This repair is generally done by a masonry contractor but do it yourselfers can also make these repairs.
Covering brick chimney with siding.
Repair of a water damaged framed chimney using low maintenance pvc corner boards and fiber cement siding.
Metal lath is an acceptable surface that will allow you to apply veneer to brick first apply corrosion free 18 gauge metal lath to the brick with masonry fasteners.
They make a great diy project or can be installed quickly with a contractor.
Sand or water blast the paint dirt or oils so that you have a raw fresh porous but not crumbling surface.
Installing vinyl siding over existing brick is an easy and economical way to update the look and feel of your house.
This product is panelized to provide a dramatic texture and aesthetically appealing design which is ready to be.
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The buyer just sent me a text to see if i thought this was ok.
Besides being a cheap way out are there any other concerns with this.
However a masonry chimney may begin to show its age over time.
Many residential chimneys are finished with stone or brick to help insulate them and provide a traditional appearance.
Either way it s a low maintenance option that will look terrific for years and years.
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The sellers contractor wants to put vinyl siding over it instead of replacing the brick.
I reported a brick chimney that had a good amount of spalling.
Besides this i am getting fed up with contractors.
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Tuckpointing or repointing is done to restore the mortar that holds the masonry units of the chimney together.
Some masons say that this is an adequate surface for accepting a scratch coat.
Brick or stone veneer provides a traditional siding material for exterior chimneys with no danger of flammability.
Replacement and resurfacing can be expensive which makes cladding a masonry chimney with siding an attractive option in some instances.
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