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External filler

Hi
I need to fill in some small gaps on the outside of my house. It looks like small bits of concrete is missing and I have gaps that slugs are creeping in.
i need to fill them or repoint it and to save some ££ can you point me in the direction of the stuff I need ta
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  • fenwick458
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    sand and cement?
  • AskAsk
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    you can get ready mixed mortar.  just pour water into it, stir and hey presto, you got sand and cement ready mixed  :)
  • neilmcl
    neilmcl Posts: 19,460 Forumite
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    Can you post some pics of the sort of holes you're talking about?
  • FreeBear
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    AskAsk said: you can get ready mixed mortar.  just pour water into it, stir and hey presto, you got sand and cement ready mixed  :)
    If this is an older property, ready mix lime mortars are also available - Can also get them colour matched to the original mortar so that any repairs blend in.
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