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tuck pointing
noun
- pointing that has an ornamental fillet of putty, lime, or chalk projecting from the mortar joint.
Other Words From
- tuck-pointer noun
Word History and Origins
Origin of tuck pointing1
Example Sentences
The enumerated needs include perimeter security systems upgrades, window and door replacements and hazmat abatement, along with general investment in maintenance including roof replacements, masonry tuck pointing and code compliance issues.
The home needs a new roof and tuck pointing work.
And a lot of tuck pointing is being done to repair the brick walls.
Touchette said Buss‘ and Hamilton’s investment arrived just in time to save the Rubach home. “There were some things, like the tuck pointing that had this not been done this go-around, I think this building really could have seen the wrecking ball in 10 years because there were spots where there was literally no mortar left in the building,” Touchette said.
Previous work at the shrine has included building stabilization and tuck pointing, restoration of its wooden front doors and installation of a heating and air conditioning system.
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