Subscriber space e-mail password Forgot your password ? New to BigMat? Home > Videos and advice sheets > ZOOM On > Lime Lime The term "lime" designates the products resulting from the calcination of limestone, it is found in the form of slaked lime which can be aerial or hydraulic. These two types of slaked lime differ in particular in the composition of the raw material used, as well as in the hardening mechanisms. The advantages of natural hydrolic lime ♦ Respectful of the expertise of the professionals of the building Thelime hasthelibertytomenofbusinesstobe able to prepare themselves on siteofrecipes differentfrommortar. ♦ Respectful of built former Exclusivelyafter thefiringoflimestone, thelimehasa low resistance mechanical which is particularly suitable for old media or mixed media . Its use helps to ensure the sustainability of the work . A resistance unsuited to the support could cause the loss ( peeling plaster ). ♦ Soft and cohesive with the substrates A flexible and elastic lime allows follow the movements of old frames , thus limiting the risk of cracks. ♦ permeable to the steam of water the masonry old are often very sensitive to water. The walls must be permeable to the steam of water to promote moisture wicking. The lime breathable walls by promoting exchanges humidity. ♦ Impervious to water runoff The lime is impermeable to runoff water and protects the walls from the elements. ♦ Aesthetic and respectful of tradition The transparency of white lime makes it possible to bring out the colors of the local sands to work on old buildings in the purest tradition. ♦ Pleasant to implement The fineness of lime endows the mortar of lime to put out qualities such as onc tuosité, plasticity and grip the supports. ♦ Comfort of life and healthy built The lime has the characteristic of limiting the appearance of molds, fungi and micro-organisms. > Download this sheet in PDF The lime , a material ancestral The lime is with the plaster , one of the oldest and most universal materials construction. From the twelfth to the nineteenth century , the lime knew his hour of glory in the building . Today , lime is making a strong comeback as part of the safeguard of built heritage . Get access to more information and practical advice by becoming a BigMat member! Keep up to date with BigMat news from your store More videos? More advice sheets? Improving habitat while preserving the planet is also our role at BigMat. Extranet access Legal notices | Sitemap BIGMAT.IT BIGMAT.ES BIGMAT.BE BIGMAT.CZ Products BigMat catalogs BigMat Advice Guides Product families MDD BigMat range Zoom on... Contact Remarks and questions BigMat is recruiting Catalog request Our contact details The Members' web Eco-engagement Environmental commitment Eco-practical solutions Eco point of sale Taxation and green regulations BIGMAT Who are we ? Press area BigMat Services BigMat is recruiting Sponsoring BigMat News All our promotions