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Hot lime mortar continues to emerge as a top choice for restoring, maintaining, and building period properties. As we produce this exceptional material in-house, we’re eager to share its many benefits and applications with you. This blog post highlights the advantages of hot lime mortar, its unique properties, and the reasons for its rising popularity among both DIY enthusiasts and professionals in the building field. Hot lime mortar is not just another building material; it

Introduction: The Overlooked Ingredient in Limework When we talk about making hot lime mixes , everyone focuses on the lime , quicklime quality, slaking method, curing, and storage.But few people consider one crucial detail: the water . Using the right water can dramatically change how your lime putty behaves, feels, and performs. And among all the options, rainwater stands out as the best choice , not just for traditionalists, but for anyone who wants to get the most from t

Introduction Hotlime mortar, sometimes called hot-mixed lime , is an ancient building technique that’s experiencing a major revival in...

Have you ever stood in front of your community’s war memorial and really looked at it?Not just in passing, but closely, noticing the...

At Salthouse Stonemasonry, we believe that the best way to care for a building in the present is to work with the same respect and...

Why Hot Lime Mortar is the Only Choice for Heritage Restoration At Salthouse Stonemasonry, we are fully committed to using hot lime...

The Different Types of Stonemasons: Understanding the Craft Behind the Stone Stonemasonry is one of the oldest and most respected trades...

Relief carving a bee in sandstone is a subtle art one that blends form, texture, and tooling technique. At Salthouse Stonemasonry, we...

A visit in the name of tradition, detail and doing it properly Haddon Hall is one of those places where the past speaks quietly but...

Hot-Lime vs Lime Putty: The Sticky Debate For centuries, lime has been the backbone of traditional masonry and conservation work....

When it comes to restoring traditional buildings or working with natural stone, choosing the right mortar is essential. At Salthouse...

Stonework is built to last — but only if it’s treated with care. When it comes to cleaning stone, especially on heritage or older...

At Salthouse Stonemasonry, we believe that knowledge should be shared. The world of stonemasonry and lime mortar applications is built on...

At Salthouse Stonemasonry, we’ve always believed in the timeless beauty of natural stone. Recently, we had the pleasure of installing a...

The Timeless Craft of Stonemasonry: A Legacy Set in Stone Stonemasonry is one of the oldest and most enduring crafts in human history....

In house mixed Lime Mortar pointing application Lime mortar has been a cornerstone of traditional stonemasonry for centuries, prized for...

In the world of heritage restoration and traditional building, there’s no shortage of people selling lime and stone. Many suppliers and...

At Salthouse Stonemasonry, we pride ourselves on crafting every piece with precision and care, using traditional hand-tooling techniques....

Hot lime mortar is making a strong comeback in traditional building and heritage restoration. Once widely used before being replaced by...

Have you ever wondered why cement is everywhere in modern construction? Supposedly, it’s because it’s easier to use. But here’s the...