Lime mortars for brickwork: traditional practice and modern misconceptions - part two
Language: English Series: Journal of Architectural Conservation ; 4(2) July 1998, 7-19(13)Publication details: 1998Subject(s): Summary: Second of two articles which discussesthe use of traditional lime mortars in the repair, restoration and conservation of historic buildings. Considers the use of pure non-hydraulic slaked lime putties as the principal binder for all mortars and, addresses the mistaken belief that historic lime mortars were prepared in this manner and the general perception that hydraulic limes are similar in behaviour to modern cements. (See ABS58560 for Part One)| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS59032 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 87784-1001 |
Second of two articles which discussesthe use of traditional lime mortars in the repair, restoration and conservation of historic buildings. Considers the use of pure non-hydraulic slaked lime putties as the principal binder for all mortars and, addresses the mistaken belief that historic lime mortars were prepared in this manner and the general perception that hydraulic limes are similar in behaviour to modern cements. (See ABS58560 for Part One)