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Patching

In stone and masonry

= Using a compound to fill

voids or to replace chips and broken corners or

edges of cut stones or fabricated masonry units.

It is applied in plastic form; mixed or selected to

match the color and texture of the damaged unit.

Patching using repair mortar and carving

Then blending the color and texture

Patching materials and procedures may be

governed by national or local historic registration

of the building or monument.