Romanit natural lime paint and wash - frequently asked questions

Coverage will vary depending on the porosity and texture of the surface you are painting.  Average coverage rate is 275--325 square feet per gallon per coat.  Remember two coats are recommended to achieve an old world appearance and to provide adequate protection outdoors.  Romanit is available in quarts, gallons, 2-gallons and 4 gallon pails.

Romanit is most often applied with a large brush.  Brushing Romanit helps achieve the soft, mottled appearance especially when it is applied in a random, crisscrossing technique.  The various brush strokes will result in “tonal” variations and help to refract light in various ways enhancing the texture of the lime wash.  See more about application here.

2 coats of Romanit should be applied in overlapping and random brush strokes.  It is important to keep a wet edge while working to avoid “lap” lines.  And, always cut in as you go several feet ahead of your painting progress.  If you cut in an entire room, you may see a “lap” line in this area.

Romanit should be allowed to dry for about 12 hours, or overnight, at normal drying temperatures and humidity before a second coat is applied.   High humidity and low temperatures will extend the drying time.  Never apply below 41 or above 90 degrees, if rain is eminent or if humidity is excessive.

Previously painted surfaces:  Romanit must be applied to a “porous” surface.  Previously painted surfaces are not porous and must be primed prior to application of Romanit.  For interior applications, prime surfaces with Innotop High Hiding Wall and Ceiling Paint.  For exterior surfaces, prime with Contact-Plus Bonding and Filling Primer, then proceed with two coats of Romanit.