Why Lime? Evidence of the use of lime in construction dates back to 4000 BC for use in construction of the Egyptian Pyramids. Historically, lime could be used in a variety of ways in construction including whitewash, mortars, plasters, and stucco/renders. Lime for these applications was produced by burning limestone in small, hillside kilns near the jobsite. Quicklime produced by these kilns was placed into pits where water was added. Slaked quicklime was soaked for long periods of time to insure suitable working characteristics for the mortar. Today, lime-based mixes are the logical choices for restoring historic buildings.
Dennis Morgan, oversees and carries out the work, plus is the main contact for engaging outside specialists. Advanced, time served City and Guilds in all forms of plastering and rending, fibrous moulding.