Lime mortars vs. cement - Revision history

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	= Lime Mortars vs. Cement Mortars: Key Differences =		= Lime Mortars vs. Cement Mortars: Key Differences =

−	When considering construction materials like ~~[https://cornishlime.co.uk/articles/the-difference-between-lime-cement-mortars/~~ lime mortars and cement mortars], it's common for individuals to struggle to understand the difference between these useful but distinctly different types of mortars.	+	When considering construction materials like lime mortars and cement mortars, it's common for individuals to struggle to understand the difference between these useful but distinctly different types of mortars.

	With a few decades of experience in building conservation under our belts, we’ve seen a range of diverse mortars from across the globe. This guide aims to explore the different types of mortars, including lime, earth, and cement mortars, clarify their differences, and offer useful indicators for identification.		With a few decades of experience in building conservation under our belts, we’ve seen a range of diverse mortars from across the globe. This guide aims to explore the different types of mortars, including lime, earth, and cement mortars, clarify their differences, and offer useful indicators for identification.
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	By recognising these differences, professionals can make informed decisions when undertaking restoration or conservation projects, ensuring the longevity and authenticity of our architectural heritage.		By recognising these differences, professionals can make informed decisions when undertaking restoration or conservation projects, ensuring the longevity and authenticity of our architectural heritage.

−	--[[User:Adam_Brown_of_Cornish_Lime\|Adam Brown of Cornish Lime ]]	+	--[[User:Adam_Brown_of_Cornish_Lime\|Adam Brown of Cornish Lime]]
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		+	= Related articles on Designing Buildings =
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		+	* Binding agent.
		+	* Cement mortar.
		+	* Defects in brickwork.
		+	* Defects in stonework.
		+	* Dry hydrate lime mortar.
		+	* Grout.
		+	* Gypsum.
		+	* Harl.
		+	* Hemp lime construction: A guide to building with hemp lime composites.
		+	* High alumina cement.
		+	* High lime low alkali glass.
		+	* Hot-mixed lime mortar.
		+	* Hot-mixed mortars: the new lime revival.
		+	* Hydraulic lime.
		+	* Hydrated lime.
		+	* Lime concrete.
		+	* Lime mortar.
		+	* Lime plaster.
		+	* Lime putty mortar.
		+	* Lime run-off.
		+	* Mortar.
		+	* Mortar analysis for specifiers.
		+	* Non hydraulic lime.
		+	* Pointing.
		+	* Portland cement.
		+	* Rendering.
		+	* Soda-lime glass.
		+	* Stucco.
		+	* Types of mortar.
		+	* The use of lime mortar in building conservation.
		+	* Types of mortar.

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	For those fascinated by historical structures, our [https://cornishlime.co.uk/articles/historic-use-of-lime-in-10-traditional-buildings-landmarks/ article on the Historic Use of Lime in 10 Traditional Buildings & Landmarks] offers further insights.		For those fascinated by historical structures, our [https://cornishlime.co.uk/articles/historic-use-of-lime-in-10-traditional-buildings-landmarks/ article on the Historic Use of Lime in 10 Traditional Buildings & Landmarks] offers further insights.

−	[[File:Lime-inclusion-with-shell.jpg]]	+	[[File:Lime-inclusion-with-shell.jpg\|link=File:Lime-inclusion-with-shell.jpg]]

	=== Natural cement mortars ===		=== Natural cement mortars ===
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	Notable examples of natural cement applications can be found in London, where both mortars and renders can still be found on prominent buildings even now. Over time, aged natural cement renders may develop hydraulic cracking, reminiscent of the shrinkage patterns seen in arid riverbeds.		Notable examples of natural cement applications can be found in London, where both mortars and renders can still be found on prominent buildings even now. Over time, aged natural cement renders may develop hydraulic cracking, reminiscent of the shrinkage patterns seen in arid riverbeds.

−	[[File:Natural-cement-mortar-with-shell.jpg]]	+	[[File:Natural-cement-mortar-with-shell.jpg\|link=File:Natural-cement-mortar-with-shell.jpg]]

	=== Portland cement mortars ===		=== Portland cement mortars ===
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	Typically, the incorporation rate of lime in earth mortars is lower compared to its usage in sand and lime mortars.		Typically, the incorporation rate of lime in earth mortars is lower compared to its usage in sand and lime mortars.

−	[[File:Earth-mortar-with-lime-inclusions.jpg]]	+	[[File:Earth-mortar-with-lime-inclusions.jpg\|link=File:Earth-mortar-with-lime-inclusions.jpg]]

	== Differences in identifying lime vs cement mortars ==		== Differences in identifying lime vs cement mortars ==
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	* Under microscopic examination, Portland cement exhibits a glasslike appearance, contrasting with the powdery, fluffy texture of lime binders.		* Under microscopic examination, Portland cement exhibits a glasslike appearance, contrasting with the powdery, fluffy texture of lime binders.

−	[[File:Cement-render-microscope.jpg]]	+	[[File:Cement-render-microscope.jpg\|link=File:Cement-render-microscope.jpg]]

	== What is a mortar analysis and what information can it uncover? ==		== What is a mortar analysis and what information can it uncover? ==
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	By recognising these differences, professionals can make informed decisions when undertaking restoration or conservation projects, ensuring the longevity and authenticity of our architectural heritage.		By recognising these differences, professionals can make informed decisions when undertaking restoration or conservation projects, ensuring the longevity and authenticity of our architectural heritage.
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		+	--[[User:Adam_Brown_of_Cornish_Lime\|Adam Brown of Cornish Lime ]]

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