About Breathable Building

What we do

Breathable Building publishes plain-English research on breathable construction materials for UK heritage and solid-wall properties. We cover lime mortar, lime render, breathable plaster, lime wash, and compatible insulation.

Every factual claim is cited to a primary source (gov.uk, Historic England, BRE, peer-reviewed research, British Standards). We don't rely on supplier marketing, anecdotes, or assumptions.

How we research

Articles start with keyword research to understand what people actually search for. We then gather primary sources (government guidance, academic papers, trade standards, field studies) and summarise the evidence in plain English.

We focus on informational content, not promotion. We don't accept paid placements in articles, affiliate links to specific suppliers, or sponsored content. We're funded independently.

Editorial disclosure

Articles on Breathable Building are AI-researched and human-reviewed. We cite primary sources for every factual claim. We don't accept paid placements in articles or affiliate links to specific suppliers.

Human review ensures accuracy, readability, and correct citation. We update articles when new research or guidance is published (particularly after changes to Building Regulations, British Standards, or Historic England technical advice).

Who this is for

Breathable Building is for UK property owners, architects, builders, and heritage professionals researching breathable construction. If you're working on a pre-1919 solid-wall property, a listed building, or any lime-built structure, this site gathers the research you'd otherwise spend hours finding across gov.uk, Historic England, SPAB, and academic journals.

Contact

For corrections, missing citations, or questions: [email protected]