Understanding Surfaces

Choose the material, condition, or location of the surface you're limewashing for detailed preparation and application instructions, along with frequently asked questions.

Render

Render is ideal for limewash, as it stays breathable and is protected by the natural properties of the paint

Brick + Block Work

Enhance the natural texture and character of interior and exterior brick surfaces with limewash paint

Plaster

A smooth wall finish used in many homes and projects all over the world

Drywall + Plasterboard

These standard wall and ceiling panels offer a smooth surface for easy application with the right preparation

Mixed + Repaired Surfaces

Embrace the variation across different materials, or utilise preparation methods to achieve a more uniform finish

Already Painted With Other Paint

Using Bauwerk Prep Coat, you can limewash surfaces that have previously been painted with conventional paint

Drywall + Plasterboard

These standard wall and ceiling panels offer a smooth surface for easy application with the right preparation

Concrete + Concrete Bricks

Limewash paint is suitable for all new or previously unpainted absorbent concrete surfaces

Stone

Raw stone absorbs limewash paint perfectly, creating a breathable and naturally protected surface

Floors

These standard wall and ceiling panels offer a smooth surface for easy application with the right preparation

Wood, Plywood + MDF

Raw stone absorbs limewash paint perfectly, creating a breathable and naturally protected surface

Fabric

Paint calico, linen and other fabrics with limewash for artwork and photographic backdrops

Wallpaper

Limewash is suitable over wallpapered walls with the right kind of preparation

Terracotta

Limewashing garden pots and planters is an easy way to add colour while maintaining healthy plants

Metal

Metal is not a recommended surface for limewashing

Garden Walls

There are natural benefits to using limewash on exterior walls to create beautiful and healthy environments

Bathrooms

Everything you need to know when limewashing your bathroom

Kitchens

Everything you need to know when limewashing your kitchen