Limewash Colour Test Bags Testing
The best way to select a limewash colour is Colour Test Bags. They are an ideal solution for testing limewash colours on interior and exterior surfaces. They can be brushed directly onto clean walls.
Use the correct brush
For the best application, we recommend using a natural bristle limewash brush. The bristles are designed specifically to hold and distribute limewash efficiently, helping you achieve a characteristic movement and finish of limewash.
Create a feathered test area
Rather than painting a neat square, feather the edges when you apply your sample. This creates a softer transition and makes the test area easier to cover when you’re ready to paint the wall.
Consider testing on a portable board
Alternatively, paint your sample onto a board that you can move around the room. Moving the board around allows you to see how the colour changes in different lighting conditions, while avoiding visible sample areas showing through your final finish.
For previously painted internal walls
For the most accurate result, apply your colour samples over one coat of LaRosa Colours Prep Coat. Once you’ve chosen your colour, you can apply another full coat of Prep Coat over the sample areas before applying your final limewash colour.
Sampling LaRosa Limewash Colours
How to Sample Limewash on Previously Painted Walls.
FAQs for Sampling LaRosa Limewash Colours
Do I need a Colour Test Bag to choose a limewash colour?
We recommend using a test bag to see how your chosen colour will look in your space. It allows you to test the colour on your actual wall and see how it changes in different lighting. Colours can look different on screens, so a sample gives you a much more accurate idea of the final result. This is especially important with limewash, as its finish and texture can change the way light interacts with the colour.
Colour Cards are a great way to compare colours and narrow down your choices. If you’re unsure between shades, we recommend following this up with a tester. For the most accurate result, apply your sample using a natural bristle Limewash Brush. You can apply your sample directly to a clean wall. Depending on the surface, you may need to apply a LaRosa Colours Prep Coat first.
Tip: Create a feathered sample
Instead of painting a neat square, create a soft, feathered sample area. This makes it easier to blend into the wall when you’re ready to paint.
You can also paint your sample onto a portable board and move it around the room to see how the colour looks in different lighting. This is particularly useful for breathable surfaces such as render, lime plaster and unpainted brick.
Should I use a Colour Test Bag or a Colour Card to choose a colour?
Choose Colour Test Bags if you want to:
- see how the colour will look on your actual surface
- choose between two very similar shades
- see how the colour looks in different lighting
- get a more accurate idea of how much paint you’ll need
- match the colour to another item in your space
- use a small amount of colour for murals or designs
- experiment and have fun with colour
Choose Colour Cards if you want to:
- compare several colours and narrow down your choices
- mix and match colours with your space
- see how colours work alongside your furnishings
- share colour options with partners or clients
- create mood boards
- keep a reference of your favourite colours
Should I test my LaRosa limewash paint over the Prep Coat?
For the best results going over top of previously painted or primed walls, we recommend applying your limewash samples over a coat of LaRosa Colours Prep Coat. When you’re ready to paint your wall, you can apply another full coat of Prep Coat over the sample areas before applying your chosen limewash colour. This advice applies when Prep Coat is part of your final wall preparation. Check our Surface Guides to make sure you’re following the correct preparation steps for your wall.
How much paint is in a Limewash test bag?
LaRosa Limewash Testers let you try your chosen colours in your own space before committing to a full size.
Each 140g tester makes approximately 350ml when mixed with water, giving you a true feel for the colour, texture and natural movement of the limewash.
Coverage: Approximately 1–1.5 m² per tester, depending on the surface.
Do I need to use a limewash brush to test colours?
Yes. We recommend using a limewash brush when testing colours to get the most accurate representation of the final finish.
LaRosa Limewash Testers use the same limewash paint as our larger sizes, so testing with the correct brush will give you a better idea of the colour, texture and natural movement.