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Home / About Saint Astier® NHL / What Makes NHL “Green”?

What Makes NHL “Green”?

  • The amount of energy used at the production stage is one-quarter of what is needed to produce cement. Consequently, the release of CO2 into the atmosphere is reduced considerably. Furthermore, NHL reabsorbs most of the CO2 during the curing process, while cement reabsorbs none.
  • St Astier products have received the LABELVERT EXCELL or “Green Label” in France. This label guarantees the total absence of contaminants and any risk of pollution. It also authorizes the use of this product in chemically sensitive areas such as living spaces, wine cellars, etc. The total absence of aromatic or polycyclic elements in NHL are proof of its purity.
  • The absence or lower concentration of detrimental chemicals like tri-calcium aluminate, potassium and sodium oxides, (which are ever-present in cement), protect NHL mortars from chemical reactions such as sulfate or alkali attacks.
  • The total absence of Chromium VI, eliminates the risk of skin cancer associated with clinker cement.
  • Material used in construction with NHL may be reused or recycled. In addition, the NHL mortar itself may be recycled in a number of ways, such as an aggregate for new lime mortars, fertilizer, (NHL is calcium carbonate), or it can be used for water purification or hazardous waste treatment.
  • Breathability, elasticity, plasticity, gradual development of strength, low shrinkage, longevity, CO2 absorption, self-healing, are all highly desirable. These traits, along with sustainability and greenness, are only some of the qualities of St. Astier Natural Hydraulic Lime (NHL).
  • The change-of-use of older buildings through adaptation or preservation and restoration maximizes the need for the environmental recovery of materials. It is essential to ensure the long-term survival of these structures with compatible materials. Some buildings have been in use for centuries; there is no logical reason that this cannot continue. Preservation, adaptation and restoration can have significant environmental advantages over new construction. Aside from the environmental impact, there is the aesthetic value in preservation. Natural Hydraulic Limes have a significant part to play in this process.
  • Material longevity is unsurpassed when applied and maintained correctly and its life will span over several generations.

What Makes NHL Green?

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TransMineral, USA was established in 1997 by Michel Couvreux, an architect in France and the U.S. His familiarity with traditional “old world” building techniques and materials have been instrumental in their revitalization in the U.S. along with his stewardship of implanting Saint Astier® Natural Hydraulic Lime in the North American building sector.

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