The Mineral and Chemical Composition of Limestone We spend up to 90% of our time indoors so the quality of the internal environment is important to our health and wellbeing. A breathable building is a healthy building. Limestone is a naturally occurring anti-bacterial...
The use of heritage lime is very beneficial when conserving old buildings. As buildings get older, the construction materials are prone to damage. This is often why we will use lime mortar to repair historic buildings. Heritage lime is a building material that has...
As a building material, lime has been used for millennia. It makes sense that modern architects would continue to use it in their designs. Because of its low cost and adaptability to different climates and uses, lime's flexibility makes it an ideal building material...
Firstly, lime plaster has been used for centuries to protect and beautify buildings. Secondly, there are many reasons why lime plaster is a superior choice for wall finishes. It is breathable, durable and beautiful. In this blog post, we will discuss the many benefits...
Uses of Lime Based Products in Construction: Lime Render Lime has been used in construction for centuries. Without a doubt, lime is still a popular choice today. Given that this product has stood the test of time, there are many benefits to using lime mortar. This...
Uses of Lime Based Products in Construction: Lime Render Lime has been used in construction for millennia, with evidence of lime mortar being used as early as 6,500 BC. The word lime comes from Old English, where it referred to a sticky substance. Over time, the...
Introduction to Lime Lime mortar is one of the world’s oldest and most durable building materials; it’s also one of the great survivors. Just look at the Great Wall of China where many sections were built around 518 – 618AD - by ramming earth, lime, sand and small...