Lime Plasterer

Revive Your Period Property with a Skilled Lime Plasterer in Edinburgh

If you need a lime plasterer in Edinburgh with experience in heritage buildings, our team at Slate and Plaster can help. Many properties constructed before 1950—including Georgian, Victorian, and Edwardian homes—used traditional lime plaster for their interiors.

We can help you to preserve these older structures by using lime plastering methods that respect your building's original character while creating a durable, long-lasting finish. Based in Musselburgh, we serve Edinburgh, East Lothian, and Midlothian, offering professional plastering services tailored to the unique requirements of each project.

Why Use Lime Plaster

Lime plaster is known for its breathability and flexibility, making it ideal for preserving the structural integrity of older buildings. Unlike modern gypsum plaster, lime allows moisture to evaporate naturally, which can help reduce damp issues. This feature is important in period properties, where original materials often rely on proper ventilation to remain stable.

Single bedroom in a Georgian flat in Edinburgh's New Town. Walls have been reskimmed with lime plaster, and freshly painted pale grey

Choosing a lime plasterer with experience in traditional techniques, you can keep the historical charm of your property while avoiding long-term complications associated with incompatible repairs.

Key benefits include:

Breathability: Lime plaster permits moisture to escape rather than trapping it.
Longevity: Well-applied lime plaster can last for decades when properly maintained.
Heritage Preservation: It helps retain a building’s original materials, style, and architectural integrity.
Healthier Indoor Environment: The porous nature of lime plaster helps regulate humidity levels within the home.

Common Lime Plaster Issues

Older properties often experience blown or “boss” plaster, which occurs when lime plaster detaches from the wall beneath. This can result in hollow-sounding areas, cracking, or even visible gaps.

Other issues include crumbling plaster caused by damp or previous repairs completed with incompatible materials. By failing to address these problems, there is a risk of further damage to both the wall structure and interior finishes. Quick assessment and repair by a qualified lime plasterer will help prevent deterioration and maintain the character of your building.

When You Might Need This Service

You may need lime plastering if:

Your walls are old or show signs of damage: Period properties often require specialised attention to preserve original features.
You have removed wallpaper: Stripping wallpaper can reveal underlying flaws, including loose or weakened plaster.
You notice moisture issues: Lime plaster’s breathability can alleviate damp by allowing walls to dry naturally.
You wish to maintain heritage details: Proper lime plaster work retains the architectural charm and integrity of older interiors.

Get in Touch

For expert lime plastering in Edinburgh, contact us today:

Phone: 07387 280 140

Email: richie@slateandplaster.com

Prepped wall in Georgian New Town flat, Edinburgh. Wall has been stripped back to bare surface, ready for reskimming with lime plaster

Bedroom wall after reskimming with lime plaster - in Edinburgh New Town georgian flat

bedroom wall with decommissioned fireplace, after reskimming with lime plaster. Edinburgh New Town

Areas We Serve

Based in Musselburgh, we offer lime plastering services across Edinburgh, East Lothian, and Midlothian. Our team has a lot of experience working on period properties throughout these areas, ensuring that each project is handled with an understanding of local building styles and historical practices. Whether you own a Georgian townhouse in Edinburgh or a rural cottage in East Lothian, we tailor our approach to meet the specific requirements of your home.

More about Blown Plaster:

Here is a handy video which explains a bit more about how to identify blown plaster (or boss plaster). If this is what you are seeing in your property, give us a call today!