Lime vs Cement: The better binder

[@TeeWreh]

I just found the answer for what I've been looking for to build in Africa. I really do not want to build with cement

[@LizetteVeg]

This is extremely helpful. I plan to build a rammed earth home in about 3 years and I am in the pre-planning phase. Thank you!!

[@farmaanandaa]

Glad to hear that. Good luck!

[@ricardoperezrestrepo9245]

Always enjoy to learn about construction techniques from you. Thank you a lot for this wonderful school of life you've created!

[@farmaanandaa]

So nice of you to say that!

[@StevenKraft]

This is one of the most helpful videos explaining the difference between these materials. Essential. Thank you and please keep sharing.

[@bhaskararajugottumukkala4965]

Thank You Very Much - was waiting for this - cannot be more clear than this - I can build my own farm room now !

[@farmaanandaa]

Glad it helped!

[@vinaytalluri]

Really loved the way you and Malvika have deconstructed the idea of why lime is more sustainable. Simple and profound. Best wishes and keep sharing such stuff. Thank you.

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you so much 🙂

[@74osho]

yeah, cant wait for the rest of the series.

[@farmaanandaa]

So nice to hear that!

[@WalterKaan]

This is the first time I really understand the difference between cement and slaked lime. Thank you so much!

[@farmaanandaa]

Am glad!

[@BhushanDhargalkar]

In Goa houses were built using lime & other binding materials.

[@farmaanandaa]

Yes, those houses are lovely!

[@ThomasCoryate]

Thank you for that explanation, I finally understand the difference!

[@farmaanandaa]

Happy to help!

[@thatojessica888]

Brilliant content! Thank you for sharing

[@farmaanandaa]

Glad you are finding it useful

[@shamimara5308]

Hi Manisha I have been following you from Africa and love your inspiring videos have got a beautiful peace of land and would love to build a home with natural materials their are so abundant here

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you and good luck!

[@limarosalind665]

Thank you Manisha for this educative video. I am building my Farm Land in Karjat, Taluka, Maharashtra. I am using, a combination of Basaltic Rock, available in my area + Soil+ Lime to build my boundary wall. Iam convinced, I want a sustainable House, so its gonna be rammed Earth.

[@sakshi7146]

Hello i stay in Pune. Can you share from Where i can source lime putty or hydrated lime?

[@cartoonqueen]

I want to build my home with basalt (no metal) some low fired bricks and I thought “aircrete/ concrete “ but now I realize i should use lime instead. I hope there are ways to do this, thank you!

[@jorgesifuentes4626]

I'm a full fan of Miss Malvika a great knowledgeable person. Greetings

[@farmaanandaa]

She is awesome!

[@kashaanmahmood5311]

Thank you so much. This was the information I wanted ! May Allah bless you in both worlds and pardon you and help you.

[@farmaanandaa]

So nice of you

[@melhorian8488]

Brilliant content thank you lady for very informed episode.

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you, and welcome!

[@sourabhkukreti-x7s]

in the history of millions of years.............Lime might have never thought of this........that some day sophisticated ladies would be discussing about him

[@farmaanandaa]

Hehehe, even the ladies had not thought that a day would come when we would be discussing lime!

[@faisalmir9300]

God bless you guys for contributing in saving Mother Nature ❤💪

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you

[@keithowen4698]

Amazing video!

[@farmaanandaa]

Glad you thought so!

[@purnact3741]

Hi, nice to see this, have one question, lime as a binder can be used any type of bricks ? , say natural stones, mud bricks etc etc .

[@farmaanandaa]

Yes that is right. Lime Sand mortar can be used for masonry and plasters.

[@purnact3741]

thank you , pls keep up good work.@@farmaanandaa

[@rajivsingh4721]

Brilliant, have started using lime in roof

[@diptiranimahanty3413]

How you used lime in Roofing

[@farmaanandaa]

We have not used lime in roofing

[@ibrahimalharbi3358]

@@farmaanandaa Why? Do you encourage me to do so? Some put water of rice, with lime and cement, in Yemen

[@farmaanandaa]

Do some experiments and see

[@ToshiSanglir-qx3cn]

Thanks for the info. Anything that promotes sustainability is great.

[@farmaanandaa]

Absolutely

[@sunilm2813]

thanks for the information. If lime and sand mortar is prepared for brick laying what is the curing cycle ? How many hours after construction should the curing start and for how long ?

[@farmaanandaa]

Lime does not need to be cured, because it sets very slowly.

[@abinari]

love this informative and informal video

[@farmaanandaa]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pianist7325]

Hello! We have an old house that in which the brickwork and plaster was done with lime+ some other materials. Now that walls are strong but in rainy season, the water seeps through the walls. So when building a new house, how to use lime to make it stronger against elements? Can we mix lime with normal cement for brickwork and plaster? And, how to do lime putty?

[@farmaanandaa]

You should consult a local artisan about how to make lime plaster and brickwork waterproof. There must be cracks in the old mortar that are allowing water to seep through.

[@vinayakchavan8094]

Thanks ma'am, very useful. Motivated!

[@farmaanandaa]

Glad to hear that

[@EImpact-zt9rg]

The longevity is undoubtable but please also speak in price expectations (per sqft for initial build) for the affordable housing crisis and not just the sustainability crisis.

[@farmaanandaa]

Fair point. But I do think price would be similar if you compare finished product with finished product

[@dr.iqbalmustafa1493]

Thanku malvika , useful information

[@denisesilvaart]

Great explanation! Thanks for making this video. I have 2 questions: 1) Is lime waterproof? Can it be used for external walls that are exposed to the elements? 2) Could we use lime to build a water tank? If not, what would be the best sustainable material for this job?

[@farmaanandaa]

Ah, such pertinent questions! Look out for the next video Lime in Civil Work which will premier on Thursday

[@farmaanandaa]

Some lime surface finishes are waterproof and we will talk about that in Surface Finish episodes coming up next week

[@farmaanandaa]

You can definitely make a water tank in lime. But you will have to wait for about a year before you can start to use it as it will take that much time to set completely

[@denisesilvaart]

@@farmaanandaa Thank you 💖 I am looking forward to learning more from you.

[@pradyumnahegde5091]

premier abhi shuru nahi hua hey!!

[@Smokeythewelder]

Where are you at? Do you get the freeze thaw cycle?

[@farmaanandaa]

No, we are in the sub tropics. We do not get freezing temperatures here.

[@PenelopeErik-i5h]

Hello, what is the base of the floor that lime can be applied?

[@farmaanandaa]

Lime and sand mix - that creates a levelling plaster.

[@PenelopeErik-i5h]

@ thank you!!!

[@_.-._SHAAN_.-._]

How would you prevent degradation or erosion of limestone?

[@farmaanandaa]

Am not sure what you mean.

[@_.-._SHAAN_.-._]

@@farmaanandaa limestone is softer material and is not much durable, compared to cement it can erode very easily over time. I think you guys being professional must be knowing it, so my question is what you guys do it to prevent that?

[@tangokaleidos1926]

@@_.-._SHAAN_.-._ lime mortar and plaster/render is softer and not as strong as cement, but that is misleading. It is actually because cement is stronger meaning more rigid that it cracks when there is slight movement in the building, especially so for old buildings. Your mortar and plaster render should always be softer than the bricks or material it is binding to. This preserves bricks and other materials as cement is too rigid so when it moves it breaks or cracks the bricks. Stonger is not always better. Lime is more durable in the sense that it is breathable and flexible giving much greater longevity than cement. Think about all the ancient buildings around the world that were built with lime. Now look at the modern concrete buildings, floors and driveways. The concrete ones all crack very soon after being made. They cannot stand for hundreds or thousands of years. However many were mixed with natural pozzolans (fly ash, volcanic ash, GGBS, Metakaolin clay, Silica fume, red brick dust, rice hull ash, wheat straw ash, etc) which produce a stronger lime if it is needed for heavy structural support. There is a lot of info about it online which can articulate it better than I can. I hope this helps.

[@MidhunKrishna-ez8lf]

What about strength compared to cement concrete. Is lime only used for plastering walls?.

[@mohankrishnan5272]

Good information. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@farmaanandaa]

My pleasure

[@AnakiteOG]

Excellent presentation! I hope you can clear up a point of confusion for me. I'm living on the east coast of the US . I can go to the construction material store and pick up a bag of hydrated lime ( ready to use lime binder). Is that not something you can do in your location? Or is there a quality issue with what is available?

[@farmaanandaa]

Construction quality hydrated lime is not easily or commonly available in India at a store. In fact that is exactly what Malvika and her company MLIME are solving for! They are now selling packaged Fat Lime, ready to use for construction.

[@AnakiteOG]

@farmaanandaa Aha, thank you for clarifying that for me. Best wishes to Malvika in her endeavors 🎉

[@GriffenNaif]

@@farmaanandaa thanks for your content! what other names does fat lime go by?

[@InkHarmony]

Very interesting 🌟

[@farmaanandaa]

Glad you think so!

[@dubailomiteluguabbai3971]

can u make one video about pure lime making process it's usefull for us

[@farmaanandaa]

Sorry, not sure I understand what you are asking for

[@ebrahimhajiameen5817]

Superb

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@molnargabor8689]

Hello! What type of lime did you used in construction of your building foundation?

[@farmaanandaa]

Slaked lime

[@Jimbleee]

@@farmaanandaa Hi, could you please help me where you shopped lime or any online link would be help. I am a new bee and want to try out myself with sample walls. Thankyou!!

[@farmaanandaa]

@Jimbleee check mlimebuild.com

[@maanojsurve1371]

Is it available in the market easily for use as plaster or mortar?

[@farmaanandaa]

Yes of course. You can see the details of MLIME in the description

[@AmirSaleemShah]

What is the correct ratio of Rammed wall ( Soil + Lime + Bajri ) ?

[@farmaanandaa]

It depends on the quality of your soil. There is no standard formula.

[@DevotedGamer1]

Can LIME be used in Rammed-Earth buildings, walls e.t.c?

[@farmaanandaa]

Yes of course. We have used it in a rammed earth building

[@umeshchauhan366]

@@farmaanandaa which form of lime you used for rammed earth. I doubt it was quick lime made to slaked lime as rammed earth mixtures would have little moisture in it and slaked lime would be difficult to mix in it? Or you used slaked dried lime (which we call hydrated lime powder).

[@farmaanandaa]

We used slaked lime itself. The lime is used in small quantities and the moisture present is adequate for the earth mix

[@GriffenNaif]

@@farmaanandaa Awesome Content!! Please make a video of the Lime Earth Block CEB process and what you do to make it water resistant if you do

[@satyakithorat3545]

Does lime plaster binds on cob walls

[@farmaanandaa]

If the wall surface it rough, the plaster should stick. Else can put a mesh on the wall to help the plaster to stick.

[@sudeshjain8284]

Natural Moisture Regulation: Unlike cement, lime has the ability to absorb and release moisture, helping to regulate indoor humidity levels. Cement tends to be more impermeable, which can lead to moisture buildup and potential issues with mold and mildew growth. Improved Indoor Air Quality: Lime-based materials are breathable, allowing for better air circulation and exchange. Cement, being less permeable, may trap indoor air pollutants and allergens, potentially leading to poorer indoor air quality. Non-Toxic and Eco-Friendly: While both lime and cement are natural materials, lime is typically considered safer and more eco-friendly due to its lower environmental impact during production and its non-toxic properties. Cement production, on the other hand, can involve the emission of carbon dioxide and other pollutants. Thermal Comfort: Lime-based materials offer natural insulation properties, helping to regulate indoor temperatures and reduce the need for artificial heating or cooling. Cement, while providing structural stability, may not offer the same level of thermal comfort due to its lower insulating properties. Antibacterial Properties: Lime has inherent antimicrobial properties, which can help inhibit the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms on surfaces. Cement does not possess the same antibacterial properties, which may make lime-based materials more suitable for areas where cleanliness and hygiene are important. These factors highlight some of the unique health benefits associated with lime-based materials compared to cement.

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you for sharing all this knowledge with the community and us!

[@infinixultra]

so informative

[@farmaanandaa]

Glad you think so!

[@sourabhkukreti-x7s]

lime.....cement.....mortar.......sophistication.......glamour all together

[@farmaanandaa]

Ha ha ha

[@AmirSaleemShah]

Did you heat lime stone at 800 degree. To make quick lime. Then you add water to slaked it ? ( Or Just we purchased Lime in shape of stone from market and add water ? )

[@farmaanandaa]

We bought quick lime or slaked lime

[@AmirSaleemShah]

@@farmaanandaa thanks

[@marks6663]

Two questions: Is it not true that cement also hardens with exposure to CO2? Is it not true that Natural Hydraulic Lime, NHL, hardens initially with water, like cement?

[@farmaanandaa]

Both are true. Do watch the video on cement vs lime for this

[@ac.bhartiya]

Can we make multistorey buildings using lime???

[@farmaanandaa]

Lime is just a binder like cement. You can use it to make anything! All old multistorey havelis in Rajasthan are made of lime

[@EmotionalCat0_0]

How do lime plastered rammed earth walls stand against rain over a period of time? Won't they get washed away, after years of construction?

[@farmaanandaa]

We have only plastered the walls on the inside. Outdoors the rammed earth walls remain exposed to rain and they don't get washed away

[@motishing4904]

Good information dede

[@farmaanandaa]

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[@simonwoo5450]

What do you use for the foundation?

[@farmaanandaa]

Stone and lime mortar

[@mogilipakarohith3920]

Do you build houses for people?

[@farmaanandaa]

No we don't do that!

[@abdulwahabmughal2467]

What is setting time of lime binder

[@farmaanandaa]

A few days.

[@akashbenzamin2726]

Thnx to u , taking initiative plzzz also make vedio in hindi too ✨✨

[@farmaanandaa]

Will try

[@jojowowo628]

Hello mam, i have a question, I want to start a hotel using such a construction, do you think it would be safe, also will it be cooler without the use of air conditioning, please share your feedback, also whom should I contact if i do want to go ahead with this project?

[@farmaanandaa]

Thats a lovely idea. Yes it will be safe and cool both. Why don't you contact the architect whose details are shared in the description?

[@jojowowo628]

@@farmaanandaa Okay thank you so much for the reply mam 🙏🙏

[@dalehodgins2138]

This contains useful information and errors. Whenever the lady says cement, I assume she means Portland cement. Lime can also be used to produce cement . Portland cement is about 65% lime. Portland doesn't get weaker after day 28. That's the preferred cure time before you put weight on a slab or put a lot of weight on pillars. About 35 years is generally considered when Portland cement has reached its maximum strength, in dry conditions. I intend to use self-produced calcium hydroxide samantha, also known as slaked lime, for the majority of my building, since my place is on limestone and we have a very tall persistent grass, which can be used the fire the kiln. I will use mostly Portland cement additional pozzolanic materials for footings and pillars. I expect that the majority of our infill will be a mixture of rice husk and coconut coir, with lime binder. We will probably use a wattle and daub framework. I will watch other videos in this series and I'm sure there's something to be learned.

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you for sharing your feedback and knowledge. Yes 'cement' is portland cement. Your project sounds wonderful. I hope you do plan to document it and share this experience with others. All the best!

[@usharaju1326]

I am planning to build sustainable house in hosur TN but unable to find any builder. Would you be knowing anyone who builds that kind of house here

[@farmaanandaa]

Pls check in Auroville. There are a lot of talented earth builders there

[@Sacinandandas]

Or how can I check that you replied or already seen my request?

[@farmaanandaa]

Which request?

[@rb8049]

It depends upon the materials and environment as to which is best. Contact local experts before moving ahead. Choosing the wrong materials can be an expensive mistake.

[@farmaanandaa]

Sure

[@Arun43647]

3:21 what is that noise? 🤔

[@farmaanandaa]

The husband (also my cameraman) must have dropped something. I've learnt to keep a straight face through all his antics! 😁😁

[@Arun43647]

@@farmaanandaa 😂

[@yusuffali1324]

மிகவும் பயனுள்ள தகவல்கள் நன்றி

[@farmaanandaa]

Most welcome!

[@rolfpoelman3486]

Because we all now use cement and almost no lime, I presumed cement is a lot stronger and more durable. Why are skyscrapers not built with lime instead of cement concrete?

[@farmaanandaa]

Cement is quicker to set, so you can build one floor above the other quickly. It does not last as long as lime does.

[@Sacinandandas]

Hi mam I wrote you once and asked to build smthing eco friendly on my 280 sq meter land in Vrindavan Uttar Pradesh

[@farmaanandaa]

You can email us on [e-mail]

[@psa896]

❤❤❤

[@syahrulsenin2654]

As a structural engineer. , I am not fully agree that concrete strength especially compressive strength will be weakned by day 29. This is not correct at all. Concrete will still.gaining its compressive strength up to 1 year or more, but the rate of increase will be a bit smaller than the first 28 days.

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you for sharing

[@GuneetaBindra]

I am from mumbai have a land in karjat want to make a farm house can I come and see your annada farm

[@farmaanandaa]

You can book a farm stay or tour on www.aanandaa.com

[@ebrahimhajiameen5817]

Supeb

[@farmaanandaa]

Thank you!

[@hemantgupta7236]

if your contnt might more effective if it would be in Hindi, it might possibel that you only target urben clients but more and more people could use this in villages. so translate in hindi as well.

[@kavithareddy1891]

Not responding to my calls

[@farmaanandaa]

Kindly email on [e-mail]. we are not available at all times or obligated to take calls.

[@kavithareddy1891]

I called many times,each and every time I can't send mails,all times not responding calls simply don't tell to send mail

[@findingfacts7841]

Lime is costly end of discussion

[@farmaanandaa]

There are enough people who can afford to spend money on lime. So we will continue this discussion. Thank you

[@Traderjoe]

Lime breaks down very fast compared to Portland cement. While this may appeal to people who think about it decomposing, I want what I make with it to last longer than me. Lime lasts a few years or a decade. Portland cement lasts many decades.

[@farmaanandaa]

You must visit India sometime to see structures which are centuries old, built in lime and still standing strong!

[@ab71640]

Cement breaks down.

[@RakeshShukla1]

Cement with aggregates that was referred by the younger lady is called concrete, who ends it by saying it's strongest at 28days and has a life of 30yrs 😮😂 A little bit science is a good thing 🤭🤭🤭

[@farmaanandaa]

Why don't you share the science for everybody's benefit.

[@RakeshShukla1]

@@farmaanandaa fyi there are people you know personally who know the science I know, but that said: - a concrete wall will easily last 100+ yrs. - an RCC building foundation or cast will last a 1000yrs. - concrete erodes very slowly and is easily protected - unlike in the video if it's just on the surface that you want to repair as in plaster it is easy to replaster - concrete can last 2000yrs or more like made with volcanic ash as the Romans did because of the creation of aluminium tobermorite. Limestone is great for sustainability etc but let's not confuse the issue. For more science feel free to ping me 🫡

[@govind1175]

Good morning mdam, thanks for ur videos which I liked, I want to build a sustainable small house in village in kolkata , but I donot have support, Kindly help me by giving ur phone no , professionally I am a engineer, thanks

[@farmaanandaa]

Hello, we are not architects or builders. You can contact the relevant people whose details are given in the description of the video.

[@sanankhan2960]

Pesa hitu keya koch nahi ho ta hia

[@rustyhands8179]

indians telling the west how to mix lime ha ha ha ha ha ha

[@farmaanandaa]

Not at all. We are only telling other Indians.

[@RR-og3xi]

Today's lady can't say anything without over act there's always weird face expressions.

[@farmaanandaa]

Not sure what you are referring to, but hope you found the content meaningful

[@farmaanandaa]

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