From solid-wall terraces to farmhouses and listed buildings, the older housing stock around Clacton-on-Sea in Essex needs breathable finishes. Our Clacton-on-Sea lime plastering team applies authentic lime plaster, external lime render and lime pointing to keep East of England heritage buildings dry, stable and original.
Whether it is a stone cottage on the edge of Clacton-on-Sea, a Victorian terrace near the centre, or a farm building out in Essex, 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 Clacton-on-Sea 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 Essex homes suffer damp after modern refurbishment.
We do. Clacton-on-Sea is one of our core areas and we travel throughout Essex and the surrounding parts of East of 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 Clacton-on-Sea 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 Clacton-on-Sea project so the breathability is not lost at the final coat.
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