Structural repair specialists in the North East
Traditional, breathable lime mortar repairs for period and historic properties.
Lime mortar has been used in construction for thousands of years and remains valued today for conservation, restoration and sustainable building. It is more flexible and breathable than modern cement mortars, allowing walls to accommodate movement and manage moisture without trapping damp inside.
It is compatible with traditional stone, brick and timber structures originally built using lime, maintaining the right strength, appearance and performance. Lime mortar can also self-heal small cracks over time and has proven durability, with many historic buildings still standing today.
Lime mortar is sustainable, lower in embodied energy than cement, easier to work with, has a longer setting time, and can be finished in a range of textures and tones that blend well with historic and traditional buildings.
Identify issues such as high moisture content, wall tie failure and masonry fractures caused by inappropriate modern materials.
Remove all modern mortar and replace any spalled, split or cracked brickwork.
Locate and replace wall ties, installing bow ties and helibeams for lateral and horizontal restraint.
Repair cills and repoint using traditional lime mortar to restore breathability and strength.
D.L.C. Structural Solutions provide expert structural repairs and general building work at affordable prices throughout Sunderland, Middlesbrough, Durham, Hartlepool and the surrounding areas.
