LIMESTONE PLASTER

Our Lime Plaster is a 100% natural lime and is available with coarse grain (MarbrexR) or fine grain (Marbrex L). The lime is not supplied in powder form, but as a ready-mixed lime mass. The lime is colored using pigments to create a solid-colored plaster layer after application. The lime plaster can be finished/protected with a wax or an impregnator (and coating), depending on the space and application.

This is possible, preferably on stone or concrete surfaces (facade or exterior wall) and by properly preparing and priming the surface.

Certainly, the tiling must first be assessed for crack-free/solid condition and then prepared with a primer and a special leveling layer. Then the lime plaster can be applied.

If a crack or dent has developed in the lime plaster layer, it can always be locally filled or touched up. If necessary, the topcoat applied afterwards can be locally colored to eliminate any color differences.

Lime plaster is softer than cement-based plaster (such as Béton ciré Pro) but harder than a gypsum plaster layer. Adding a wax or impregnating agent (and coating) as a protective layer makes lime plaster more impact-resistant

There are no set guidelines, but we recommend reapplying the wax layer every few years for maintenance. A protective layer consisting of impregnating agent and coating will last for at least 10 years before needing to be reapplied.

We have 30 standard colors to choose from. However, colors can also be supplied upon request, such as RAL/NSC/F&B/Pure & Original, etc. We always prepare a sample first.

Indoors: on walls and ceilings as a decorative finish. In wet areas, lime plaster can be used as follows: in the bathroom (excluding the shower), and on the kitchen wall behind the cooking area in combination with additional special protective layers.

Outdoors: on walls and facades, provided they are properly prepared.

Lime plaster is made from natural lime, which is harder than plaster. Lime is somewhat waterproof. Plaster, on the other hand, is a naturally occurring soft sulfate mineral. This dissolves when in contact with water.

Yes. Lime plaster is harder than gypsum plaster. Lime plaster is also more waterproof and breathable/moisture-regulating, which has a beneficial effect on the indoor climate. Lime plaster can be customized and is available in various sizes. This makes it a perfect finish for walls, offering a variety of appearances.

No. Lime plaster isn’t 100% waterproof, but it can withstand splashes of water and water vapor. It even has moisture-regulating properties.

Yes. Due to its moisture-regulating properties, lime plaster is perfectly suitable for surfaces that aren’t heavily exposed to water (such as showers). It’s also very suitable as a back-up in a kitchen, provided it’s finished with a coating to make it resistant to grease stains and moisture.

Yes. Lime plaster lasts a lifetime. Some rooms do require maintenance, such as reapplying the protective layer every few years.

The costs of the lime plaster materials, including labor, depends on the number of square meters, the type of surface, the type of space, and the complexity of the project. Consider, for example, the number of corners. Based on accurate drawings and a site visit, our specialist will prepare a customized quote.

Lime plaster offers the benefits of natural properties (moisture-regulating, mold-resistant), which are beneficial for the indoor climate. Moreover, it offers endless possibilities in terms of appearance, from a marble look to a rustic clay-like effect.

To order lime plaster, please send an email (info@viaestudio.nl) with information about the number of square meters to be plastered, the type of room, the surface type, and the desired color. We will then send you a quote. After approval, we will ship immediately. Pick-up in person (in Amsterdam-Noord) is also possible.

Our website lists the specialists we recommend for your lime plaster or other plastering project. With a specialist, you’ll achieve a meticulous, high-quality result

First of all, we highly recommend taking a lime plaster workshop with us! Besides being a lot of fun, the techniques for proper application are also thoroughly covered. You’ll also get lots of tips & tricks and see many beautiful effects!

Thanks to the various available grain sizes, lime plaster allows for a wide range of effects and possibilities. From a coarser, clay-like appearance to a partially smooth plaster, and with the fine grain, even a completely smooth finish like marble.

A good lime plaster is made from the purest limestone and is often somewhat ‘greasy’.

No. Loam is actually silt or loess combined with clay. Lime plaster is made from quarried limestone

Yes. With fine-grained lime plaster, a very smooth and dense finish can be achieved by plastering. Combined with the wax protective layer, the lime plaster then acquires a glossy appearance, giving it a marbled look.

In addition to the béton ciré we pioneered, we’re seeing lime plaster gaining ground as an alternative to smooth plaster and whitewash. Based on our extensive experience with high-quality plasters, offering lime plaster as an excellent alternative to plaster was a logical next step for us.

Via eStudio in Amsterdam has extensive expertise in high-quality plaster finishes. This includes this 100% natural, breathable plaster for both interior and exterior walls, with moisture-regulating properties – also beneficial for older city houses and canal houses. From Amsterdam, we deliver the desired color shade of the natural lime to any address in the Netherlands.