scope:

This Prestandard applies to building limes used as binders predominantly in mortar for masonry as well as for rendering and plastering and to limes for soil stabilisation. It gives a general definition of the different types of building limes and their classification. It also give requirements for their chemical, mechanical and physical properties which depend on the type of building lime and specifies the manufacturer's autocontrol procedures to ensure conformity. Terms of delivery or other contractual conditions are outside the scope of this Prestandard.