KEIM LIMEWASH
Interior/exterior natural limewash from europe
KEIM Limewash is a classic, old-world paint finish with hydrated lime as the binder and uses only the finest natural mineral pigments. Limewash is a concentrated lime paint made with pit lime that has matured for at least three years. This finish provides a soft patina and slightly mottled appearance reminiscent of ancient Roman frescoes. It is extremely vapor-permeable and allows masonry walls to breathe naturally. It is entirely natural and has no allergy triggers or negative health implications. On the exterior, it must be routinely re-applied as the lime binder weathers away at a rate based on the severity of the climate. It is ideal for historic restoration of lime plasters and stucco. On the interior, these finishes are suitable for lower-traffic areas where they will not be frequently washed.
Benefits
- Ideal for historic restoration and preservation projects—reversible for up to 1 week
- Lime paint forms with less surface tension than ordinary paints which is important for delicate masonry surfaces
- No primer required—2 coat system on bare masonry
- Excellent moisture vapor diffusion provides an extremely breathable finish
- The lime binder continues to interact with the environment as the coating cures and ages resulting in a unique “patina” finish that cannot be replicated with latex or acrylic finishes
- Limewash uses only pure inorganic mineral fillers, and lightfast inorganic mineral pigments
Use for
- Stucco, Render, Plaster, and Masonry (brick or stone)
- CMU Block
- Fiber Cement Board/Siding (bare)
- Previously Acrylic Painted Surfaces
- New or previously painted Drywall Surfaces
- New Interior Wood
Environmental compliance
Product details
Voc
Zero
Color
Limewash is available in prepackaged and custom colors.
Application
Brush, roll or airless spray
Coverage
150-200 SF/GAL on Brick or stone masonry. See tech data for more information
Packaging
Quart, 1 and 5 Gallon pail
Sheen
Gloss at 85° - 2.0 Mineral Matte Flat