Choosing the correct blade for raking out old pointing

Use a mortar raking blade for removing old pointing.

[@tonyalways7174]

Good advice. Right tool for the right job.

[@detroitsurvivor4989]

Thanks, from across the pond. About to do redo my chimney. I've never don't any type of brick work so this should be fun.... soon as i get another nice day here in Virginia 😆

[@GMTpointingspecialistsltd]

No problems any questions just give me a message

[@detroitsurvivor4989]

@GMT Pointing specialists ltd, have you ever used the dimond tuck bits for the vertical joints? If so, is it worth it for a newbie?

[@GMTpointingspecialistsltd]

@@detroitsurvivor4989 hi yes they are only good on very soft mortar I only use diamond blades if I'm raking out with a grinder

[@detroitsurvivor4989]

@GMT Pointing specialists ltd thanks. I appreciate it.

[@aquahydromannumber2103]

Would it not be cheaper to knock the wall down and rebuild?

[@GMTpointingspecialistsltd]

It would be about 10 times, dearer to rebuild it The bricks would cost more than the repointing cost So its much cheaper to repoint it

[@MrCobbsalad]

We're can these blades be bought please?

[@GMTpointingspecialistsltd]

Do you want the cutting blade or the mortar raking blades How many do you need

[@MrCobbsalad]

@@GMTpointingspecialistsltd mortar raking. Cheers

[@GMTpointingspecialistsltd]

@MrCobbsalad how many blades do you need if its 1 or 2 Try screwfix or toolstation or your local builders merchants If you want more try diatech in Scotland