Psfamilyhistory wrote:
I`m about to re-point my detached brick garage and am seeking advice on the
correct mortar mix etc to use.

One of my neighbours did a similar job 4f years ago and some of his replacement
mortar is crumbling and coming out of the joints, especially around the lower
blue brick damp course.

Also is it wise to use PVA as a bond?

I'm by no means an expert on the subject, but here's what's worked well
for me. Use a strong mix of soft sand and cement, around 3:1-4:1. Add
some integral water/frost proofer to your gauging water. Also add PVA to
the gauging water at about 25%. I find this gives a very nice, smooth
mix even at low water content.

Mix it fairly stiff, but wet enough so that the mix doesn't 'crack' when
handled.

Wet the area you're about to render/point, either with water or pref.
with 25% PVA.

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Grunff