Basement Walls (stone)

mikecrisco

I would like to know some opinions on the right mix for stone walls...I use 20 shovels of sand 1 bag of portland cement and 1/4 bag of lime to parg the walls...does this sound like a good mix, and if not could you let me know what you use...
thank you

osborn

Do you parge your walls on the inside?

eekie34

If it is interior walls typically we use a 4:1:1 ratio, just like a stucco mixture. If you are simply parging, do it in lifts if it is thick, or it will crack out. A bonding agent is always helpful. I do not parge anymore, I rewire and stucco. Better, long lasting job