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Limewash

Cloudy, chalky depth that feels calm and lived in.

What it is

The finish, explained.

Limewash is a traditional lime paint with a softly mottled, velvety matte look. It breathes, it ages beautifully, and on curved arches and hallways it gives a depth that flat paint never will.

Natural mineral pigments
Breathable, mould resistant
Interior and exterior
Pairs with textured plaster on a feature wall

Where it suits

Curved arches and niches
Hallways and landings
Bedrooms and nurseries
Exterior arches and garden walls

Typical timing

3 to 4 days

for a feature wall, depending on size and texture. Ceilings and whole rooms take longer and we say so upfront.

In real rooms

Limewash on the wall.

All the work

Limewash arch and media wall: Cloudy, softly mottled limewash with a velvety matte texture that shifts with the light. — *Limewash***Limewash arch and media wall**Cloudy, softly mottled limewash with a velvety matte texture that shifts with the light.

Hallway arches: Inter-chino pitted media wall with a limewash reflection on the walls and cloudy edges. — *Limewash***Hallway arches**Inter-chino pitted media wall with a limewash reflection on the walls and cloudy edges.

Questions

Before you book.

How much does a venetian plaster wall cost?

Every wall is priced on its size, the finish and the detail in the design, so there is no flat rate. Send a photo of the wall with rough measurements and you will usually get an estimate the same day, without a visit.

How long does a wall take?

Most feature walls take three to four days depending on the size and the finish, because the plaster goes on in layers and each one needs to cure before the next. Bigger rooms, ceilings and commercial jobs take longer and we tell you upfront.

Can you match a colour or a picture I have seen?

Yes. Most projects start from a photo the client found or a colour already in the room. Finishes are mixed to order and there are hundreds of colours, so the design is made for your space, not pulled off a shelf.

Does venetian plaster mark or chip?

Once sealed it is tougher than paint and wipes clean. Polished and microcement finishes are the hardest wearing. We tell you how to look after each finish before we leave.

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