Standard Course Stuff is normally mixed in the ratio of 3:1; sand to lime using our standard Lime Putty slaked at our works and stored for a minimum of 30 days.

Plastering first/base coats, rendering and bedding of brick and stone.

Matures with age and as long as it is kept in a sealed container or bags there is no upper time limit.

Ex stock.

Alkali ph 13, skin, eyes and open sores must be protected.

The success of lime based mortars depends greatly on the tradesman been familiar with them and understanding that these mortars react very differently from modern cementitious mortars. Particular attention is need towards, 1) the control of drying and hardening of the mortar, 2) protection from frost and heat, 3) a basic understanding of where and when these mortars are suitable.