Lime is a truly versatile material widely used in the construction of buildings. It can be utilized in masonry applications as a component of mortar or of the masonry unit. Exterior and interior plaster systems can also contain lime. Finally, decorative finishes can be created with lime washes.
Hydrated lime can be used as an additive to hot mix asphalt used for road surfacing. The addition of lime increases the resistance of the asphalt to water stripping, allowing it to maintain strength and provide good resistance to heavy stress i.e. for road surfaces prone to regular traffic or congestion.