[Strawbale] Hydraulic vs. Hydrated Lime

[Eddymiles at aol.com]

Thanks Andrew for the information on hydraulic vs. hydrated lime. It answered 
several of my questions concerning the use of locally available type S lime. 
Would you mind commenting on a few more items pertaining to this discussion.

1. What ratio of brick dust : lime would you recommend for a good hydraulic 
set and what alternative locally available materials might achieve the same 
results as brick dust if it is not available.

2. Can you recommend a lime mortar mix for bedding stones for foundation and 
basement walls? It seems the plasticity of lime would be a plus for this type 
of work.

Thanks,

Miles Eddins


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