The benefits of dry stone walls: why stone boundaries are making a comeback
When a fence panel blows over during a Cheshire storm, the instinct is often to patch it up with sturdier posts or a fresh lick of timber treatment.…
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Why old brick and stone decay: guides to spalling, damp trapped by cement and breathable lime mortar, and how a Chester mason puts it right. Get a quote.
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Lime mortar vs cement: why lime is the smarter and greener investment
When most people think about repointing or restoring their home, they think about cost. And understandably so. But what if the material that costs a little more upfront…
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Lime Mortar 101: Busting The 5 Myths About Pointing Your Historic Property
Are you new to historic home ownership? Or perhaps you’ve heard conflicting advice about how to maintain your period property? Well, the world of lime mortar (despite its…
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Why lime mortar lets old walls breathe
The critical role of voids and breathability in historic masonry For architects, preservation companies, and those managing historic assets, understanding the science behind lime mortar is fundamental to…
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Spalling: why your brick or stone is crumbling away
If you own a historic property and notice the face of your stone or brickwork flaking, peeling or crumbling off, you could be seeing the destructive signs of…