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Green building methods

Lime plaster

Lime plaster is type of plaster composed of hydrated lime, sand and water.

Lime plaster is similar to Lime mortar, the main difference is based on use rather than composition. Lime plaster is applied to the inside, and/or the outside of building walls to give a smooth finish before painting. Because it has toxic properties it also protects the walls from decay. Traditional lime plaster also contains horse hair for reinforcement.

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Lime in Building: A Practical Guide. Revised 3rd edition
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Simon James Lewis Website - Bristol Based Democratised Refurbishment : traditional and natural materials for energy conservation and damp remediation.
ARTICLE : The Myth in the Mix The 1:3 ratio of lime to sand Gerard Lynch
Wikipedia Entry : Lime Mortar
Low Impact Living Initiative (LILI) - Lime
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The Limecrete Company LTD
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