Limewash is the traditional product used to finish limework internally and externally. It has a beautiful matt finish and an attractive, slightly patchy aesthetic (that changes colour when wet/damp) that no modern paint can replicate.

The adhesion of limewash relies on suction from the surface to which it is applied, it sticks well to lime plasters and renders, stone brick and similar porous materials; for a successful finish that will last, it needs to be applied following these simple instructions shown here on our ‘how-to’ video :