A wall damaged by leaking water


A wall exposed to rain will make the building collapse fast


Collapsed building


Damage caused by cement on lime stone walls a common problem in Stone Town


Detoriation of wall


Discussion about detoriated wall


Example of repair with cement, it will just make the situation worse in a while


Good example of repair of exterior wall


Heavy concrete blocks on limestone walls will weaken the structure leading to cracks and collaps of the building


Heritage lost for ever, a collapsed house in Malindi


Lack of maintenance of gutter pipes causes damage on the walls


Proper maintenance and the buildings will last for hundreds of years to come


Remains of a wall showing the use of lime stones



Simple limewash is the best treatment for all limestone walls in Stone Town