Faithfull Mortar Pick - Double Point

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Ideal for breaking up and dislodging rocks, stones, mortar, paving slabs, and hard or compacted ground. The pick can be in the form of a chisel or a point with the point being superior in breaking up hard materials as it concentrates striking force on a very small area. Built to withstand the toughest jobs, ROUGHNECK® pick axes and mattocks are manufactured from drop forged steel, heat treated for extra toughness, and mounted on a solid fibreglass core handle. First, the churn brush compacts the mortar into the joint, closing any initial shrinkage, improving contact between the mortar and the masonry, and tidying up any mortar on the edges. The term pointing describes the physical act of applying lime mortar into the joints of brick or stonework.

A broad range of tools can be used for repointing, and which is most appropriate to use can vary depending on the joint size and whether you are repointing stone or brick. Using the right tool for the job makes the work more efficient and can assist with a more precise lime mortar application and uniform, smooth and long-lasting finish.

Repointing, on the other hand, is a term used to describe repairing or replacing an existing mortar in the joints.

Using power tools, such as angle grinders or drills, to remove an existing mortar can be risky, as this can damage the existing stone masonry or brickwork.The technical storage or access is strictly necessary for the legitimate purpose of enabling the use of a specific service explicitly requested by the subscriber or user, or for the sole purpose of carrying out the transmission of a communication over an electronic communications network. The wide, horizontal mattock blade is slightly curved to ensure the optimum striking angle for greater penetration. They allow for more controlled, precise strikes, thereby preventing accidental damage to vulnerable objects such as pipes, cabling and plants.

We always advise using hand tools, like a hammer and chisel, as this allows for greater control and precision. If you already have a Trade account with us we can now offer you the option of joining our online Trade members area.Simply fill in the enquiry form below and we will send you a username and password for your online account. From the standard trowel to the handy brick joiner, our diverse range of lime pointing tools can assist professional masons, traditional builders, and DIY enthusiasts in achieving a successful project. The vertical axe blade is shorter and thicker ensuring the strength needed for chopping through roots. ROUGHNECK® pick axes and mattocks are versatile tools with a wide variety of applications including digging up rocks and tree roots, breaking up and cultivating ground, preparing foundations and mortar removal.