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Mortar Raking Tools

 
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hughstary



Joined: 21 Oct 2003
Posts: 30
Location: Hampshire
PostPosted: Mon Oct 23, 2006 8:34 am    Post subject: Mortar Raking Tools Reply with quote
Hi,

I don't do much brickwork but I have a garage to repoint - fairly soft & crumbling mortar. I'm thinking of using an abrasive tool with a grinder - are these straightforward to use or am I likely to end up reshaping half the bricks ?

Amy alternatives would be welcome.

Thanks
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thescruff
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Joined: 03 May 2003
Posts: 4400
Location: Bath
PostPosted: Mon Oct 23, 2006 5:28 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote
The problem with your idea is the blades are thin, a 4" angle grinder would be better that the bigger tools.

I thought there was a special electric tool for this, would pay to ask at your local hire center.
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hughstary



Joined: 21 Oct 2003
Posts: 30
Location: Hampshire
PostPosted: Tue Oct 24, 2006 9:22 am    Post subject: Reply with quote
Thanks for the reply - sorry I didn't explain clearly enough. I meant one of these grit-coated spindles that fit onto a grinder. Are these easy enough to control, or do you need some kind of guide plate to use them effectively ?

Thanks

Hugh
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