Earthborn Claypaint is the original fully breathable internal clay emulsion which we have been exclusively supplying in Ireland for almost 20 years. This zero-voc paint was ahead of its time when introduced and still remains the premium quality, rich in tone and texture, paint that so many of us love for lime plaster (or any
Spot the Stoneware Studios sign hidden behind my chief hecklers. We had an enjoyable day last Saturday in Muckross, Killarney. ‘Great to field lots of questions from people repairing their old buildings in Kerry. Thanks to Victoria and Toddy for organising the event. Shout out to my fella exhibitors Ruairi Dennison, Gareth O’Callaghan and Peter
We’d a lovely bunch of people in for some Lime training on Thursday. Thanks to all who attended. We’re looking forward already to the next one on the 20th.
Normally our Cork board goes on the wall as it’s a brilliant thermal and acoustic insulation. But why not the floor too! Thanks, Lionel for the photo, super work as always
Some, slightly quirky some might say, brick and stone work by Kieren Ahern for his brother Dan on his soon to be finished very cool house on the waters edge here locally. Great to see fellas trying out styles, ways of doing things, and using the materials we have to hand.
Secil RB Lime render coming on nicely in Rathpeacon with Liam Sloane and the Youghal men on the tools overseen by Summerhill Construction. Working on in-situ quoins this week and all looking great.
Damien and his men giving the final touches to Secil AC finishing lime plaster on a seaside location in Waterford. Perfection Damien, as always.
‘Looks great Tom, nice job; Ballybunion Garda Station complete with Secil Lime render outside and Calcium Silicate board inside.
Our next two training dates are set for 6th October – Lime Pointing and 20th October – Plastering and Rendering with Lime. We’re looking forward to meeting lots of new people and old friends.
A little thank you to Pual and Hazel and all the crew in Stoneware for all your hard work. After so many years, Paul has made dozens and dozens of bespoke ‘Plastic’ repair mortars (all 100% lime based, of course) for repairs to umpteen bricks, faience, terracotta, just about every sendimentary rock in Ireland, quite