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  2. Lime mortar - Wikipedia

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    The lime putty, when mixed at a 1:3 ratio, fills these voids to create a compact mortar. Analysis of mortar samples from historic buildings typically indicates a higher ratio of around 1 part lime putty to 1.5 part [18] aggregate/sand was commonly used. This equates to approximately 1 part dry quicklime to 3 parts sand.

  3. Lime plaster - Wikipedia

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    Lime plaster is a type of plaster composed of sand, water, and lime, usually non-hydraulic hydrated lime (also known as slaked lime, high calcium lime or air lime). Ancient lime plaster often contained horse hair for reinforcement and pozzolan additives to reduce the working time.

  4. Lime render - Wikipedia

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    Lime render is the first coat of lime "plaster or the like" [1] applied to the external surfaces of traditionally-built stone or brick buildings. It allows the building to 'breathe' – as lime is porous, it allows for the collection and evaporation of moisture .

  5. Plasterwork - Wikipedia

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    For internal walls, two coats is the standard and follows the same method as for external rendering but with a weaker mix of five or six sand to one cement and one lime. However, instead of being finished with a sponge, the second coat is left rough and sometimes will be scored by nails inserted in the float.

  6. Cement render - Wikipedia

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    Some have a polymer additive added to the traditional cement, lime and sand mix for enhanced water resistance, flexibility and adhesion. [9] [10] Acrylic premixed renders have superior water resistance and strength. [11] They can be used on a wider variety of surfaces than cement render, including concrete, cement blocks, and AAC concrete paneling.

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  9. Stucco - Wikipedia

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    Stucco or render is a construction material made of aggregates, a binder, and water. Stucco is applied wet and hardens to a very dense solid. Stucco is applied wet and hardens to a very dense solid. It is used as a decorative coating for walls and ceilings, exterior walls, and as a sculptural and artistic material in architecture.