Last edited 18 May 2022

Mortar torching

Short Guide: Climate Change Adaptation for Traditional Buildings, published on 10 July 2017 by Historic Scotland, defines mortar torching as: ‘A coating of mortar applied to the underside of tiles or slates to prevent wind lift.’

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