Can I Paint an Exterior Limewash Wall?

For exterior walls that are old and damp, Limewash is a very traditional finish, used to decorate and protect porous stone and lime-rendered surfaces. Like Distemper, Limewash is a breathable finish. Unlike paint, limewash penetrates the surface and the colour is built up by applying successive coats. Limewash must be overcoated with lime wash. Unfortunately, Tikkurila do not have a suitable product to overcoat exterior limewash.

Note: Finngard Opaque & Finngard Silicone Protect are not suitable to go over limewash.

If you require more advice on painting over external limewash, give our technical team a call on 0131 334 4999 or send them a message here.