Brick to Stone: Window Sill Replacement - Ottawa Case study. rocked window sill, limestone sill, masonry techniques and services.

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Alignment From multiple angles we check the alignment of the stones.
	Sealant closes the Gaps Sealant allows the sill to have some flexibility to expand and contract, and prevents water from entering.
Standing Back, Two Sills. The stone sill, with a rocked or chiselled face, looks nice.

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