• January 21, 2026

Best Mortar Tinting Products for DIYers Mortar tinting is an essential part of many brick and stone restoration, repointing and renovation projects. Whether you’re refreshing an old wall or matching new mortar to existing brickwork, choosing the right tinting product makes all the difference. This guide explores the top...

• January 21, 2026

Eco-Friendly Mortar Tinting Options Mortar tinting has become an increasingly popular way to enhance the aesthetic appeal of brickwork, patios, drives and boundary walls. Traditionally, mortar was simply chosen to match or contrast with brickwork using standard pigments. Today, however, sustainability and environmental stewardship play a large part in...

• January 20, 2026

Which Mortar Tint Lasts the Longest? Mortar tinting has become a popular solution for homeowners, landlords, and heritage property custodians who want to improve the appearance of brickwork without the cost and disruption of full repointing. When carried out correctly, mortar tinting can restore visual consistency, blend repairs seamlessly,...

• January 20, 2026

Types of Mortar Tints and Stains Explained 🧱 Mortar is the glue that holds brickwork, stonework, and blockwork together. For many years, plain grey mortar was the norm — but that is no longer the case. Today, homeowners, builders, and restoration specialists use mortar tints and stains to achieve...

• January 19, 2026

There are long stretches of the day that don’t stand out at all. You move through them almost on autopilot, doing what needs to be done without really engaging with it. Yet beneath that surface, your thoughts are constantly shifting, linking ideas together in ways you don’t consciously plan....

• January 19, 2026

There are times when thoughts seem to move on their own, drifting in while you’re doing something ordinary and staying longer than expected. These moments rarely feel important at first. They arrive without urgency, without a goal, and without any clear direction. Yet if you follow them for long...

• January 19, 2026

How to Make Mortar Joints Look Cleaner and Smaller Whether you’re tackling a DIY brickwork project, refreshing an old wall, or preparing brickwork for decoration, clean and neat mortar joints make a substantial difference in the overall appearance of brickwork. This guide explores practical techniques and tips at every...

• January 19, 2026

Matching Mortar to Brick and Stone Whether restoring an old wall, repointing weathered brickwork, or building a new garden feature, the right mortar match is essential. A well-matched mortar not only looks right but also performs correctly — helping manage moisture, movement, and structural compatibility between materials. 🔧 When...

• January 16, 2026

How to Choose the Right Mortar Tint Choosing the right mortar tint is one of the most overlooked yet most important decisions in brickwork, repointing, and masonry restoration. While bricks often get all the attention, mortar can account for up to 20% of a wall’s visible surface. A poor...