How can I repair a stone fireplace?

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Repairing limestone fireplaces

Limestone is brittle, so it is easily damaged. However, it is usually possible to repair cracks or chips.

• A small offcut of limestone

• White marble filler

• Sandpaper

• Grind down the offcut of limestone

• Mix the limestone dust into the white marble filler

• Apply the filler to the crack or chip, so it stands proud of the surface

• Allow to dry

• Sand down the filler until it is flush with the stone surface

• It is advisable to reseal the stone after repair

Repairing Natural Marble Fireplaces

This method works well on natural marble, but cannot be used on micro-grain marble.

• A small offcut of marble

• Marble filler

• Sandpaper

• Grind down the offcut of marble

• Mix the marble dust into the marble filler

• Apply the filler to the crack or chip, so it stands proud of the surface

• Allow to dry

• Sand down the filler until it is flush with the stone surface

• It is advisable to reseal the stone after repair