That was so helpful. Making mistakes is so frustrating and so many videos only show how to do it and not the things you need to avoid doing. Thank you!
This video saved my butt. For me, having to sand off the limewash before applying a new color is a non-starter. I do change my mind (often) and that would've been a nightmare to deal with. Second, the fact that you cannot stop and take a break is a huge issue for me. I'm disabled and need frequent breaks. My body is the boss and when it says, "Rest," I do it. Despite that limitation, I've managed to hand trowel concrete feather finish onto walls, put brick tiles on a wall, paint MANY rooms by myself, and remove wall texture with joint compound. It takes me a long time to do it, but I always get there eventually. But if I force it, I'll be finished and the job will never be done. The only way it works is if I honor my limitations. I know I can pull off a faux limewash look with matte paint without too much trouble. Guess I got my answer! Thank you for saving me from a truly hellish mistake! I'm more grateful than you know. Realistic people like you make my world possible.
I’m so glad this video was a help to you! I actually ended up doing a green faux lime wash in my spare bedroom after this with regular paint and it turned out beautiful, it’s actually probably my favorite room of the house now.
this is very helpful- you should name the 1st company so we can all be warned- its your right and within the law to share your personal opinion so long as you say it is your opinion...
I went through that much work bc I had to correct my mistakes from choosing a bad product and a company that wasn’t able to give me the support I needed. Had I gone with Portola paints in the first place I would have saved myself a lot of time, effort and stress. Portolas paint would have just required primer and two coats of their paint. It work beautifully on the first try.
Thanks for mentioning you have to sand off the lime paint. That was something I was unaware of. I will be using the regular paint method for my walls, and applying some of the tips you shared here. Your walls turned out beautiful.
You are a treasure !!!!! Fantastic results ! And thank you soooooooooooooo very much for the tips !!!!! They are priceless ! Gorgeous, smart, talented and kind girl ❤🎉
Hmmm not everything that’s stated here is true about this technique… you can repaint over lime wash, just using primer and then paint… you do not have to sand. Also, the lighting of the room will greatly impact the color outcome of the lime, I figured this out through error myself. Must take into consideration the cardinal directions and the sun coming in for lime. Dark rooms go with dark colors well lit rooms you would really want to do lighter colors, darker will not show up the way you are anticipating in well lit rooms. There is a science to the reflection in the lime indeed. Not a Fun job but beautiful in the end, especially for old plaster walls, absolutely gorgeous!
Thanks for the tip about repainting, everything I’ve heard and read about Limewash says the opposite that the Limewash will seep through regular latex paint. I’m absolutely willing to try it the easy way you say works before doing something as time consuming as sanding it though. The lighting was not the issue in my specific case (although I’m sure that’s true since it’s true for all paint colors in general) In the product photos the first color I used looked like a light brown watercolor. In my walls it looked like sloppy brown paint, there was little to know depth/color variation like velvet which is the whole point of lime wash. My bedroom is small but it has a large window that lets in lots of light. I thought the result may have been user error and I’m sure it was at least partially but the second companies lime wash turned out like it was supposed to.
Thanks for the video! I’m on day 3 of paint and once it dries out, it’s just having these big circles and looks sloppy 😢 I will try your advice on wetting the second coat and try to work on more smooth finish. I got paint from bauwerk… so 🤞🏻🤞🏻
@@milaharvell986 Good luck! I hope it works out for you! Mine ended up with brush strokes that I just accepted. Drip marks I could not accept though. Don’t wet it too much or you will have drip marks it’s gotta be a light mist. Let me know how it goes for you!
@@bearteastudios thank you for your advice! I ended up using the sponge to apply third coat of color on my walls, without using water. I tried few approaches and this one turned out to look the best, desired cloudy effect… pretty meticulous work but I think it’s worth it.
No ma’am… you do not have to sand the Limewash off of the walls before painting You can paint directly over the top of the limewash. We are the number one company recommended by Romabio in North Texas, we have done hundreds of homes outside and inside, we have a warehouse and we make our own brand of Limewash and age it nine months and we absolutely assure you, you can paint directly over limewash.
So when you said the Limewash soaks into porous surfaces, why is it that it’s supposed to go down on a non porous latex paint? Latex paint is like rubber. Isn’t a flat paint wetted down with a wet sponge better ? I’m just trying to understand it all. Thanks for the informative video, and your reply!!
Hi , iv got been a plasterer and decorator and general builder for many years.... iv been put in a situation to decorate a few rooms iv plastered in this limewash paint..... been watching different videos and yours is very helpful but also worrying😂😂... the make or brand as you would say is called bauwerk??? Im in London uk. Is that any good??
Could the primer be deluded with water. And what’s your thoughts about faux lime wash technique? Cuz I understand limewash is very powdery and easily comes off. Cuz the faux limewash is more technical. Also the company used in videos I’ve seen is outta Germany.
Dude. I just spent 70.00 on all of the first companies paint samples and was narrowing down colors to test. What the hell. I would have been so pissed. Dang it! Thanks for the warning…have 5500 sqft 15ft ceilings to paint…that possibility is not one I’m ready to chance. Holy cow
I’m curious to know how the samples went for you bc I just had someone yell at me in the comments about how sampling the colors fits would have made all the difference.. lol
Nice video, I'm having the problem that the chalk paint on the ceiling is causes white layers of white dust coming down into the apartment, on the floor, on surfaces, furniture. You have to keep dusting constantly. How to solve this? Thanks!
@@brandibabineaux1230 This was renovated before I moved in, no idea what color was used. But usually they always use cheap colors. I've now coated the whole ceiling with deep primer and now it's better.
That was my exact feeling while watching her paint. I have done faux finishing for 3 decades now, and as with colorwashing (water based latex paints) you must mottle the paint out, as far as it allows you based on the amount of product you are putting on your brush, finishing with a "wet edge".
Please help. I’m using bauewerk lime wash paint and I keep seeing paint strokes. Idk I’ve tried using less paint and spreading it out more but I can’t get the hang of it.
I’ve never used that brand but a rep at Portola suggested that I try using a spray bottle with water to help keep it moist as I went. That helped me. You can’t use too much though or you will get drip marks. It’s definitely not easy. I would try reaching out to that brand and asking for tips or watching their specific videos online since it seems each brand does things a little differently.
The mistake made in applying the limewash is not completing each panel before you go to the next (see 5:13 min mark). This created a blotchy look instead of a suede effect. Having the panels is actually easier because you have a stopping point instead of a full wall.
That paint didn't look like lime wash. It looked like thinned acrylic with lime in it. I suspect to get an authentic look you just have to mix real limewash yourself. That's what I opted to do. I've got the lime putty aging as we speak so we'll know in a few months if that was the way to go lol. It's more work, but on the plus side it's super super cheap. It's kind of funny how pre mixed lime paints are so expensive now when lime used to be associated with poverty.
That’s how it always goes right? Eating lobster used to be good for fishermen now it’s the most expensive thing on the menu. Being thin and tan also used to be a sign that you worked outside and were there for poor. Being fluffy and pale was the side red look of aristocracy b cut meant you were well fed and didn’t work outside. Mixing your own lime is a great idea! I would love to know how it turned out!
actually, you are only to blame... they made it clear that without sampling it's a no go. Out of luck, your fault that time is un-permitting for you to do samples cause you make your priorities everyone else's hence the reply that you need samples to properly see how the wash adheres to your given substrate which is basically some other paint that you know not precisely about (nor anyone, hence sampling) Good try to again make your problem an excuse!
Also, I wouldn't limewashing the trims, looks weird like an amateur job. I don't know I guess limewash looks great in a plan wall, it is my humble opinion.
... and not understanding a 100,000 year old geological phenomena, like what lime actually is; is also only your fault. Get educated from the ground up and stop jumping in over your pay grade.
Jesus, do you secretly work for the first company? lol If not they should hire you. I watched all the videos that existed online before starting this project. The company also didn’t provide any further help besides telling me to sample. You should also sample latex paint, but that isn’t the only solution that exists for a quality paint job. They are literally in the Limewash business. The second company was much more helpful and attentive. Thanks for the comment! 🥰
That was so helpful. Making mistakes is so frustrating and so many videos only show how to do it and not the things you need to avoid doing. Thank you!
I’m so glad this video helped you better understand the product! Making mistakes so that others don’t have to is a DIYers main job! 😜
This video saved my butt. For me, having to sand off the limewash before applying a new color is a non-starter. I do change my mind (often) and that would've been a nightmare to deal with. Second, the fact that you cannot stop and take a break is a huge issue for me. I'm disabled and need frequent breaks. My body is the boss and when it says, "Rest," I do it. Despite that limitation, I've managed to hand trowel concrete feather finish onto walls, put brick tiles on a wall, paint MANY rooms by myself, and remove wall texture with joint compound. It takes me a long time to do it, but I always get there eventually.
But if I force it, I'll be finished and the job will never be done. The only way it works is if I honor my limitations. I know I can pull off a faux limewash look with matte paint without too much trouble. Guess I got my answer!
Thank you for saving me from a truly hellish mistake! I'm more grateful than you know. Realistic people like you make my world possible.
I’m so glad this video was a help to you! I actually ended up doing a green faux lime wash in my spare bedroom after this with regular paint and it turned out beautiful, it’s actually probably my favorite room of the house now.
this is very helpful- you should name the 1st company so we can all be warned- its your right and within the law to share your personal opinion so long as you say it is your opinion...
Wow! That much work! Thank you for the tip. I had no idea how tricky limewash is.
I went through that much work bc I had to correct my mistakes from choosing a bad product and a company that wasn’t able to give me the support I needed. Had I gone with Portola paints in the first place I would have saved myself a lot of time, effort and stress. Portolas paint would have just required primer and two coats of their paint. It work beautifully on the first try.
Thanks for mentioning you have to sand off the lime paint. That was something I was unaware of. I will be using the regular paint method for my walls, and applying some of the tips you shared here. Your walls turned out beautiful.
Very helpful. I did not know that you can't turn back, therefore i will be doing the faux technique. Very useful, thank you!
You are a treasure !!!!! Fantastic results ! And thank you soooooooooooooo very much for the tips !!!!! They are priceless ! Gorgeous, smart, talented and kind girl ❤🎉
Hmmm not everything that’s stated here is true about this technique… you can repaint over lime wash, just using primer and then paint… you do not have to sand. Also, the lighting of the room will greatly impact the color outcome of the lime, I figured this out through error myself. Must take into consideration the cardinal directions and the sun coming in for lime. Dark rooms go with dark colors well lit rooms you would really want to do lighter colors, darker will not show up the way you are anticipating in well lit rooms. There is a science to the reflection in the lime indeed.
Not a Fun job but beautiful in the end, especially for old plaster walls, absolutely gorgeous!
Thanks for the tip about repainting, everything I’ve heard and read about Limewash says the opposite that the Limewash will seep through regular latex paint.
I’m absolutely willing to try it the easy way you say works before doing something as time consuming as sanding it though.
The lighting was not the issue in my specific case (although I’m sure that’s true since it’s true for all paint colors in general) In the product photos the first color I used looked like a light brown watercolor. In my walls it looked like sloppy brown paint, there was little to know depth/color variation like velvet which is the whole point of lime wash. My bedroom is small but it has a large window that lets in lots of light. I thought the result may have been user error and I’m sure it was at least partially but the second companies lime wash turned out like it was supposed to.
Yeah, nah, all of the problems you had seem to be answered by other RUclipsrs, but glad you got there in the end.
“This is not a Limewash paint tutorial. This is my experience using Limewash paint.” - Direct quote from the very beginning of the video. 😉
What’s the name of the paint/company you first used?
Thanks for sharing your journey, the room ended up looking great!
Thanks for the video! I’m on day 3 of paint and once it dries out, it’s just having these big circles and looks sloppy 😢 I will try your advice on wetting the second coat and try to work on more smooth finish. I got paint from bauwerk… so 🤞🏻🤞🏻
@@milaharvell986 Good luck! I hope it works out for you! Mine ended up with brush strokes that I just accepted. Drip marks I could not accept though. Don’t wet it too much or you will have drip marks it’s gotta be a light mist.
Let me know how it goes for you!
@@bearteastudios thank you for your advice! I ended up using the sponge to apply third coat of color on my walls, without using water. I tried few approaches and this one turned out to look the best, desired cloudy effect… pretty meticulous work but I think it’s worth it.
Water bottle is key as I've limewashed many ceilings
No ma’am… you do not have to sand the Limewash off of the walls before painting
You can paint directly over the top of the limewash. We are the number one company recommended by Romabio in North Texas, we have done hundreds of homes outside and inside, we have a warehouse and we make our own brand of Limewash and age it nine months and we absolutely assure you, you can paint directly over limewash.
So when you said the Limewash soaks into porous surfaces, why is it that it’s supposed to go down on a non porous latex paint? Latex paint is like rubber. Isn’t a flat paint wetted down with a wet sponge better ? I’m just trying to understand it all. Thanks for the informative video, and your reply!!
It’s suggested to use a mineral based primer prior to using lime wash paint bc that gives the lime wash something to soak into.
Thank you, thank you, thank you!! You've saved me from making a massive mistake! 😘
Hi , iv got been a plasterer and decorator and general builder for many years.... iv been put in a situation to decorate a few rooms iv plastered in this limewash paint..... been watching different videos and yours is very helpful but also worrying😂😂... the make or brand as you would say is called bauwerk??? Im in London uk. Is that any good??
Could the primer be deluded with water. And what’s your thoughts about faux lime wash technique? Cuz I understand limewash is very powdery and easily comes off. Cuz the faux limewash is more technical. Also the company used in videos I’ve seen is outta Germany.
I would highly recommend faux lime wash. I’ve used a faux lime wash technique twice since this video and they both have turned out great.
Dude. I just spent 70.00 on all of the first companies paint samples and was narrowing down colors to test. What the hell. I would have been so pissed. Dang it! Thanks for the warning…have 5500 sqft 15ft ceilings to paint…that possibility is not one I’m ready to chance. Holy cow
Wish company she used first?
I’m curious to know how the samples went for you bc I just had someone yell at me in the comments about how sampling the colors fits would have made all the difference.. lol
Love your Jack Russell Baby!!!
Wow thanks for the heads up. What was the color you used?
Nice video, I'm having the problem that the chalk paint on the ceiling is causes white layers of white dust coming down into the apartment, on the floor, on surfaces, furniture. You have to keep dusting constantly. How to solve this? Thanks!
Seal it. I used a water based polyacrilic sealer by minwax There's a wipe on or a brush on. Most companies sell a sealer but it's expensive
Hello can you tell me that it wasn’t Bauwerk Lime wash you used first? If so, I don’t want to get them
@@brandibabineaux1230 This was renovated before I moved in, no idea what color was used. But usually they always use cheap colors. I've now coated the whole ceiling with deep primer and now it's better.
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Got it Portola paint 🙏🏼
Looks like it was applied really thick and not spread out as much as it could have been. Rookie mistakes.
That was my exact feeling while watching her paint. I have done faux finishing for 3 decades now, and as with colorwashing (water based latex paints) you must mottle the paint out, as far as it allows you based on the amount of product you are putting on your brush, finishing with a "wet edge".
Nice video.what the name of the color u used
You worked so hard
Is there any company you would recommend ?
Thanks!
What color did you use? Can we get a link to the second company's website?
She said Portola paints was the good company.
The second company was Portola Paints
Please help. I’m using bauewerk lime wash paint and I keep seeing paint strokes. Idk I’ve tried using less paint and spreading it out more but I can’t get the hang of it.
I’ve never used that brand but a rep at Portola suggested that I try using a spray bottle with water to help keep it moist as I went. That helped me. You can’t use too much though or you will get drip marks. It’s definitely not easy. I would try reaching out to that brand and asking for tips or watching their specific videos online since it seems each brand does things a little differently.
The mistake made in applying the limewash is not completing each panel before you go to the next (see 5:13 min mark). This created a blotchy look instead of a suede effect. Having the panels is actually easier because you have a stopping point instead of a full wall.
That paint didn't look like lime wash. It looked like thinned acrylic with lime in it. I suspect to get an authentic look you just have to mix real limewash yourself. That's what I opted to do. I've got the lime putty aging as we speak so we'll know in a few months if that was the way to go lol. It's more work, but on the plus side it's super super cheap. It's kind of funny how pre mixed lime paints are so expensive now when lime used to be associated with poverty.
That’s how it always goes right? Eating lobster used to be good for fishermen now it’s the most expensive thing on the menu. Being thin and tan also used to be a sign that you worked outside and were there for poor. Being fluffy and pale was the side red look of aristocracy b cut meant you were well fed and didn’t work outside. Mixing your own lime is a great idea! I would love to know how it turned out!
@@bearteastudios It turned out great!
@@Jack-ny7kn Yay! I’m so glad to hear it! I ended up doing a faux limewash in my spare bedroom and I actually really enjoy that as well.
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Another thing that is incorrect, you do not have to sand before painting over limewash. You prime, and that will seal the limewash.
actually, you are only to blame... they made it clear that without sampling it's a no go. Out of luck, your fault that time is un-permitting for you to do samples cause you make your priorities everyone else's hence the reply that you need samples to properly see how the wash adheres to your given substrate which is basically some other paint that you know not precisely about (nor anyone, hence sampling) Good try to again make your problem an excuse!
Also, I wouldn't limewashing the trims, looks weird like an amateur job. I don't know I guess limewash looks great in a plan wall, it is my humble opinion.
lol
Brilliant your vidio definitely a poor product in the beginning
so which company is crap and which is good???
Portola Paints was the second company I used their product worked well and they were attentive with answering questions.
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... and not understanding a 100,000 year old geological phenomena, like what lime actually is; is also only your fault. Get educated from the ground up and stop jumping in over your pay grade.
Jesus, do you secretly work for the first company? lol If not they should hire you.
I watched all the videos that existed online before starting this project. The company also didn’t provide any further help besides telling me to sample. You should also sample latex paint, but that isn’t the only solution that exists for a quality paint job. They are literally in the Limewash business.
The second company was much more helpful and attentive.
Thanks for the comment! 🥰