Moisture management
Suitable lime systems can be more vapour-permeable than many modern cement-based finishes, helping traditional walls manage moisture movement.
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TRADITIONAL MATERIALS · CORNWALL & DEVON
Lime plastering.
Respecting the building.
Traditional lime plastering and sympathetic finishes for older properties, period homes and character buildings across Cornwall and Devon.
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A TRADITIONAL APPROACH
Older buildings need materials that work with them, not against them.
Lime has been used in traditional construction for centuries. When specified and applied appropriately, lime-based plaster and mortar can help older masonry manage moisture while retaining the character and texture that make historic buildings special.
At Enriched Building Services, we're developing our traditional building work through hands-on experience with lime plastering, fine lime finishes and lime pointing. Every building is different, so the existing construction and condition should guide the choice of materials and finish.
WHY LIME?
A finish with a purpose.
And a sense of place.
Compatibility
Traditional materials can be better suited to historic solid-wall construction, where the choice of finish needs careful consideration.
Natural character
Lime finishes bring depth, softness and subtle variation that sit naturally alongside stone, brick, timber and other traditional materials.
Repair and renewal
Where appropriate, lime can be used in repair and refurbishment work to help retain the character and fabric of an older property.
The right specification depends on the building, its exposure, existing materials and moisture conditions. Lime is not automatically the right answer for every wall.
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OUR LIME & HERITAGE WORK
Careful preparation.
Considered finishes.
Good lime work starts well before the finish coat. The substrate, existing coatings, background condition and appropriate preparation all matter. We take a considered approach to the work and the materials selected for each project.
- Lime plastering to suitable traditional backgrounds
- Fine lime finishes and internal wall finishes
- Repairs and making good to existing lime work
- Associated lime pointing and traditional masonry work
WORK IN PRACTICE
Traditional skills.
Real projects.
We'll add selected photographs of completed lime and heritage projects here, showing the process, materials and finished work.
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Fine lime finish detail photographPHOTOGRAPH TO BE ADDED
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LOCAL HERITAGE BUILDING WORK
Lime plastering in Launceston, Cornwall & Devon.
Based in Launceston, Enriched Building Services works across Cornwall and Devon. We welcome enquiries about lime plastering, traditional finishes and sympathetic repair work to older properties.
If you're unsure what your walls need, get in touch and tell us a little about the building and the work you're considering.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Thinking about
lime plastering?
Is lime plaster suitable for every property?
No. Lime is often appropriate for traditional solid-wall buildings, but suitability depends on the construction, condition, exposure and existing materials. The wall should be assessed before choosing a system.
Can lime plaster be applied over modern plaster?
Not without checking the existing background and coatings. Preparation and compatibility are important, and existing gypsum, cement or paint layers may need to be assessed before work begins.
Does lime plaster take longer to dry?
Lime finishes generally need more time and suitable conditions to carbonate and dry than many modern gypsum finishes. Timescales depend on the material, thickness, temperature, ventilation and humidity.
Do you cover areas outside Launceston?
Yes. Enriched Building Services is based in Launceston and undertakes work across Cornwall and Devon. Contact us with your location and project details.
HAVE AN OLDER PROPERTY?
Let's discuss the
right approach.
Whether you're planning a lime finish, repairing existing work or looking after a traditional property, we'd be pleased to hear about your project.
Get in touch