Update: I used a different mortar mix on a chimney repair in Duluth and the color cure was way off

I swapped to a pre-blended Type N for speed on a cold day last week, but after it set, the color didn't match the existing brickwork at all, so what's your go-to method for matching old mortar in a pinch?

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lucasw848d ago

That Duluth chimney has seen worse than a color mismatch.

taylor_patel8d ago

Ever try a custom tinted lime mix?

fionam117d ago

Saw a restoration blog swear by tinted lime for old brick. They said it lets the wall breathe better than modern paint. Honestly seems like a solid fix for keeping the original look.