Fine Course Stuff is normally mixed in the ratio of 3:1, sand to lime, using our standard Lime Putty slaked at our works. The aggregate is a mix of sharp washed sand and fine silIca sand.

In plastering terms any area where a finer finish is needed or where larger sand granules may cause problems ie running moulds, fine pointing or thrown rough casts.

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

Ex. stock.

50 square metres per tonne for renders at 9mm thick.

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 needed 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 .