Restoring, Not Just Covering Up
Genuine restoration means understanding what is beneath the surface - original lime plaster, old distemper paint, or decades of incompatible modern coatings - before choosing how to proceed. We assess each wall individually rather than applying a one-size-fits-all modern paint system to a period surface.
Working With Period Materials
Breathable, lime-based products are often essential on older walls to avoid trapping moisture behind modern vinyl paints, a lesson learned across our work on Grade II listed buildings. Once restored, the wall typically needs standard surface preparation before its final decorative finish.
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Can modern paint be used on old lime plaster walls?
Not usually - lime plaster needs breathable paints and limewash rather than standard vinyl emulsion, which can trap moisture and cause damage.
Do you need permission to restore walls in a listed building?
Internal redecoration in like-for-like materials usually does not need consent, but structural repair or changes to historic fabric may - we can advise.
How do you treat walls with several layers of old paint?
We assess the layers and choose an appropriate removal or preparation method that will not damage the original plaster underneath.
