From solid-wall terraces to farmhouses and listed buildings, the older housing stock around Blackburn in Lancashire needs breathable finishes. Our Blackburn lime plastering team applies authentic lime plaster, external lime render and lime pointing to keep North West England heritage buildings dry, stable and original.
Whether it is a stone cottage on the edge of Blackburn, a Victorian terrace near the centre, or a farm building out in Lancashire, each project starts with a survey of the existing substrate so the lime mix, aggregate and coat build-up are correct for that property.
Solid-wall buildings in Blackburn were designed to absorb and release moisture. Lime plaster and lime render keep that cycle working, while cement seals it in. That single difference is the reason so many Lancashire homes suffer damp after modern refurbishment.
We do. Blackburn is one of our core areas and we travel throughout Lancashire and the surrounding parts of North West England for lime plastering, lime render, lime pointing and heritage repair work.
Where damp is caused by trapped moisture in a solid wall — very common in older Blackburn properties — replacing cement or gypsum with lime allows the wall to dry out. We always identify the source of moisture during the survey before recommending work.
Yes, but it must be finished with a breathable product such as limewash, clay paint or a mineral silicate paint. We advise on suitable finishes for each Blackburn project so the breathability is not lost at the final coat.
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