Solving damp problems with lime - Ben Kerslake - BS042
This week I am joined by Ben Kerslake from Carrington Lime.
As well as a general geek out about lime, we mostly talk about how to solve damp problems in homes with some simple observation and materials choices.
We discuss why the modern conventional approach of 'tanking' a building is usually fixing a symptom, rather than dealing with the problem.
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Ben Kerslake
Builder - Conservation and Restoration
Ben Kerslake, has been working in the conservation and restoration industry for almost 20 years. After completing his Msc in Architecture, Ben developed a keen interest in using traditional methods and as a result has been working predominantly with lime for the last 10 years. His work includes two Grand Designs projects, working on the restoration of Griff Rhys Jones Welsh cottage complex, numerous listed properties throughout the county as well as working with Gloucester council to present informative seminars on historic houses and suitable materials to local homeowners.
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