BRICKWORK RESTORATION: RECOVERING FROM INK DAMAGE WITH STONELUX
Introduction
PRODUCT: Textured Brick Coating (colour-matched to site brick), Stonelux Pigments and Stonelux Brick Tint.
CUSTOMER: Procter Cast Stone, a supplier and installer of cast stone products.
PROJECT: Restoration of brickwork stained by ink spillage on a construction site.
Company Profile
Procter Cast Stone is a trusted supplier specialising cast stone products. They are known for their high-quality materials and precise manufacturing processes, ensuring the long-term integrity and aesthetics of their projects. They also offer a full turnkey installation service, alongside stone and brick aftercare services.
The Challenge
Procter Cast Stone were approached by a long-standing customer to address ink staining on brickwork caused by an accidental spillage on site.
The staining occurred after an on-site operative knocked over a bucket of ink while on scaffolding, which soaked into the bricks below. Traditional cleaning methods proved ineffective against the deep stains. The goal was to restore the brickwork to its original appearance without compromising on durability and aesthetic quality.
The Solution
After consulting with Procter Cast Stone, it became clear that a brick tint would not be suitable for this project, as tints are translucent and would not hide the staining. We instead recommended Stonelux Brick Coating. Procter Cast Stone sent a brick from the site to our Colour Matching Team, who created a custom colour in the Brick Coating.
Once on site, the team began applying the coating but noticed variations in the stock bricks' colours, with some bricks being lighter than the sample which had been sent for matching. They returned to us for advice, and we recommended using Stonelux Pigments to alter the colour of the Brick Coating slightly to achieve the required colour variations.
To match the stock bricks’ shading, they used Stonelux’s Brick Tint in Black. They applied it in a random pattern across the coated bricks to match the originals.
The Results
The brickwork was successfully restored to its original condition, with the ink stains completely covered.
The use of the custom colour-matched Brick Coating, Stonelux Pigments, and Brick Tint ensured that the repaired bricks were indistinguishable from the original ones. The project was completed efficiently, overcoming the challenge of colour variations among the bricks on site.
Customer Testimonial
"Stonelux's Textured Brick Coating and Black Tint were crucial in restoring the ink-stained brickwork. The custom colour match and ability to replicate the original shading exceeded our expectations and those of our client."
- Matthew Whittaker, Procter Cast Stone
Key Takeaways
Stonelux's Textured Brick Coating, combined with our Colour Matching Service and Black Tint, provided an effective solution for restoring ink-stained brickwork. The products ensured a durable, authentic appearance, seamlessly blending the repaired areas with the original brickwork.
For more information about Procter Cast Stone, their available products and services, visit the Procter Cast Stone website, or call them on 0113 286 3329.
For further information on Stonelux products, visit the Stonelux website or call us on 01405 720281.