OUR EXPERIENCE
Lancaster Lime Works is a collaborative effort of the top experts in the historic masonry preservation field. Founded in 2013, we offer results of 40 years of lab and field research into the lime mortar field. Lancaster Lime Works dedicates itself to helping our customers understand the proper materials and techniques for their masonry needs. . Our experience in the construction of old buildings makes us more than a sales force selling lime mortar. With a thorough understanding of our products we provide you with the right product for your unique project!
OUR MORTAR
Our Natural Lime Products are from High-Calcium Lime Putty.
Lancaster Lime Works is committed to saving old buildings one brick at a time, and it starts with the proper mortar. Poor maintenance and incorrect materials often result in the loss of historic structures. Using cheap incompatible Portland mortar in buildings built with lime mortar will cause them to prematurely decay.
Did you know Lime Mortar dissolves when it stays wet or damp? Portland mortar, commonly in use today, traps moisture in the wall and destroys our beloved buildings.
After decades of historic restoration and research, we’ve developed a Lime Mortar which won’t destroy historic brick or stone. Our lime mortar (which is closest to the original historic mortar) provides a long lasting, breathable, and flexible solution.
We offer solutions for present day needs in masonry preservation and building restoration. We are available to homeowners, tradesman, architects, and engineers. Lancaster Lime Works has the answers for tough masonry questions, from cleaning, to custom mortar matches. Our products range from NHL's to Natural Lime Putty Mortars and Plasters, to high end specialty Venetian plasters. Our relationship with Secil Lime, located in Portugal, with centuries old buildings, brings European knowledge right here to the U.S.A. Please ask any questions about us!
MEET THE TEAM
Founder
Jon Owens
Jon owned a historic preservation construction firm for 33 years specializing in historic masonry, slate and tile roofing, and mill work. His portfolio consisted of residential and commercial projects.
His projects were:
- the Cunningham House (1796) Gettysburg, PA
- Christ Lutheran Church (1835) Gettysburg, PA
- The Blair House Washington, D.C.
- The Potomac Annex Washington D.C.
- and many many others.
He knows the products to repair historic buildings and also how to install them.
His passion is the preservation of historic structures and renewable, sustainable, heathy building materials. His commitment is to 100% natural products, and unmatched customer service. He can help with the repair of the most challenging historic buildings.
Operations
Kari Eshleman
Kari oversees the day to day operations at Lancaster Lime Works. She handles the orders, inventory, and accounting. She is who you'll talk to when you're looking for the least expensive shipping options, estimates, and some project advice. Feel free to text, call or email her for pallet quantities in the links below.
In her free time, she enjoys historic architecture, classic literature, a good movie sound track, jazz, sewing, and a relaxing outdoor dinner.
Warehouse
Jeremiah Owens
Jeremiah is a responsible, hardworking, and conscientious team member at Lancaster Lime Works. He's always ready to lend a helping hand where ever he is needed. He is who you will meet to load up your vehicle!
In his free time he enjoys video gaming, sleeping, and relaxing.