Just used the video to clear out the weeds from the paving stones at the front of my house that have been driving me nuts for years. Looks amazing. Thanks for the video 👍🏼👍🏼
@oddjob4877
4 жыл бұрын
I’m using my Covid 19 time to extend and repoint the patio. Thanks for this Great short video. I love it when someone explains a skill in just a few mins. Well done.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. 👍
@hbrealhousewife2270
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks, that was the best vid I've seen with regards to repointing. A lot are complicated. I shall certainly be trying your mix and method on our patio.
@garyhutchinson6362
4 жыл бұрын
I thought Chris was very practicable and clear with it, which will really help a novice like me get the job done. Excellent.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Gary 👍
@qjarman7753
4 ай бұрын
That’s given me the confidence to do all ours thanks mate
@briscoethecollie1510
Жыл бұрын
Tip notch video mate, I will be doing exactly this on my back garden tomorrow. Cheers. 😅
@onemaninaboat
4 жыл бұрын
Concise and exactly to the point. Thank you very much, just what i needed.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Marcin! 👍
@rdavis666
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the instructive video. I know that it's not rocket science but, as an amateur at this game, this video was really helpful. Another of my summer tasks knocked off!
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Ray, I'm glad you found it useful. Cheers, Chris 👍
@rkgooner89
5 жыл бұрын
Mate, i am just about start poiting my slabs and saw this video, awesome tips on how to get a top quality finish, thank you for taking the time to post this video.
@IanHorne1967
4 жыл бұрын
Just been volunteered by the missus to point our patio but I didn't have a clue! I do know :-) Thanks for the great video :-)
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Ha ha! I hope it went well Ian. Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. 👍
@alancook6854
3 жыл бұрын
Chris,Thanks for this video. After watching this you gave me enough confidense to dig out the terrible black and mouldy grout on an Indian sandstone patio and start from scratch ,thereby undoing the work from my installers. It took me 4 days to complete the job but it came out really well. The flexible bucket is a wonderful thing. Thanks
@colinsteam
6 жыл бұрын
The secrets in the mortar and not brushing off too soon....great tips, thanks.
@Ken_Norman
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris; an easy to foloow, simple instruction video with no fuss. Just the job! 👍
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Ken, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍
@jonathanhulme4606
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris .. just about to point a fair lot of paving around our house today, and this video has been really helpful .. thanks for spending the time making it for inexperienced DIYers such as myself :) And yes, loving life! Appreciated, Jonny.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Jonny, it’s more of a challenge for most people this year but we must be grateful for what we have in life as things could be much worse! Happy pointing buddy 👍
@2icelollys1goat
7 жыл бұрын
Great little video. You're a star; and sound like a good n decent fellow, too :)
@christopher_barr
7 жыл бұрын
Cheers Ricky, just trying to be helpful. 👍
@keithbee47
6 жыл бұрын
Asphalt Ricky be
@mauriciomassaia
2 жыл бұрын
Mate, I appreciate your detailed explanation! I tried just using sand but after 2 months some weeds went back. Im gonna follow your steps. Cheers
@allcfc123
Жыл бұрын
I know this is a really old vid but thanks for posting. Made a clueless man know what to do 😂
@kc8923
Ай бұрын
Hear hear!!!
@johnmerrifield884
4 жыл бұрын
Just used you techniques to repoint an old ageing patio, excellent description, worked perfectly in a few hours.Excellent
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
I’m glad to hear that John, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects (it’s free!) and if you happen to be interested in sailing check out my other channel: KZitem.com/sailingbritaly Cheers, Chris 👍
@martinwilliams9098
4 жыл бұрын
Perfect no messing about straight to the answer 👍
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
👍
@marykistnen6837
4 жыл бұрын
I tried this today and it worked very well. Thanks so much for the great tips. Would not have had an idea without watching this video yesterday.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Mary, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects (it’s free!) 😊
@jackwiseman4907
3 жыл бұрын
Very helpful, thank you!
@robinbhairam7508
3 жыл бұрын
I always thought this was a major job ... cracking video Chris, thank you!
@robertmurray8507
4 жыл бұрын
Great video. No waffle but covers all the points. I can see were I was going wrong. - Thanks
@ladyalexandrachatterley47
7 жыл бұрын
Easy to follow video. I feel confident enough to try to point my brickwork myself. Thanks
@christopher_barr
7 жыл бұрын
My pleasure M'lady :-) Cheers, Chris
@Johnconno
Жыл бұрын
Nice work lad, simple no mystery.
@TheCarpentersDaughterUK
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks! Just finished mine following your method!
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Vikkie! Excellent I'm glad it worked for you. It looks like you, your Fiance, my wife and I have quite a few shared interests. We love getting stuck into things ourselves rather than paying others to do things for us. I also really fancy doing a camper conversion when I can find the time. Great work on your 2 channels! (We have a second one too 'Sailing Britaly'...) Cheers, Chris 😊👍
@TheCarpentersDaughterUK
6 жыл бұрын
Thanks, I spotted! I subscribed to both of them earlier hahaha... we'd love a boat too lol. Well my slab video will be up on Sunday and have mentioned your video in case I don't show it the right way. Thanks for explaining it well 😀
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
Oh that's brilliant - welcome aboard! 😊 Thank you very much for mentioning the video 👍 p.s. Our boat in Italy is for sale... 😂
@TheCarpentersDaughterUK
6 жыл бұрын
Christopher Barr - Random Chris sounds tempting 😄
@patriciawalker5425
4 жыл бұрын
This video gives me confidence to tackle this job. Only thing I will do differently is rake all the weeds and soil out before I make the mix, but only on a dry day.
@lesroberts2244
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for your time. Regards from North Wales UK
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Les. I've been climbing a fair few times in Snowdonia - beautiful part of the world! Cheers, Chris 👍
@dacyp
4 жыл бұрын
This is how you do a how-to-do video👌🏻
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. 👍
@keithcampbell6632
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Chris, thanks for this video, I've spent the last 3 days chipping out the knackered mortar and re pointing using this video. I've just brushed the remnants away, I'm amazed at how good it looks. Cheers mate.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Happy to help Keith, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍
@lauralaura2504
3 жыл бұрын
About to do this job and just wondering how well thos method has held up for you?
@keithcampbell6632
3 жыл бұрын
@@lauralaura2504 hi Laura, it's still perfect 👌. I suppose the best way to find out is to power wash the patio, which i need to do, but at this point it still looks awesome. We had a lot of rain in North Wales this past year, so i am really pleased with the job.
@MrGobalot
4 жыл бұрын
Perfect demonstration, feel happy to give it a go now, CHEERS
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Mark, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! 👍
@hyweljames788
4 жыл бұрын
Very clear and helpful.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
👍
@TripinHeidi
2 жыл бұрын
Just found you. Thanks for this. Have started to repoint my patio. Great video- thank you
@blooBerry371
3 жыл бұрын
Great video thank you, you made it look nice and simple...great attitude you have my friend
@martinbeveridge3204
4 жыл бұрын
Great video , thank you. Exactly what I wanted
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! 👍
@levistone8875
5 жыл бұрын
First proper clean pointing video I’ve seen. Good job mate
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
Cheers Levi 👍
@mattrika4874
2 жыл бұрын
Bloody genius, brill vid - well done Chris!
@nirvanasunrise1993
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris ... brilliant vid. I was about to give up on my efforts to re-point my patio when I found you. Simple, but so important tips - particularly how to get the mix just right and how to best use the thin trowel - transformed everything. And by end of play I had a refurbished patio,
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Leo 👍
@johnwhite1608
3 жыл бұрын
just the job for me tomorrow cheers
@clivegregoryeXp
Жыл бұрын
The most useful out of them all mate 👍👍👍
@johndavey72
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris . Very handy and straightforward explanation. I may even manage this tomorrow. Hope your keeping well and dodging the bullet! Take care and stay safe.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
All good thanks John,!glad to be of help. Cheers, Chris 👍
@realpatriot1553
4 жыл бұрын
Chris that was great! I've done it before but stained everything now it was so much better and easier!
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Glad this was useful for you, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍
@PBUCKY1969
2 жыл бұрын
Great advisory short video thanks mate - peace!
@AlduinDragonLord
4 жыл бұрын
Great video mate. Going to get this job done next week. I was reading up on it and I definitely would have added too much water if I didn't watch this video, so thanks!
@slatecat
6 жыл бұрын
Cheers pal just what I was looking for
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Richard 👍
@MisterRay11
6 жыл бұрын
Good consistency. I always use a drier mix that will still pack too. Too wet and it will stain the stone/brick. Very well done.
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
Cheers Ray 👍
@mickpower7414
4 жыл бұрын
Top bloke & top tips.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Cheers Mick 👍
@angelatully4341
2 жыл бұрын
Fantastic. I actually think I can do this myself. Thank you 😃
@DodgersTrips
3 ай бұрын
Many thanks. Very helpful.
@clivejbwilson789
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Clive 👍
@steveash8766
5 жыл бұрын
great video for a new starter, cheers Chris ( not at all random) .
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
Cheers Steve, my video subjects are Random, but I hope the running theme is that they are all helpful. Chris 👍
@steveash8766
5 жыл бұрын
@@christopher_barr I followed it and made a very decent job , thanks again mate. Happy wife happy life !!
@peterknight1991
6 жыл бұрын
Nice one Chris !!! You are brilliant mate, Thanks
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Peter. Chris 👍
@rmhutchins7
6 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed your video. It was very helpful. Thank you!
@ddk4664
5 жыл бұрын
You make that look easy !
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
👍
@paulpearson4613
4 жыл бұрын
Nice and clear and easy! Thanks for sharing!
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
👍
@jackhouchin2100
2 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video!
@sportsfan6968
5 жыл бұрын
BRILLIANT! Thank you very much. I had previously tried this job but with too wet a mix and of course got mortar staining all over the place. Now I've watched your video and have done a much better job....! The wonders of KZitem.
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
You're welcome! Subscribe for more randomly helpful videos 👍👍👍
@brendamccormack4576
2 жыл бұрын
Perfect job 👍🏻
@timparker4175
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this. All the advice says not to add water but to water the patio lightly once the job is finished.
@lesparton5541
6 жыл бұрын
Great video - I thought I knew how to do this but this method is brilliant and leaves the slabs spotless!! Thank you!
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Les, thank you very much for your feedback. Cheers! Chris 👍
@kevinbrindle4191
4 жыл бұрын
Nice clear instruction,thanks for that
@noelreilly8860
3 жыл бұрын
Bang on mate. Just going to do this tomorrow but with wet mortar. Not now👍
@crankine77
4 жыл бұрын
Been wanting to do this for over a year now, feel confident I can do it now, thanks for the video. Subscribed for more, cheers 👍
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard Craig 👍
@pennyhastings1886
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris for the video, I have been stalling doing my patio jointing because I have already done some really badly. I am going to trust you and do a test run as I have 50 sq. metres to do. Wish you lived round here, I would get you to do it for me....thanks x
@leenewbould3
4 жыл бұрын
Great video Chris, been thinking about how to do this for ages
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Lee, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍
@daijames8995
4 жыл бұрын
Nice one,i've even got a bit of old pipe for finishing;)
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
👍
@melbattle4299
4 жыл бұрын
Fab explanation- thanks! :)
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Mel, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects!
@maryodriscoll5378
4 жыл бұрын
So simple , l love it thank u so so much.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Mary 😊
@richardharris5533
5 жыл бұрын
Cheers pal , just what I needed to know 😀
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
👍
@chisserv
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you: this was really helpful!
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
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@skypet4693
4 жыл бұрын
at last, straight to it and it works... thanks
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure! Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. Chris 👍
@benmaffin
6 жыл бұрын
great video thanks for sharing - loving the point about keeping it dry.
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
Cheers Ben 👍
@brucemaclennan9879
6 жыл бұрын
Nice video Chris - my only concern is the 4 to 1 mix. This is what I think roofers mix when pointing ridge tiles and it only lasts a few years before it starts to crumble, I would prefer to use a stronger mix - would there be any drawbacks in doing this?
@madeupname37
2 жыл бұрын
Many thanks, was having a bitch of a time with a wet mix and now all will become easy.
@christopher_barr
2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure 👍
@davidnowlan5441
4 жыл бұрын
great just what i needed to know
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
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@philelson113
Жыл бұрын
Hi Chris great video, very useful. I tried this yesterday and for the most part it worked really well, but some parts are breaking up already or don't seem fully dry after 24 hours. What did I do wrong?
@GPBleakley1
4 жыл бұрын
Helpful video, thanks
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
👍
@froot4409
Жыл бұрын
Thank you👍🏼
@christopher_barr
Жыл бұрын
You’re welcome 😊
@tommac4658
4 жыл бұрын
Good attempt.
@stormkid7
3 жыл бұрын
Chris cheers for the video. I'm doing crazy paving ... Do you or anybody else here know if I'd use the same mix or do I need something different. A few of my gaps are a lot bigger than those ones
@8martinp1
4 жыл бұрын
Very helpful video Chris. One thing I have heard is that adding some Pva to the water will make the joint even stronger. What are your thoughts on this?
@grottonisred6541
4 жыл бұрын
That was brilliant...👍
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
👍
@1Ritzyreet
4 жыл бұрын
Great, thank you, very clear
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure mate 👍
@thomas1j
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Chris found this very helpful.
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!Subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects. 👍
@youngviking5931
4 жыл бұрын
Very helpful thank you x
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
👌👍
@dermotlavelle9994
4 жыл бұрын
This guy is Hector Ó hEochagáin's doppelganger!
@jefftaylor7780
6 жыл бұрын
Great video for people like me👍
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
I'm glad it helped Jeff. Cheers, Chris 👍
@romwil
6 жыл бұрын
It’s 2018 and I just redid a slate porch using these tips and wow- looks great. I didn’t know about that leveling tool and it made a huge difference. Thanks for the video.
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
Congratulations and well done! 👍
@obiwanjebrony8734
5 жыл бұрын
Cheers Chris. Easily one of the most helpful videos I've watched. Just a bit worried I may not have added enough water to the first batch as the second had a slightly better consistency. Should it make much difference?
@nicholasmcvey5871
4 жыл бұрын
Nice one mate!
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
👍
@michaelwaring6110
4 жыл бұрын
Superb thanks for uploading 👍
@christopher_barr
4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure Michael, subscribe for more helpful videos on random subjects! Chris 👍
@memeagain4106
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the upload... Can i just brush the mixture in dry and then water it afterwards?.. Thanks
@12345676145
5 жыл бұрын
Great video many thanks
@christopher_barr
5 жыл бұрын
My pleasure
@zoesmith1536
6 жыл бұрын
Legend mate learn a lot.
@christopher_barr
6 жыл бұрын
Cheers Zoe
@michaellupton335
4 жыл бұрын
Hi Chris. What is the diameter / size of your tuck pointer? The workman who put down my patio left only very thin gaps, but they are still enough for weed growth. Great video, really encourages people like me to have a go in the lockdown. :)
@Clearwaters100
4 жыл бұрын
Hi, thanks for this, straight to the point and top tips. You says you were using a dry mix, what was in the mix and how dry is dry TIA :)
@dirtydelta7
4 жыл бұрын
For joints that tight, I would reccomend using polymetric sand, has worked well on my patio for years.
@786tazz
4 жыл бұрын
Very useull
@seanneedham1019
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@affiliateheist
4 жыл бұрын
Hey Mate, just done a test patch yesterday. Looks good but it's not hard enough. Any ideas??
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