Bricks, Masonry, Asphalt and Concrete - Masonry Column Repair

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Jeff123
08-09-06, 09:09 AM
Hi,

I have some painted, masonry columns on my front porch. Square on the bottom and fluted round on the top. There are some small chips on the edges of the square parts of a couple of them that need to be repaired before repainting. I don't have the chipped off pieces so I need something to make the repair that I can shape so it looks original (i.e. looks like there wasn't a chip). I was thinking an epoxy product like Bondo or something similar that I could work into shape before it sets. Does this make sense? Will I need some type of bonding agent to put on the repair spot so the epoxy will stick?

Thanks. Any help is appreciated.

Concretemasonry
08-09-06, 11:27 AM
What material is the column made of (stone, clay, concrete, plaster, etc.)?

The secret of a good repair is to use a repair material that is similar to and compatible with the original material. This is especially true when it is exposed to climatic changes.

Just because something is a hard, super adhesive does not mean it will last.

Dick
Jeff123
08-09-06, 12:55 PM
They appear to be cast concrete, and assuming they are original to the house, about 100 years old. They actually hold up the porch roof.