We provide conservation-grade lime plastering across Trowbridge, Wiltshire. Whether you are repairing damp-damaged internal walls, replacing failed cement render or repointing stonework, our craftsmen work only in lime — the material Trowbridge's period buildings were originally constructed with.
Trowbridge's building stock reflects the history of South West 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 Trowbridge 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 Wiltshire homes suffer damp after modern refurbishment.
Lime cures slowly by carbonation. As a guide, allow around one week per coat in typical South West England conditions, longer in cold or damp weather. We protect the work and control drying so the finish cures evenly rather than cracking.
Yes — stripping failed cement render and replacing it with a breathable lime render is one of the most common jobs we carry out in Trowbridge. It is usually the fastest way to resolve persistent damp in a solid-wall building.
We do. Trowbridge is one of our core areas and we travel throughout Wiltshire and the surrounding parts of South 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 Trowbridge 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.
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