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    painting a ceiling which has lime wash or distemper on at pr

    Thanks Dec, would you have any idea of a brand name for the primer/sealer? What say you to the idea of applying more lime wash after filling. Its not that I dont want to use modern materials but have read lots on the resurgence of lime washes/distempers...their advantages apparently being...
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    painting a ceiling which has lime wash or distemper on at pr

    Hello Dec, well the thing is I wouldnt really know one from the other...tipps here would help also. The surface is matt and if you pass your hand over it you get a chalky residue on your hand. It is a good finish, (as good as matt emulsion) especially on the ceilings. Not much help I suspect.
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    painting a ceiling which has lime wash or distemper on at pr

    Hello, we have just moved to Denmark...long story. We have bought a 1930s house which over here is pretty much the U.K.s 'Victorian' style. Some ceilings and the stair well have a lime wash type coating. Can we discuss the options: Painting with more limewash. Sealing it in some...
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