The Traditional Lime Company

by Jacqueline A. O'Neill · Published November 9, 2015 · Updated September 26, 2023

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Lime putty-based mortars are highly flexible and have excellent vapour exchange properties, these factors are necessities for the long-term survival of restored buildings.Below are some examples of the applications of lime putties

Private residence, Co. Wexford

Private residence, Co. Laois

Old Dundalk Gaol, Co. Louth

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NHL 5 (Chaux 100 Naturelle Pure) is a pure product giving mortars plasticity, elasticity, strength and rapid resistance to frost.Below are some examples of the applications of NHL 5.

Eco-building development
using recycled bricks

Canal aqueduct, Monesterevan,
Co. Kildare

Decorative moulding and
sculpture work in NHL 5

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NHL 3.5 (Chaux Blanche Pure) is suitable for all applications and finishes. Its whiteness provides the best reproduction of sand colour. Below are some examples of the applications of NHL 3.5

The Naul, Co. Dublin

Athy Courthouse, Co. Kildare

Weavers’ Cottages, Clonnegal,
Co. Carlow

Private residence, Co. Tipperary

Private residence, Co. Laois

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NHL 2 (Terrachaux) brings the qualities of natural hydraulic lime to interior and exterior work on weak structures and earthworks. Below are some examples of the applications of NHL 2

Mogue’s Cottage, Ferns,
Co. Wexford

Private residence, Co. Kilkenny

Straw bale hen-house
(NHL 2 applied using spray gun),
Co. Carlow

Private residence, Co. Wexford

Private residence, Co. Kilkenny

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Lime putty-based mortars are highly flexible and have excellent vapour exchange properties, these factors are necessities for the long-term survival of restored building. Below are some examples of the applications of lime paints