History of Veneer Plastering Patrick Webb March 1, 2019 No Comments A deep dive into the original use of plaster, and its significance to help better understand veneers. Read More
European Standard for Building Lime A comprehensible guide to the EU standards for natural hydraulic lime. Patrick Webb September 1, 2018 No Comments This article will cover the classification of NHL's and highlight the balanced rationale based on experience, science, and practical use reflected in the European standard.Read More
Historical Plaster and the Irreplaceable Lime The Lime of Our Lives Patrick Webb August 1, 2018 No Comments The sustainability of lime has persevered over centuries up centuries.Read More
Hydraulic Lime Vs. Pure Form of Lime What are the distinctions between a hydraulic vs. pure form of lime? Patrick Webb July 6, 2018 No Comments As we considered in our previous article on lime, it is perhaps the most prized and exceedingly versatile building material of the modern world. Read More
The Creation of Gypsum Art & Craft of Plastering Gypsum: Plaster Magic Patrick Webb May 4, 2018 No Comments A look into the creation of gypsum.Read More
Clay: The Original Plaster Binder Art & Craft of Plastering Patrick Webb March 2, 2018 No Comments Since clay is almost always readily available, we sometimes take it for granted.Read More
Plaster Aggregates and Fibers Patrick Webb February 2, 2018 No Comments Now it's time to consider the aggregates and occasionally fibers that typically compose the greater percentage of the volume and mass of a plasterRead More
Plaster Binders—Mineral Glue Patrick Webb December 5, 2017 No Comments We're not just talking about the binders you used to put your schoolwork in either. Read More
What is Plaster? Patrick Webb October 1, 2017 No Comments The writing is in the sand—or should we say plaster?Read More
Interior Plastering Vocabulary In order to make it in this industry, you will need to understand the basic day-to-day terms used on the job site. Patrick Webb March 1, 2017 No Comments The foundations of a good trade education is an understanding of the plaster industry’s vocabulary.Read More