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Organic Additives in Historic Lime Mortars by Nitin Korwar is a document available to read on EtoBox.
This research investigates the impact of organic additives on hydraulic lime mortars, focusing on water absorption and freeze-thaw durability. Four historical additives—linseed oil, egg white, ghee, and oxblood—were tested in various proportions, revealing that ghee showed promising results in enhancing mortar properties. The study aims to contribute to the understanding of organic additives in lime mortar for conservation and restoration efforts of historic buildings.
- Author
- Nitin Korwar
- Language
- EN