How to Patch Limewash Paint
Fixing Paint Finish After Stains, Water Damage, + Repairs
Spills, leaks, scratches, or little kidsâwalls are subject to all kinds of wear and tear. Hereâs how to touch up and fix limewash finishes effectively.
If youâve used one of our lightest âwhiteâ shades, touching up areas is quite simple as they blend beautifully. However, for other shades, there are a few methods to consider:
- For a fail-proof method or heavily damaged walls, starting fresh with the 3xPs: Primer, Prep Coat, and Paint may be the best option.
- For smaller areas, you can try the patching method below to blend the repaired area.
Method 1: Start Again (For Best Results)
Once you have patched and sanded back the damaged area, note that the wall now has different materials present, creating an inconsistent surface.For a fail-proof approach or extensive damage, restarting from the beginning is ideal.
Prime the Wall
Apply two coats of a water-based primer-sealer to ensure a consistent surface. This will prevent 'ghosting' of the repaired area appearing in your limewash finish.
Repaint the Wall
Follow the steps for painting Bauwerk Limewash over a previously painted/sealed wall.
See our Mixed and Repaired Surface Guide for more on how to paint limewash over a damaged and repaired wall.
Method 2: Patching a Small Area
Prepare the Patch Area
Apply Primer and Prep Coat to the localised area to be repainted. Lightly roughen the edges of the patch area using a soft scouring sponge. Avoid scrubbing too hard or removing the Prep Coat layer. Keep an organic shape to help with blending.
Apply the First Coat
Use a small amount of paint on your brush and stay within the patch areaâno need to feather out the edges yet. Focus on even colour coverage. Check for glare to identify any under-applied areas and adjust accordingly. Let this coat dry fully. The patch may still be visible at this stageâthis is normal.
Blend with the Second Coat
Use a larger brush and a light amount of paint, feathering out the edges to blend with the surrounding wall. Check for glare to ensure even application and avoid heavy buildup in one spot. When running low on paint, lightly extend beyond the edges to soften the transition.
Final Blending (If Needed)
Two coats are usually enough, but if the patch is still noticeable, apply a third thin coat to further blend it into the rest of the wall.
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Watch our Video Patching Tutorial Below
Q. My internal walls are painted with Bauwerk Limewash and have water damage and water stains, what do I need to know?
Leaking pipes can sometimes cause water stains on wall or ceiling surfaces. Whilst in most cases the paint itself will not blister or peel off, the water may dissolve materials that can cause staining of the coloured finish.Â
Our solution is to follow the steps below:Â
- Fix any leaking pipes.Â
- Apply at least two coats of a water-based primer-sealer with the specific ability to stop water stains (among other things usually). It is important that the Primer you choose is not solvent-based, as that would cause bubbling. Apply from corner to corner, not just across the stain. Allow adequate drying time between all coats and follow the manufacturer's instructions. You may want to test the effectiveness of the primer with a simple water test to see if the stains have been blocked. Learn more about water testing.
- Apply one coat of Limewash Prep Coat following normal application methods. Follow with two coats of Limewash Paint.Â
