Introduction to Lime Plastering

Course

In Brecon

£ 210 + VAT

Description

  • Type

    Course

  • Location

    Brecon (Wales)

  • Duration

    2 Days

A two day, accredited course is designed to provide a comprehensive introduction to lime in building. Suitable for: This course is suitable for anyone involved in the repair of old buildings or in the construction of ecological new-builds - contractors, homeowners and specifiers.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Brecon (Powys)
Ty-Mawr Farm, Llangasty, LD3 7PJ

Start date

On request

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Course programme

Introduction to Lime

A two day accredited course which covers the same agenda as the one day `Introduction to Lime` course but enables more time for practical and additional input from specialist tutors. The course starts with an illustrated talk on the properties and the use of lime in building. It then focuses on practical demonstrations as well as providing opportunites for hands-on work. This course is suitable for anyone involved in the repair of old buildings or in the construction of ecological new-builds - contractors, homeowners and specifiers.

The agenda for the day includes:
· Introduction and Health & Safety
· Lime - It's properties and Use
· Lime Slaking demonstration
· Plastering/ rendering/roughcasting
· Pointing and Mortar Analysis
· Limewash and Limewashing

Introduction to Lime Plastering

£ 210 + VAT