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Buildings + Property
Lime Mortar Training Course
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Lime Mortar Training Course

Kirkby Stephen
Introductory
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Variety of dates. 1 day course Short Course In person

Overview

Eden Hot Lime Mortar are holding one day training courses for Builders, Architects and DIY enthusiasts in the use of lime mortars. We run our one day courses within Cumbria offering a very much hands-on experience and training in the use of Lime Mortars. The application of traditional Lime Mortar is the hardest discipline to master, and without instruction can result in costly failure. Need to Know: Please bring your own packed lunch, pen and paper and work clothes – lime is dirty!! Bring eye protection and warm clothes, there is a space heater but it is an open barn. Gloves and work tools will be provided, but bring your own if you wish

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Introductory

Lime Mortar Training Course

Lime Mortar Training Course Format

At a glance

  • Introduction: Health & Safety
  • Theory Section: Types of Lime, aggregates, why lime works, when it wont work! Problems to look for in houses; Cement; Protection; Gable ends; Chimney pointing/rendering; Mortar mixing; Paints and limewash; Natural Insulation; Breathable floor systems and French drains; Q&A’s
  • Practical session: Making hot mixed mortars; Making hot limewashes; Pointing; Plastering/rendering; Lime skim work; Roof parging/torching; Timber lath work; Lime Insulation
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