Lime Slam Event POster 2024

Lime Slam 2024 offers a unique opportunity to delve into the merits and methodologies of traditional hot-mixed lime pointing mortars, renders, and sheltercoats. This event will feature:

  • Hands-on demonstrations of hot mixing lime mortar, stone replacements, and lime pointing mortars.
  • A presentation by Alex Blades on the ongoing St. Marie Among the Hurons project.
  • A presentation by Ken Trischuk (Technical Officer – NRC-Construction) about performance monitoring of hot lime mortars installed on the Papineau Chapel in Montebello Quebec at the 2017 APT Ottawa conference.
  • Networking with conservation masons and heritage material consultants.

Your participation will not only enhance your understanding of these traditional techniques but also connect you with a community of professionals passionate about preserving our built heritage.

This event is proudly supported by the Frontenac Heritage Foundation and Parks Canada.

Where: Fort Henry, Kingston
When: Sunday October 20, 2024
Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/lime-slam-2024-fort-henry-kingston-tickets-1016747137057?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
RSVP: buildinglimescanada@outlook.com

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