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Limewash Finish — Care & Maintenance Guide

How to care for unsealed Earthaus Limewash: dry dusting and vacuuming, plus repair steps for superficial and deep stains.

This article covers how to care for and maintain an Earthaus Limewash Finish. It is a summary of the official Earthaus Limewash Finish Care & Maintenance Guide, adapted for clarity and ease of reference. To view the full document, see the Earthaus Limewash Finish Care & Maintenance Guide (PDF).

Why Care & Maintenance Matters

The long-term aesthetics and performance of an Earthaus Limewash Finish depend on both the installer's methods and the owner's care and maintenance.

Routine Care

Cleaning Limewash:

  • Earthaus Limewash is unsealed and absorbent.

  • Routine cleaning with water is not recommended.

  • Dust with a clean, dry cloth.

  • Vacuum gently to remove surface dirt.

Damage Types: Risks & Repair

Staining. Limewash is unsealed and highly absorbent, making it more prone to stains.

Superficial stains:

  1. Lightly sand the area with a mildly abrasive cloth or fine sandpaper.

  2. If needed, apply a coat of Limewash in the same color over the sanded area.

  3. Once dried, blend edges with a non-abrasive cloth or fine sandpaper.

Deep stains:

  1. Apply a coat of Limewash in the same color over the stain.

  2. Once dried, blend edges with a non-abrasive cloth or fine sandpaper.

  3. If the stain is oil-based, apply acrylic primer first to prevent bleed-through.

  4. If the patched area remains unacceptable, apply a fresh coat of Limewash over the entire area.

Project Consultation

Earthaus offers technical consultation with experts for project-specific questions.

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