We provide conservation-grade lime plastering across Ipswich, Suffolk. Whether you are repairing damp-damaged internal walls, replacing failed cement render or repointing stonework, our craftsmen work only in lime — the material Ipswich's period buildings were originally constructed with.
Ipswich's building stock reflects the history of East of England, and much of it predates modern cement. Applying gypsum plaster or cement render to these walls traps moisture, causing damp patches, salt blooming and decayed timbers. Lime allows moisture to evaporate freely, protecting the fabric of the building for decades to come.
Solid-wall buildings in Ipswich 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 Suffolk homes suffer damp after modern refurbishment.
Yes — stripping failed cement render and replacing it with a breathable lime render is one of the most common jobs we carry out in Ipswich. It is usually the fastest way to resolve persistent damp in a solid-wall building.
We do. Ipswich is one of our core areas and we travel throughout Suffolk 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 Ipswich 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 Ipswich project so the breathability is not lost at the final coat.
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