BibTeX:

@article{IJIRSTV2I12147,
     title={A Review on Modified Lime based mortars - an Alternative to Cement Mortar},
     author={RAMAMURTHI DS and SOPHIA M},
     journal={International Journal for Innovative Research in Science & Technology},
     volume={2},
     number={12},
     pages={350--356},
     year={},
     url={http://www.ijirst.org/articles/IJIRSTV2I12147.pdf},
     publisher={IJIRST (International Journal for Innovative Research in Science & Technology)},
}

The use of lime mortars in building material has been increasingly studied due to their low negative impacts on the environment and higher availability on the earth. The use of natural and other forms of fibres have been extensively used as reinforcements of the lime mortar several thousand years ago with the objective of increasing their mechanical performance. Though the introduction of Portland cements have mitigated the use of lime mortars due to their high workability and compressive strength, the application of lime mortar in construction has gained momentum in recent years due to their versatility and eco-friendly nature. Several studies have been done on the usage of fibres as reinforcements to the lime mortars to enhance their performance especially their post cracking behavior. This literature review is mainly on the prominent research works done on the lime based synthetic and natural. This review is a summary of the efforts made to highlight the extensive research works done on lime mortar and thus proves to be an effective tool for promoting further research on these sustainable building materials which orients the building industry to contribute towards the sustainable future.

Lime based mortar, cement mortar, properties, natural fibre, synthetic fibre, admixtures