Lime Mortar: Principles and Practices

Event Description

Lime is a traditional bedding, pointing and finishing material in Scotland’s historic built environment. These three morning talks will start with the basic principles of processing raw limestone or shells into mortar and plaster. We will also share current best practice and the innovative techniques used to identify (and replicate) parts for conservation and repair projects.

A networking lunch will provide you with the opportunity to continue discussions and explore the Engine Shed.

In the afternoon, the speakers will lead a walking tour around Stirling’s Old Town to discuss a wide range of conservation issues.

For those who cannot join us in person, a virtual ticket is available for the morning only.

Learning outcomes

You will:

• understand the basic principles and techniques of processing lime for traditional building purposes

• learn how centuries of lime-working in Scotland has informed current best practice in repair and conservation

• understand the value of undertaking lab-based mortar analysis to inform the specification of conservation and repair project work