Natural Plastering Lime, clay and craft for healthier UK homes

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Lime, clay and craft for healthier UK homes

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Cracks, Condensation and Gypsum Patches: Reading What Your Period Wall Is Telling You
Period Property Advice

Cracks, Condensation and Gypsum Patches: Reading What Your Period Wall Is Telling You

Period walls rarely send a formal letter. They leave clues instead — hairline cracks, winter condensation, patchy gypsum repairs and cold solid walls. Here is a practical UK homeowner guide to when clay plaster is the likely answer, when lime probably is, and when to call in a specialist.

When Insulation Meets Old Brick: Choosing Lime or Clay for a Breathable Retrofit
Retrofit & Insulation

When Insulation Meets Old Brick: Choosing Lime or Clay for a Breathable Retrofit

Insulating a solid-wall UK home can cut bills, but it can also change how moisture moves through the building. Here is how lime and clay plasters fit into a breathable retrofit in 2026, and what to ask before the first coat goes on.