Lime Mortar Workshop

Date TBD

Enrollment Fee: $425.00 (includes all materials and instruction)

*Can be paid in two installments*

Learn the essentials of repointing historic lime mortar masonry, as well as resurfacing and repair with Lithomex for deteriorating brick and stone. 

Hudson Valley House Parts’ (HVHP) Lime Mortar Restoration Workshop will be taught by Reggie Young, the owner of HVHP and masonry consultant. 

This two-day workshop introduces the basic principles and work practices needed to repoint vintage brick and/or stone structures using breathable lime mortar, as well as basic techniques to achieve convincing and durable surface repairs for vintage masonry. 

Through lecture, demonstration, and hands-on exercises, you will learn: 

-properties of natural hydraulic lime mortars

-tips for selecting and mixing lime mortars

-how to match mortars

-how to clean, fill, repoint, and tool mortar joints 

-tools and materials

-how to identify properties of Lithomex and prep substrate for repair

-how to mix, apply and blend Lithomex to surface masonry

Under guidance, participants will learn and practice skills on an historic structure undergoing restoration in Newburgh. Prior masonry experience is helpful but not required.

This workshop will take place in the City of Newburgh, NY. Class size is a minimum of 6 and maximum of 12 participants. A light breakfast and lunch will be provided; you are welcome to bring your own coffee/tea/beverages.

The workshop fee is $425 including all materials and equipment. You can pay through this website. To pay a 50% deposit, please email [email protected] to arrange; the remaining balance is due before class start date. Your enrollment fee will be refundable up to 14 days prior to the beginning of the workshop. 

There are several wonderful restaurants and options for an overnight stay. We will send a list of suggestions upon your enrollment.

Hudson Valley House Parts, 159 Broadway, Newburgh NY 12550. 

Workshop inquiries? Email [email protected].