Disappearing sandstone house blocks

May 25, 2004 1 Replies

Hi all



My house is a sandstone terrace in Yorkshire. and I have a wee problem with the face of some sandstone blocks turning back into sand. Im sure it isnt a normal rate of destruction as I think in about 5 years, one of the blocks by my door will have disappeared and a nice sandpit by my steps instead.



Is there anything I can do about this? Some sort of coating? I was thinking maybe PVA, but maybe it will adversely affect the stone by not allowing it to pass moisture back out again.



Thanks in advance for any replies.



James


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