October 24, 2018 12:00 am
October 25, 2018 12:00 am
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Making & Using Traditional Mortars C1 – Contractor Level 1
Date: 24 – 25 October 2018
Venue: Merryhill Training Centre, Fife KY11 3DR
Our most popular two day introductory course – this practical workshop will provide attendees with a strong understanding of lime technology
The reasons for using traditional mortars on solid walls will also be explained, to allow you to better advise clients. The course will guide participants to be able to complete pointing work to traditional buildings to a high standard.
The content of this workshop provides the underpinning knowledge required for assessment and accreditation of SQA National Unit 1 – ‘Preparing and Using Basic Lime Mixes’.
Course Programme
Day 1 – Making Traditional Mortars
- Health and Safety issues
- Historic use of lime mortars
- Processing lime
- Best practice for mortar mixing
- Inspecting masonry
- Using the right tools
Day 2 – Using Traditional Mortars
- Preparing masonry joints
- Techniques of working
- Placing of mortar for repointing
- Joint finishing
- Curing and protection regimes
Making & Using Traditional Mortars C1 – Contractor Level 1