Introduction to Lime Plastering
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In Brecon
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Course
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Location
Brecon (Wales)
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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.
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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