Stone Repointing
Stone buildings require a highly skilled, sensitive approach to ensure their character, structure, and historic value are preserved. At S.J. Lewis Repointing Services, we specialise in stone repointing across Oxfordshire, restoring everything from Cotswold stone cottages to listed farmhouses, estate properties, and historic boundary walls. Our work protects the building’s fabric while enhancing its natural beauty and long‑term durability.
🧱 Specialist Repointing for Stone Buildings
Stone behaves differently from brick, and repointing it correctly demands experience, precision, and the right materials.
We carefully remove failing mortar by hand, avoiding damage to the surrounding stone, and repoint using traditional methods that respect the building’s age and construction style.
Our stone repointing is suitable for:
- Cotswold stone cottages
- Limestone and sandstone properties
- Flint and mixed‑stone buildings
- Historic walls, barns, and outbuildings
- Listed and conservation‑area homes
🌿 Traditional Lime Mortar for Breathable Stonework
Most stone buildings — especially heritage properties — require lime mortar to perform correctly.
We use breathable lime mixes that allow moisture to escape naturally, preventing trapped damp, frost damage, and stone decay.
Our lime mortars are matched for:
- Colour
- Texture
- Aggregate size
- Strength and breathability
This ensures a seamless, authentic finish that blends perfectly with the original stonework.
🛡️ Protecting Your Stonework for Generations
Professional stone repointing helps to:
- Prevent water ingress and damp
- Protect stone from erosion and frost damage
- Strengthen weakened joints and structural areas
- Restore lost detail and original character
- Extend the lifespan of historic stonework
- Improve the building’s appearance and long‑term value
Stone buildings are particularly vulnerable to weathering — correct repointing is essential for long‑term preservation.
🏛️ Conservation‑Led Techniques for Listed Properties
Listed stone buildings require a careful, methodical approach.
We follow conservation best practice and local authority expectations, ensuring every repair respects the building’s history and original materials. All joints are hand‑tooled for accuracy, delivering a finish that is both durable and heritage‑appropriate.
⭐ Why Choose Us for Stone Repointing?
- Specialists in heritage stonework and lime mortar
- Skilled in conservation‑led restoration for listed buildings
- Hand‑crafted workmanship for a flawless, authentic finish
- Deep understanding of Oxfordshire’s historic stone architecture
- Clean, respectful, and professional working practices