Stone repair and façade restoration in Edinburgh

Repairing deterioration without unnecessary replacement

Sandstone deterioration can appear as surface erosion, cracking, loose material, open joints or failed patch repairs. The visible damage is only part of the problem: defective gutters, saturation, hard cement-rich materials and movement can all contribute. Restorex begins by considering why the stone has failed and whether the remaining material can still perform.

Depending on condition, the appropriate solution may include local consolidation, crack repair, carefully formed plastic repair or a natural-stone indent. Colour, texture and profile are matched to the surrounding masonry, while sound original stone is retained wherever practical. Repairs are specified according to location and depth rather than applying one treatment across an entire façade.

External stone repairs are planned alongside pointing, leadwork, roof junctions and rainwater disposal where those elements affect long-term performance. Restorex regularly delivers phased programmes on occupied tenements and operational buildings, maintaining safe access and clear communication throughout the work.