Damaged areas to be repaired

Damaged areas to be repaired

The first step was to clean and prepare the damaged area.

The first step was to clean and prepare the damaged area.

The next step was to prepare the surface with a special mortar blend of Lime and fiber.  The mortar was then scored to create the quilted pattern which will help the final coat  of mortar to adhere properly.

The next step was to prepare the surface with a special mortar blend of Lime and fiber. The mortar was then scored to create the quilted pattern which will help the final coat of mortar to adhere to properly.

The final coat of Lime mortar is applied with the  sculpted edging to match the door profile.

Care must be taken to provide adequate shade from the sun to allow for a slower, proper curing time. The final coat of Lime mortar is applied with the sculpted edging to match the original profile.

Completed repairs.

Repairs complete. All it needs now is a few Lime washes to help blend it.

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