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Clay and Lime Renders, Plasters and Paints: A How-To Guide to Using Natural Finishes

Clay and Lime Renders, Plasters and Paints: A How-To Guide to Using Natural Finishes

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by Adam Weismann (Author), Katy Bryce (Author)

This book was previously published under the title Using Natural Finishes. With the increasing awareness of eco-building techniques alongside the desire to make our homes healthier, the historical benefits of using natural renders and paints are being rediscovered. Clay and Lime Renders, Plasters and Paints is an in-depth guide to the selection, mixing and application of lime and clay based plasters, renders, paints and washes.

  • Step-by-step instructions for applying lime and clay based plasters, renders and paints.
  • Information on the benefits of natural finishes for personal health, the environment, and for buildings.
  • Drawing on traditional methods & materials for using lime & clay finishes on new and historic buildings.
  • A comprehensive and up-to-date online resource guide to suppliers, practitioners and courses.

Easy to follow DIY projects guide the reader through all aspects of using these natural finishes, with beautiful photographs of techniques and examples from the UK and abroad.

  • ISBN: 0857842692    EAN: 9780857842695
    Publisher: Green Books 
    US SRP: $40.00 US 
    Binding: Paperback
    Copyright Date: 2015
    Pub Date: June 04, 2015
  • Physical Info: 0.8" H x 9.9" L x 8.0" W (2.05 lbs) 264 pages
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