Limewash Technical Data Sheets

DESCRIPTION A limewash made from pure filtered slaked lime, modified with tallow to the Suffolk Preservation Society recipe.
USE Exterior application to lime render, wattle and daub surfaces also on lime/cement surfaces to give a breathable and decrotive finish with good water shedding properties.
COLOUR RANGE  White & selected Colours
FINISH Matt
SPECIFIC GRAVITY 1.2
STORAGE 12 Months in unopened containers
DRYING TIME 4 Hours @  20 C
OVERCOATING TIME                           24 Hours
AVERAGE SPREADING RATE 3-4 m² per litre 
PACK SIZE 10 Litres
THINNER / CLEANER Water 
RECOMMENDED APPLICATION 3 Coates
APPLICATION METHOD Brush (2 Knot brush or good quality masonry brush)
PREPARATION Remove all loose or flaky material, taking care not to damage existing lime substrate (where applicable).  On dry surfaces wet substrate with water prior to application.  Dilute the first coat by 50% with water (i.e. 1 litre water to 1 litre Limewash) to ensure good penetration.  Subsequent coats by 20%.                                                             

Before starting always read the application guidelines.