Lime
Lime has been used as a building medium since ancient times. Knowledge of its values in construction dates back centuries. Limestone (calcium carbonate) would have been heated (calcining) and then added to water (slaking). Introduced into farmers' fields it provided the necessary pH balance to the existing soil and for construction it became the principal binder.
Pre-industrial revolution, the overland transportation of lime was very limited so generally it was shipped by sea. As coal is needed in the heating process, this would too arrive by boat. Lime kilns were therefore mostly situated on quay sides and ports. Evidence of these can still be found today and lime kilns are clearly marked on all Ordinance Survey maps.
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Lime Applications
As Listed Building Specialists in Cornwall, Leslie Cornell Building Restoration Ltd use as many natural materials and products as possible.
Using lime mortars on listed buildings in Cornwall transforms old buildings back to their former glory. Our experience and knowledge of building with lime mortar in Cornwall has allowed us to work on beautiful and fascinating projects that we take great pride in.
Please have a look at the variations of lime applications we provide and Listed Building Specialist Services in Cornwall
