How to use a mortar gun for re-pointing flag stones

A demonstration of how to use a pointing gun when re-pointing Indian stone paving. Much quicker and easier than using a pointing trowel or jointer. Is the time spent getting to learn the basics of how to use the mortar gun worth it? Definitely, it is quicker and a cleaner way to re-point but it does require a bit of patience initially but it is well worth persevering and you will soon get the hang of it. Once you have re-pointed take a break and have a coffee while the mortar sets before cleaning up the mortar and brushing down with a soft brush to give the final finish.

[@nowthenad3286]

Beautiful stone. I can't believe that nobody was annoyed about you using a rolling pin from the kitchen. Hahaha

[@maitiu6802]

Great video, I’m going to purchase the gun from screw fix 👍

[@tomnapper101]

Throw it in the bin old school the best way 👍

[@TurinTuramber]

Cut down a plastic bottle and make a perfect scoop. Work clean and tidy and rinse the gun every 20 reloads or when required. Plenty of plastiser in the mix. Easy with practice.

[@dennisking6972]

You'll be attending A&E when the wife finds oot you've used her rolling Pin. She'll tak it off ye and set about ye with it!

[@AlexA-zg7mq]

Great video. Are you using sharp or builders sand?

[@Mr27363]

Hi Alex, I used builders sand, I think you might struggle with sharp sand. Once you get the hang of it it is a reasonably quick process.

[@AlexA-zg7mq]

@@Mr27363 thank you for the advice

[@TurinTuramber]

Always soft / builders sand. Sharp sand will jam the gun.

[@markorfila3832]

Yeah that easyjoint is a scam ! had to grind out and repoint with cement over 70sqm ! lost £1200 on that resin ! horrendous stuff !