Clay and lime renders, plasters and paints - A How-to Guide to Using Natural Finishes (Paperback, Second edition of Using Natural Finishes)

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 resourceguide 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.

General

Imprint:	Green Books
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Sustainable Building
Release date:	June 2015
Authors:	Adam Weismann • Katy Bryce
Dimensions:	255 x 205 x 17mm (L x W x T)
Format:	Paperback
Pages:	264
Edition:	Second edition of Using Natural Finishes
ISBN-13:	978-0-85784-269-5
Categories:	Books > Arts & Architecture > Architecture > Architectural structure & design Books > Earth & environment > The environment > Applied ecology > General Books > Professional & Technical > Civil engineering, surveying & building > Building construction & materials > General Books > Health, Home & Family > Home & house maintenance > DIY > House maintenance
LSN:	0-85784-269-2
Barcode:	9780857842695

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