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Since 1996 over 2,300 owners,
builders and architects have come on our Practical Course to gain "hands-on"
experience in using traditional lime and clay materials and techniques to repair
and maintain old buildings. Our approach is to create a relaxed environment where
you will enjoy learning, with ample opportunity for discussion in the breaks.
Course numbers are limited to ensure individual attention by two course leaders. For
each session there is a practical demonstration, then participants are encouraged
to have a go themselves, with guidance at hand. All tools and materials are provided
but please bring protective clothing, safety glasses, wellington boots and waterproof
gloves. All tools
are available for purchase at the end of the course and participants are also
entitled to a 10% discount on future purchases from our range of traditional lime
putty products. A
message from a satisfied customer; Just
a quick e-mail to thank you, Rick and your staff for the hospitality at the Lime
Course that I attended on Friday. It was very educational, but more importantly
entertaining. I go on several courses throughout the year and some can be very
stuffy and over complicated with too much technical information, but this was
nicely balanced for us in the business and also the homeowners. As someone who
recommends the use of Lime mortars etc. on a day to day basis I will now be adding
your name to my list of suppliers for lime products etc., which I trust is acceptable
to you. Thanks again for an excellent day and the superb lunch, it was well worth
waiting for!. Kind regards Paul Carter, Premier Heritage, Independent
Building Preservation & Damp Surveyor, Sherborne, DORSET
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| TIME | CONTENT |
| 9.15
am | Course
assembles for coffee & introduction. |
| 9.30am
| Traditional
lime materials - history & usage, selecting sands, types of lime, using hair
in mortar. | | 10.00am | Building
& repair in stone & cob, lime mortar mixes, gauging, using cob blocks,
bedding mortars, repair techniques. | | 11.15am | Pointing
stonework, preparation of joints, selecting mortars & tools, pointing techniques,
protecting the work, problem solving. |
| 11.45am | Selecting
soils for cob, use of straw binder, making cob blocks. |
| 12.30pm | Buffet
lunch with opportunity for discussion of individual projects & questions. |
| 1.30pm
| Rendering
& plastering with lime putty mortars and earth plasters. Preparing the surface,
selecting materials & tools, hand harling, rendering & plastering techniques,
final finishes. | | 3.15pm | Coffee
break. | | 3.30pm
| Pointing
- finishing techniques. | | 3.45pm
- 4.15pm | Limewashing
- preparation, techniques, protection. | The
courses are held at our warehouse in Buckland Filleigh Sawmills, West Devon. For
further details or to book a course please contact us. BACK
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FAQ'S
and Availability -
How long is the course? One day, with
lunch included.
- What
is covered?
We cover
the traditional skills for repairing and restoring with lime mortars, renders,
plasters and limewash. - How
many attend?
Up to 17,
with individual help from 2 course leaders. - What
does it cost?
£70,
including lunch and VAT. - How
do I book?
You can make
an online booking here or book by phone. -
What dates are available?
- Friday 27th August
- Friday 10th September
- Friday 1st October
- Friday 22nd October
- Why
are they always on a Friday?? So
you can enjoy the wonderful Devon countryside and coast and make a break of it.
- Where
can I stay locally?
B&B's
- The Devil's
Stone Inn, Shebbear - 01409 281210
- Anzac,
Shebbear - 01409 281838
- Wits
End, Shebbear - 01409 281443
- Hay
House, Shebbear 01409-281827
- Forda
Farm, Thornbury, 01409
261369
- Filleighmoorgate,
Buckland Filleigh - 01409-281631
- Bason
Farm, Bradford, 01409 281277
- Buttermoor
Farm, Milton Damerel, 01409 261314
Self
Catering - Tyrella,
Shebbear- 01409-281968
- The Milking
Parlour, Black Torrington 01409-231636
Camping
- Hole Station
Campsite , Highhampton 01409 231266
For
more accommodation and information about the local area
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