helps waterproof the repair mix.
• Oiling the shuttering makes it easier to remove.
• Compacting and vibrating the mortar helps remove trapped air.
• A shaped running mould would produce a more accurate decorative profile.
• Small imperfections should become less noticeable as the repair weathers.
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