Preserving the iconic buildings of yesterday for the generations of tomorrow.
Lime mortars and plasters are:
On the other hand, cement is:
NZ’s ‘youth’ meant it was caught up in the cement trend. It’s buildings, both old and new, are wrinkling and cracking. The use of cement based or elastomeric repair methods are accelerating the deterioration process.
Lime mortar works as a weatherproof, breathable surface. Any moisture that enters, either through the mortar or from inside moving outwards, will leave the wall once the cause of the moisture stops.
Lime will enhance and prolong the life of our rapidly ageing masonry buildings!