Lime Wash / Lime Paint
Authentic Mineral Finish • Colorado & the Front Range
Lime Wash (also called Lime Paint) is an authentic, breathable mineral finish made from slaked lime putty. It creates soft, textured, matte walls with a beautiful, natural depth that changes subtly with light.
Because it is highly dilutable and tintable, Lime Wash can achieve many different effects — from a classic cloudy, weathered look to smooth, elegant finishes. It can be applied directly over plaster or used with various techniques and consistencies to create unique textures and appearances while maintaining its natural mineral properties.
Lime Wash is prized for being highly breathable, naturally antimicrobial, and eco-friendly. It helps regulate indoor humidity and is an excellent choice for historic homes, modern interiors, and anyone wanting a healthy, non-toxic finish.
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Quote
Reach out to discuss your project. We work to make sure that we are a good fit for your project and discuss budget options.
Concept
Together with our clients, we explore ideas and inspirations to define the perfect finish for their space. Every project starts with a vision tailored to reflect elegance and authenticity.
Design
Our skilled artisans bring the design to life, meticulously applying Venetian Plaster, Limewash, or Custom Projects to transform walls into timeless works of art.
Jake and Steven do incredible work, and they couldn’t be more friendly, respectful and trustworthy. We got setup thru our designer to do a roman clay fireplace wall and we’re super impressed with the quality of work and artistic touch applied to our project. Highly, highly recommend Iconic!
We hired Iconic for our fireplace and hood that we wanted with venetian plaster and they sure did amaze! We did our research for a while before deciding Jake and his crew were the best fit. The pricing was very fair compared to some other quotes we had received and we were taken away by some of the work Iconic had already done. We showed him images of some cool pinterest
They turned our wall into a masterpiece! It was awesome watching Jake and his crew transform our wall. It was an ugly knockdown texture and they were able to get it smooth and give us a really cool venetian plaster accent wall. It completely made our living room a much more vibrant space.
these people are absolutely TOP DRAWER: talented, reliable, the Real Deal when it comes to their specialty and they deliver as promised.
Questions
What is Lime Wash?
Lime Wash is a traditional, breathable finish made from authentic slaked lime putty. It creates soft, matte, textured walls with a natural, mineral appearance that ages beautifully over time.
What is the difference between Lime Wash and regular paint?
Lime wash is a breathable, mineral-based finish made from slaked lime. It creates a soft, textured, matte look with natural variation. Regular paint is usually acrylic or latex-based and creates a more uniform, non-breathable film. Lime wash is more eco-friendly and helps regulate humidity.
Is Lime Wash durable?
Lime wash is quite durable when properly applied and sealed. It holds up well to Colorado’s dry climate but may need occasional touch-ups in high-traffic areas. With a good sealer, it can last 10–15+ years.
Is Lime Wash safe and eco-friendly?
Yes. It is made from natural lime, is non-toxic, odorless, and free of harmful VOCs. It is safe for families, pets, and sensitive individuals.
Can Lime Wash be applied over existing paint or drywall?
Yes. It can be applied over properly prepared painted walls, drywall, or existing plaster. A good primer or base coat is often recommended for the best results.
Can Lime Wash be used in bathrooms?
Yes — lime wash works well in bathrooms on accent walls or low-moisture areas. For high-moisture zones like showers, we recommend using Microcement/Tadelakt instead.
How do you maintain Lime Wash walls?
Lime wash is low-maintenance. Dust regularly and spot-clean with mild soap and water. Avoid harsh chemicals. Reapply a protective sealer every few years in high-traffic areas to maintain appearance.