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The Art of Breathable Heritage Restoration.

Lime plastering, small patch repairs, breathable insulation, and damp & mould remediation for London period homes. Small jobs welcome. Send photos for an estimate.

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The Art of Breathable Heritage Restoration.

Lime plastering, small patch repairs, breathable insulation, and damp & mould remediation for London period homes. Small jobs welcome. Send photos for an estimate.

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Our Specialist Disciplines

We approach every wall as a canvas of history, ensuring structural integrity through breathable, natural materials.

Stripped solid masonry wall before lime plaster repair
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Breathable lime basecoat applied around period window
Lime Basecoat

Traditional Lime Plastering

Modern gypsum traps moisture. Our hand-applied lime putty finishes allow solid masonry to breathe, naturally regulating humidity while providing a soft, luminous aesthetic unique to heritage homes.

Artistry Custom hair-reinforced base coats and bespoke aggregates.
Result Lifetime durability and eradication of surface condensation.
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Breathable Thermal Upgrades

Insulating period properties requires a scientific approach. We utilize high-density wood fibre boards that provide exceptional thermal performance without the risk of interstitial condensation.

Method Vapour-open internal wall insulation (IWI) systems.
Metric Up to 60% reduction in heat loss for Victorian solid walls.
Technical Specs
Completed breathable thermal upgrade with finished lime plaster wall

Completed Thermal Upgrade

"Finished lime plaster over vapour-open insulation delivers warmer solid walls without losing period character."

The Methodology

A Scientific Approach to Craft

Forensic Assessment
01

Forensic Assessment

We begin with a deep analysis of your property's moisture profile, identifying modern 'traps' like cement renders or plastic paints that are causing decay.

Careful Stripping
02

Careful Stripping

Removal of non-breathable materials is done with surgical precision to ensure the underlying historic fabric remains undisturbed and protected.

Artisan Application
03

Artisan Application

Using multi-layered lime applications and mineral-based pigments, we rebuild the aesthetic character while restoring the building's health.

Detail
Preservation First

No Detail Too Small

Heritage restoration shouldn't only be for grand mansions. We welcome 'Small Jobs' from single wall damp issues to crack repairs in period ceilings.

  • Patch Repairs
  • Coving Restoration
  • Lime Repointing
  • Specialist Paint
Small Jobs Welcome

Preserving the
Living History of London.

Every period property is an investment in history. Our team provides the specialist knowledge required to ensure that investment lasts for another century.

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We never use shortcuts. Only pure lime putty and traditional sands.

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