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PROFESSIONAL COURSES

UPSKILL WITH LIME

Gain hands on experience of how to use lime on your clients properties.  We have a range of courses on offer, all of which include theory sessions so you can be confident talking to clients about lime.

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Unlike other lime courses in the UK, ours are predominantly practical. There is no watching demonstrations and 'having a go' if you like. Our aim to ensure that you leave the course with the practical skills and theoretical knowledge to take on lime work.

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If looking for plastering skills, we recommend everyone attend Part 1 (even if you are a time served plasterer) as this is where we teach the bulk of the skills.  You will learn how to choose the correct materials, the theory behind 'breathability' and perhaps most importantly, gain hands on experience of mixing and applying mortar. 

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Our Part 2 and Advanced courses (Hot lime, Insulating Methods, Clay Plastering, Rendering) are the natural progression from the Part 1 plastering course.

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WHAT MAKES OUR COURSES DIFFERENT
  • Our tutor Ben is a Master Plasterer with over 25 years experience of working in the restoration of period properties. In 2023 he was awarded Mentor of the Year at the FIS Training Awards and joined the SPAB Technical committee. His knowledge is up to date and experience is varied.

  • All of our courses, with the exception of the knowledge share sessions, are mostly practical. We believe that you can only understand how to use lime, by actually using it. 

  • Lime Plastering - Part 1
    Lime Plastering - Part 1
    24 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 25 Sept 2024, 16:00
    Forest of Dean - Gloucesteshire, Unit 7, The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    24 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 25 Sept 2024, 16:00
    Forest of Dean - Gloucesteshire, Unit 7, The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    A two day practical lime plastering course for homeowners and anyone looking to understanding why lime should be used on older properties.
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  • Lime Plastering - Part 2
    Lime Plastering - Part 2
    03 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 04 Oct 2024, 16:00
    Forest of Dean - Gloucesteshire, Unit 7, The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0JE, UK
    03 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 04 Oct 2024, 16:00
    Forest of Dean - Gloucesteshire, Unit 7, The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0JE, UK
    Part 2 of our 4 day plastering course.
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  • Lime Plastering - Full Course
    Lime Plastering - Full Course
    08 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 11 Oct 2024, 16:00
    carringtonLIME training Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    08 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 11 Oct 2024, 16:00
    carringtonLIME training Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    An intensive 4 days practical course in which we show you all the stages of lime plastering
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  • Introduction to Lime Pointing - 1 day
    Introduction to Lime Pointing - 1 day
    28 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    Forest of Dean - Gloucesteshire, Unit 7, The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    28 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    Forest of Dean - Gloucesteshire, Unit 7, The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    This practical one day course will give you a solid introduction on how to work with lime building materials. In the practical session you will get to point a wall in lime and experiment with different colours and finishes.
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  • Keim Mineral Paint - In person CPD Session
    Keim Mineral Paint - In person CPD Session
    17 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 12:30
    Mitcheldean, Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    17 Oct 2024, 10:00 – 12:30
    Mitcheldean, Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    Half day CPD session combining theory and a chance to have a play with a range of Keim products.
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  • Plastering Fibre Research Project
    Plastering Fibre Research Project
    05 Nov 2024, 12:30 – 13:30
    Virtual CPD - Zoom
    05 Nov 2024, 12:30 – 13:30
    Virtual CPD - Zoom
    Online CPD session in which we will talk through our Plastering Fibre Research Project, findings to date and next steps.
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  • Level 3 Award Understanding Repair & Maintenance of Traditional Buildings
    Level 3 Award Understanding Repair & Maintenance of Traditional Buildings
    14 Nov 2024, 10:00 – 15 Nov 2024, 16:00
    Mitcheldean, Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    14 Nov 2024, 10:00 – 15 Nov 2024, 16:00
    Mitcheldean, Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    2 day theory only accredited course with written exam
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  • Diathonite -  The Theory
    Diathonite -  The Theory
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    RECORDED SESSION
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    PRE-RECORDED SESSION: A 1 hour CPD looking at how to insulate old buildings while maintaining vapour permeability with a specific focus on Diathonite Insulating Plaster
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  • Diathonite -  Practical Application
    Diathonite -  Practical Application
    RECORDED SESSION
    ZOOM
    RECORDED SESSION: A 1 hour CPD looking at practical application techniques of Diathonite Insulating Plaster.
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  • NVQ Level 3 Heritage Plastering - Solid
    NVQ Level 3 Heritage Plastering - Solid
    Starting 2024
    Mitcheldean, Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    Starting 2024
    Mitcheldean, Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    Worked based training and assessment programme
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  • Level 3 Award - Energy Efficiency Measures for Older & Traditional Buildings
    Level 3 Award - Energy Efficiency Measures for Older & Traditional Buildings
    Starting 2023
    Mitcheldean, Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    Starting 2023
    Mitcheldean, Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    2 day course focusing on energy efficiency in older buildings
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  • Making and Using Hot Lime
    Making and Using Hot Lime
    10 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    Forest of Dean - Gloucestershire, Unit 7, The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0JE, UK
    10 Sept 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    Forest of Dean - Gloucestershire, Unit 7, The Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0JE, UK
    In this one day practical course, students will learn how to prepare and apply hot lime.
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  • Clay Plastering
    Clay Plastering
    27 Aug 2024, 10:00 – 29 Aug 2024, 16:00
    carringtonLIME Training Centre, Unit 7, Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    27 Aug 2024, 10:00 – 29 Aug 2024, 16:00
    carringtonLIME Training Centre, Unit 7, Stenders Business Centre, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    A 3 day practical introduction to clay plastering
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  • Insulating Traditional Homes
    Insulating Traditional Homes
    26 Mar 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    carringtonLIME Training Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE
    26 Mar 2024, 10:00 – 16:00
    carringtonLIME Training Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE
    1 day practical course focusing on insulation methods for solid walled properties.
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  • Advice Session
    Advice Session
    23 Jan 2024, 13:00 – 14:00
    Virtual Event
    23 Jan 2024, 13:00 – 14:00
    Virtual Event
    A chance to ask us anything
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  • Lime Rendering
    Lime Rendering
    29 Jun 2023, 10:00 – 30 Jun 2023, 16:00
    carringtonLIMe Heritage Training Skills , Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    29 Jun 2023, 10:00 – 30 Jun 2023, 16:00
    carringtonLIMe Heritage Training Skills , Business Centre, Unit 7 The Stenders, Mitcheldean GL17 0ZE, UK
    Render options for smaller teams or individuals
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