In the face of escalating environmental concerns, the construction industry is profoundly transforming towards greener construction and more sustainable practices. Innovative technologies and materials are paving the way for a …
Lime mortar, a renewable construction material, derives its composition primarily from limestone, a widely accessible and abundant natural resource. In fact, the utilisation of limestone as a key ingredient in …
Lime is a hugely important building material for the restoration of historical buildings and structures and has been used for centuries throughout the world. Many of the buildings such as …
Lime mortar offers a range of environmental benefits that make it a valuable component in sustainable architecture. Here are some key advantages: REDUCED CARBON FOOTPRINT Lime mortar has a significantly …
Lime has been used as a building material for thousands of years. Its versatility and durability have made it a popular choice for construction projects throughout history, from ancient times …
Lime is a natural building material that has been used for centuries and offers several advantages over synthetic building materials. Unlike synthetic materials that are often made from non-renewable resources, …
Lime mortar is a type of building material that is made from a combination of lime, water and sand. This mixture is often used as a coating for bricks and …
WATERPROOFING Water can be one of the worst enemies for the flooring, walls, and ceiling. Drying the building is an excellent strategy to stop water from causing mould. There are …
Indoor air quality (IAQ) is a significant concern, and it can impact our health and well-being in various ways. There are several tools and techniques that can improve IAQ, and …
As a building material, lime has been used for millennia. It makes sense that modern architects would continue to use it in their designs. Because of its low cost and …
In the UK, there are two types of building mortars worth using, lime and cement. Generally, older houses, mainly in the pre-1920s were constructed using brick or stone with a …
Ram Quarter at Wandsworth is a multi-million pound residential-led, mixed-use development, transformed from the Young’s Brewery site into a vibrant urban quarter. Set within the Grade II listed brewery complex …
Anthology Hoxton Press, Hoxton, London is very much a part of the changing face of the East of London, offering spectacular views over the Capital and surrounded by local amenities, …
The mineral and chemical composition of limestone We spend up to 90% of our time indoors so the quality of the internal environment is important to our health and wellbeing. …
Lime is a building material that’s been used for centuries. There are two main types of lime: hydraulic and non-hydraulic. The difference between them is the way they set after …
An established company has been handed an industry award after a specialist project to restore an historic building. Artisan Plastercraft, based in Kent, has been recognised for the impressive restoration …
AN INTRODUCTION TO LIME RENDER Lime render is a natural product that creates a durable and breathable surface for both domestic and commercial buildings. The product is made from lime, …
When businesses quantify their carbon emissions and make up for what they have produced through carbon offset programmes, they become carbon neutral. Along with avoiding them and reducing them, offsetting …
Lime mortar is one of the world’s oldest and most durable building materials; it’s also one of the great survivors. Just look at the Great Wall of China where many …
Hamilton (Building Contractors) Ltd has been shortlisted for this year’s prestigious Insulated Render and Cladding Association (INCA) awards, not once but four times. The 2021 INCA awards, which are to be …
Renderplas PVC external render beads are part of the dynamic design of The Walk, a new commercial and leisure development in East Riffa in the oil-rich Kingdom of Bahrain. PVC …
Building on the success of its Tilebrick range, Ibstock has recently launched a selection of new designs, offering greater choice and increased sales opportunities for merchants looking to meet the …
