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Earthen & Lime Plasterwork

The advantages of these plasters include breathability, softness to the touch, beauty and workability. They are versatile, easy to repair and made from inexpensive materials. Earthen plaster is a mixture of clay, sand and fiber. The most common fibers used is straw or animal hair. Lime plaster is a mixture of calcium hydroxide and sand. Lime plaster has the property of being self-healing to a limited degree due to the slight solubility of lime.

Blue Heron Members who work with this method

For more information on finding a contractor to do this type of work for you, see our list of members below who specialize in this category. Click the name for more information.

Beth Campbell
Madison Area/Dane County
HeartandHandNB@gmail.com

Eric Nelson
David Hornemann
Madison Area/ Dane County
dhornemann@gmail.com

Andy Miller
Madison Area/Dane County
intheroundnb@yahoo.com