"Brick mortar repair can be done by a do it yourselfer or by a professional.Tuck-pointing is no more than scraping out the loose mortar to a depth of at least a half inch, dampen the old work slightly, and press new mortar into the spaces. There are special tools you should buy to handle the mortar, such as a hawk and a pointing trowel, that will speed your work and make it easier to do a great
. looking job. You can even use your fingers in tight spots, though the cement is tough on the hands!As far as needing a special mortar, you can use a premixed bagged mortar, but add a bonding agent to it. A bonding agent is a chemical that increases the adhesion of the new mortar to the old work. Old cement is very hard and nonporous, and the additive will increase the chances that your repairs will stay put for a long time. Refer to the label directions for mixing proportions"
