Transform Your Home with Expert Limewashing
Limewashed wall. Design by VT Creatives
Eco-Friendly, Durable, and Beautiful Finishes by Hoboken Painter Inc.
Limewashing is an age-old technique, revered for transforming spaces with its distinct charm and character. Using natural lime and pigments, it creates a matte, velvety finish that exudes a sense of warmth and rustic elegance. This traditional method, while deeply rooted in history, offers an array of benefits for modern homes:
Natural Mold Resistance: Lime's high pH level makes it naturally resistant to mold and bacteria. This means limewashing not only beautifies your walls but also contributes to a healthier living environment.
Breathability: Limewash is permeable and allows walls to breathe. This reduces the risk of trapped moisture and the damage it can cause, making it ideal for both old and new buildings.
Eco-Friendly: With its natural composition, limewashing is an environmentally conscious choice. It's free from toxic chemicals and VOCs (Volatile Organic Compounds), ensuring a safer option for both your home and the planet.
Unique Aesthetic: Limewashing creates a textured, layered look, with subtle variations in color and depth. Each limewash project is unique, reflecting light beautifully and giving your space a bespoke, artisanal feel.
Durability: When applied correctly, limewash forms a protective layer that ages gracefully, often looking better as time passes. It's a finish that doesn't peel or flake, maintaining its beauty with minimal maintenance.
Experience the timeless appeal and lasting benefits of limewashing with Hoboken Painter Inc, your local New Jersey & NYC experts in creating stunning, sustainable spaces.
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Best Limewash Brands – Available Online or in NYC.
We have experience using the best limewash brands!
Bauwerk Colour Swiss-made, 100+ breathtaking shades, ultra-pure mineral formula, fade-resistant, designer darling in NYC. Online ordering: bauwerkcolour.com (ships nationwide) NYC pickup: Trade-only at Assembly Line (373 Atlantic Ave, Brooklyn) or Paint Club Inc. (Manhattan) – call ahead.
Portola Paints LA artisanal brand, 60+ complex hand-blended colors (think moody Dry Ground gray), low-VOC, pro-favorite for depth and movement. Online ordering: portolapaints.com (ships to NYC) NYC pickup: Janovic Chelsea store (7th Ave between 22nd & 23rd St, Manhattan).
Color Atelier SF/NYC-based, European techniques, 66 pigment-rich small-batch colors, authentic aged patina, sustainable luxury. Online ordering: coloratelierpaint.com (ships nationwide) NYC pickup: Manhattan headquarters – contact for direct pickup.
James Alexander Handcrafted slaked-lime, 50+ exclusive shades, gorgeous matte mineral movement, premium quality at a friendlier price. Online ordering: jamesalexanderpaint.com (fast NYC delivery) NYC pickup: Direct delivery or via local partners – inquire.
Romabio Italian-inspired, no-fade guarantee, vibrant natural hues, easy DIY application, perfect for brick or masonry. Online ordering: romabio.com (ships to NYC) NYC pickup: Home Depot stores (Manhattan & Brooklyn locations).
Vasari Lime Plaster & Paint Venetian-crafted, pure mineral, versatile for washes and plasters, ages beautifully – the choice for historic NYC restorations. Online ordering: vasariplasterandpaint.com (US shipping) NYC pickup: LoConsolo Paints (Bronx & Brooklyn locations).
JH Wall Paints Custom-blended mineral stains, serene depth. Online ordering: jhwallpaints.com (ships nationwide) NYC pickup: Via applicators such as Fantastic Finishes NYC (Brooklyn) – call to check stock.
