Cornish Lime

Cornish Lime Cornish Lime are a manufacturer & supplier of materials suitable for building conservation & newbuild The new range products will be rolled out soon.

Cornish Lime Company is a dedicated manufacturer of lime based products such as high calcium mature lime putty, guaranteed at least four months old, lime mortars, lime plasters and lime washes. All of these products are manufactured here in Cornwall using high quality Derbyshire limestone. We have just opened a new purpose built factory to which is able to bulk dry sands as well as manufacture Dry

mix renders and mortars packed in handy bags. We are the largest stockists of decorative aggregates and sands in the region and supply in full tonne bags or 25kgs. We have a training centre and classroom on site and regularly provide session for delegates from all areas from building professionals to keen DIY enthusiasts.

Only a handful of spots remain for our final courses of the year. Grab a spot in October or plan ahead and book for 2027...
04/09/2026

Only a handful of spots remain for our final courses of the year. Grab a spot in October or plan ahead and book for 2027.

Comment ‘COURSE ’ below and we'll DM you a direct link to learn more about our available courses.

02/09/2026

📢 We’re Hiring – Apprentice Accounts Assistant

Cornish Lime is looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking and organised Accounts Assistant to join our growing team at our site in Bodmin.

Working alongside our experienced accounts team, your duties will include processing invoices, maintaining customer and supplier accounts, assisting with credit control and providing general support to the finance department.

This is a great opportunity for the right person to complete an accounting apprenticeship and gain recognised qualifications while working.
Applicants who already have some accounts experience will also be supported in continuing their training and professional development, if they wish.

Previous experience would be beneficial but is not essential, as training will be provided.
We are looking for someone who is reliable, comfortable working with numbers, has good attention to detail and is keen to learn.

📍 Location: Bodmin – this is an in-person role
🕘 Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am–5:00pm
💷 Salary: Very competitive and dependent on experience

To apply, please email your CV to [email protected].

It's not often we see a client project like this one. Back in February, Kenneth and Jason of Stone Inspired Ltd took a t...
01/09/2026

It's not often we see a client project like this one. Back in February, Kenneth and Jason of Stone Inspired Ltd took a trip to the Falklands. Working alongside the Falkland Islands Museum and National Trust, they undertook the restoration of several historic stone structures on the remote Keppel Island and North Arm Farm.

And once the work was complete, they managed to find time to explore the beautiful landscape and meet some of the amazing animals who call the Falklands home.

It was a real privilege to support Ken and Jason on this project, preserving such important pieces of the Falklands' history. A fantastic project in a breath-taking location. Thank you so much for sharing guys!

28/08/2026

Filling cracks and imperfections in lime plaster walls doesn't need to be complicated.

To get started, check your wall isn't hollow or debonded. If it is, you'll likely need to replace the lime plaster.

If it's good to go, chase out the crack and clean the area of debris. Depending on your background, you may need to lightly dampen the area.

Grabbing your lime filler of choice and a filling knife, mix up your filler and press it into the crack or imperfection.

We stock both Cornerstone Mortars Putty Fine Surface Filler and Powder Fine Surface Filler.

Moving along the fissure in a diagonal motion in both directions, overfill the area.

Allow the material to stiffen and dry back. Then you're ready to send and level out the material. Remember, like any lime-based product, keep aftercare in mind. Lightly mist for a few days after application.

Have a question on filling minor dents, dings or cracks in lime plaster? Leave it below. ⬇️

We've got two new sands now in stock online and in-store.CLS44A medium-coarse, well-graded, light yellowish-brown quartz...
25/08/2026

We've got two new sands now in stock online and in-store.

CLS44
A medium-coarse, well-graded, light yellowish-brown quartz and flint sand. Used for topcoat render or plaster finishes, giving an extremely coarse finish.

CLS38
A fine, well-sorted, pale brownish-grey quartz sand, ideal for fine topcoats. Finer than our CLS35 Fine Flint Sand, which is our most popular sand for external topcoats.

Sands are essential in lime mortars, renders and plasters. Whether you're choosing a sand for a mortar, render or plaster, the sand impacts the material's overall performance, strength, workability and aesthetic qualities like colour and texture.

Browse our full range here: https://cornishlime.co.uk/products/sands/

If your building has solid walls constructed from traditional materials such as stone, brick, lath or cob, the internal ...
21/08/2026

If your building has solid walls constructed from traditional materials such as stone, brick, lath or cob, the internal walls are likely finished with lime plaster.

Used in traditional buildings for centuries, lime plaster is valued for its breathability and flexibility, qualities that allow it to work compatibly with these soft, porous and natural materials.

Historic or traditional structures (typically pre-1919) have fundamentally different physics to that of modern cavity wall construction. So understanding these differences and keeping compatibility in mind when planning for even minor repairs is a smart approach.

That's why, when filling cracks or imperfections, we always recommend a lime-based filler.

Simple and easy to use, this can be a small but practical way to support the long-term health of the building fabric.

Have a question on filling minor dents, dings or cracks in lime plaster? Leave it below. ⬇️

Every year, swallows return to nest at Cornish Lime and this summer is no different. Tucked up in the rafters, they’ve m...
20/08/2026

Every year, swallows return to nest at Cornish Lime and this summer is no different. Tucked up in the rafters, they’ve made themselves right at home.

Can you guess this iconic British chapel?Here's a clue: it made an appearance in the 2006 film interpretation of a famou...
18/08/2026

Can you guess this iconic British chapel?

Here's a clue: it made an appearance in the 2006 film interpretation of a famous novel written by Dan Brown, featuring Tom Hanks and Audrey Tautou.

That's right, it's the infamous Rosslyn Chapel. Featured in the popular film The Da Vinci Code. Founded in 1446 as a family chapel by Sir William St Clair, Rosslyn Chapel is steeped in history.

Falling into disrepair following the Reformation in 1650, it's said Cromwell's troops stabled their horses in the chapel upon their attack on Rosslyn Castle. This was followed by a series of restorations and repairs, spanning from the Victorian era right through to the major conservation project undertaken by the Rosslyn Chapel Trust, established in 1995.

An important factor that undoubtedly contributed to the chapel's survival was the fact that none of the original construction used timber. The entire structure was built and carved in stone. A significant aspect of the restoration and conservation work was the careful removal of the old Portland cement mortar and the application of a new lime mortar across various parts of the building.

Our founder, Phil Brown, was lucky enough to visit this impressive landmark on a trip with the Building Limes Forum.

If you'd like to learn more about the history and restoration of the iconic Rosslyn Chapel, you can do so at rosslynchapel.com. And if you enjoy seeing iconic landmarks like this, follow us for more historic highlights.

13/08/2026

Ever wanted a chance to try fibrous plasterwork on the bench?

Join us for a one-day course where you will learn the fundamentals of decorative plasterwork with Master Plasterer Sean Wheatley. Sean will guide you through running a mould in situ, fibrous plasterwork on the bench, and applying a finishing coat of plaster.

Our next course date is July 30th 2027. To learn more, comment ‘FIBROUS’ and we’ll DM you a link.

We've come a long way since the 1990s, when our site was little more than a plot of land full of potential. Swipe to see...
11/08/2026

We've come a long way since the 1990s, when our site was little more than a plot of land full of potential. Swipe to see a quick then-and-now comparison.

Since then, we've stayed a family-run business and worked with hundreds of talented people from our local community.

As we grow, we'll continue to champion the traditional materials and methods in today’s fast-moving construction industry.

Address

Brims Park, Old Callywith Road
Bodmin
PL312DZ

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 5pm
Thursday 7:30am - 5pm
Friday 7:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+44120879779

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