CAL90 is a powdered, pulverised quicklime, calcium oxide CaO. The consistent quality of CAL90 products gives advantages in a number of applications.
CAL90 should only be used in controlled environments; overalls, dusk masks, goggles and gloves should be worn. Care must be taken to limit dust movement in the air.
Caution should be exercised in using hot mixes, especially for plaster and renders where failure could occur. Recommend for use only by qualified contractors.
CAL90 is a powdered, pulverised quicklime, calcium oxide CaO. The consistent quality of CAL90 products gives advantages in a number of applications.
CAL90 should only be used in controlled environments; overalls, dusk masks, goggles and gloves should be worn. Care must be taken to limit dust movement in the air.
Caution should be exercised in using hot mixes, especially for plaster and renders where failure could occur. Recommend for use only by qualified contractors.
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Buying our lime putty and watering down and whisking...
Getting Started - Hot Mixed Mortars
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Components - Types of Lime
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