BEAL CALCE

Lime has always inspired builders and craftsmen around the world. A living, breathing, and durable material, it has evolved alongside technological advances while remaining true to its natural qualities: permeability to water vapor, humidity regulation, and compatibility with mineral substrates.

Lime is not just a binder: it is a working philosophy. It symbolizes the alliance between tradition and innovation, between authenticity and technical performance.

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Lime, a binder that has proven itself over thousands of years

True to this heritage, BEAL International has developed, in partnership with Italy, a complete range of natural lime-based solutions called BEALCALCE, suitable for every stage of construction, from the initial bonding to the finest finishing touches, including insulation and masonry.

Each product is carefully formulated to ensure the consistency of the system, the durability of the structure, and respect for the building.

The benefits of lime

Permeable

Lime is a material whose greatest advantage is its water vapour permeability, which far exceeds that of any other binder. Lime greatly reduces moisture and condensation problems in old and new buildings, making it a great asset in renovation projects. Its ability to absorb moisture generally results in stable humidity levels.

Economic

Lime is a resistant material that suffers less long-term damage than ordinary cement. It is therefore less costly over time because it requires little or no renovation work. Thanks to its permeability and its ability to regulate humidity, it also allows walls to remain dry. The result: better energy performance and energy savings for heating the building.

Long lasting

Lime is a natural and ecological product. Lime-based coatings are “alive” and adapt to their environment. Lime develops a patina over time and its colour changes according to the humidity level. It is a material that ages extremely well from both an aesthetic and functional point of view. Both fireproof and water vapour permeable, lime protects walls and facades from bad weather over the long term.

Versatile

Lime is used in a wide variety of projects and is suitable for many building materials. Thanks to its flexibility and resistance, it is ideal for both old and new buildings. It does not damage other materials with which it is in contact (wood, stone, brick).

Decorative

Lime is pigmentable in the mass and can therefore be colored in an infinite number of shades for indoor and outdoor projects. A variety of renderings are also possible depending on the application.

The natural aerial lime

Specificities

Aerial lime (or “hydrated lime”) is obtained from very pure limestone and is particularly suitable for dry environments. It sets only in the air through carbonation, thanks to the absorption of carbon dioxide (CO₂) present in the atmosphere. It has low resistance in humid environments and is mainly suitable for interior coatings in dry rooms.

Application

Air lime is mainly used for interior finishes and paints. It is particularly well suited to renovating stone or earth walls inside old buildings. Plasters made from this lime are ideal for creating all types of finishes.

Our aerial lime products

We offer pure aerial lime in paste and powder form to make your own mixes. We also offer various ready-to-use products based on aerial lime : paints, fine coatings such as stucco or marmorino and a tadelakt that we have designed, the “Tadbealakt” (without resin, cement or clinkers).

Natural hydraulic lime

Characteristics

Natural hydraulic lime is a genuine building lime. It sets initially within a few hours upon contact with water, then sets a second time through carbonation with CO₂ in the air. It has low resistance in humid environments and is mainly suitable for interior plastering in dry rooms.

Application

Hydraulic lime is mainly used outdoors for masonry work. It is also chosen for interior renovations in damp rooms (bathrooms) and underground walls (basements). It can be applied almost anywhere, even on porous surfaces. It offers high resistance to impact and weathering.

A comprehensive and consistent range

AGGRA — Adhesive layer ensuring perfect cohesion between the substrate and the coating.
CORPUS — Balanced coating, ideal for new construction or heritage restoration work.
MONTE — Flexible and fine finishing coat, offering a lively and breathable texture.
ISOLANTE — Insulating plaster based on lime and lightweight aggregates, for improved thermal comfort.
MORTO MAC — Masonry mortar that is both flexible and compatible with mineral substrates.
MORTO JUN — Jointing mortar for harmonious and durable finishes.
NHL 3.5 & NHL 5 — Pure binders, guaranteeing a healthy mineral base that complies with regulatory requirements.

Areas of application

Choose natural lime and meet the challenge of your renovation projects with an ecological material.

Interiors

Exteriors

A safe bet for renovation projects

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