LIMELITE BREATHABLE PLASTER SYSTEM

Limelite Renovating Plaster

Specialist breathable renovating plaster for damp-affected walls, older properties, historic buildings and property restoration projects.

Limelite Renovating Plaster combines the benefits of traditional breathable lime plaster with modern workability and faster drying times.

Lightweight, fibre reinforced and formulated to help manage moisture and salt contamination, it is an excellent choice for suitable wall renovation and remedial plastering.

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Breathable Salt Resistant Fibre Reinforced 25kg Bags

Limelite Renovating Plaster FROM £189.96 25kg bags – choose the number of bags on the product page SHOP RENOVATING PLASTER →

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Breathable Plaster Allows moisture vapour to move through walls

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Salt Resistance Helps manage efflorescence and salt transfer

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Fast Drying Typically 24 hours between coats

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Fibre Reinforced Formulated to limit shrinkage and cracking

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OUR FEATURED PRODUCT

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The main plaster in the Limelite breathable system, designed for renovation work where breathability, moisture management and a suitable base coat are important.

FEATURED RENOVATING PLASTER Limelite Renovating Plaster 25kg

BREATHABLE RENOVATING PLASTER

Limelite Renovating Plaster – 25kg Bags

Limelite Renovating Plaster is a lightweight, fibre-reinforced plaster specifically developed for suitable traditional, historic and damp-affected building substrates.

Unlike conventional gypsum plaster, the Limelite system is designed to allow moisture vapour to escape, making it useful where breathability is required.

Breathable lime-based formulation
Suitable for renovation projects
Salt-resistant properties
Lightweight plaster system
Fibre reinforced for durability
Rapid drying between coats
Suitable for selected damp substrates
25kg bags in quantity options

FROM £189.96

Starting price for available bag-quantity options. Select your required quantity on the product page.

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25kg bags. The final price depends on the selected product variation.

Complete Your Limelite Plaster System

Limelite Easy Bond and High Impact Finishing Plaster are complementary products within the breathable plaster system.

BREATHABLE PRIMER Limelite Easy Bond breathable primer 5kg

Limelite Easy Bond – 5kg

Breathable primer designed to help regulate suction, improve adhesion and prepare suitable substrates before applying Limelite Renovating Plaster.

5kg primer product
Improves adhesion on suitable surfaces
Helps control substrate suction
Useful on selected older masonry
Contains salt-inhibiting properties

£77.99

Supplied catalogue price

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BREATHABLE FINISH Limelite High Impact Finishing Plaster 25kg

Limelite High Impact Finishing Plaster – 25kg Bags

Hard-wearing breathable finishing plaster designed to be used over Limelite Renovating Plaster as part of the specified plaster system.

Durable finishing plaster
Breathable formulation
Designed for Limelite backing coats
Suitable for renovation projects
25kg bags in quantity options

FROM £184.20

Starting price – select bag quantity on product page

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THE LIMELITE PLASTER SYSTEM

Three Products. One Breathable Plaster System.

Limelite Renovating Plaster forms the main backing coat, with complementary priming and finishing products available for the appropriate specification.

Prepare With Easy Bond

Limelite Easy Bond is a breathable primer used to help prepare appropriate substrates, control suction and promote adhesion.

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Apply Renovating Plaster

The main breathable renovating plaster provides the specified backing coat on compatible substrates.

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Finish With High Impact

Apply compatible Limelite High Impact Finishing Plaster for the specified breathable final finish.

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BREATHABLE RENOVATING PLASTER

Why Choose Limelite Renovating Plaster?

Many traditional buildings use solid walls and other construction methods that benefit from compatible, vapour-permeable finishes.

Limelite Renovating Plaster has been developed to combine the practical advantages of modern pre-blended plaster with the breathability associated with traditional lime-based materials.

The formulation allows moisture vapour to move through the plaster system, helping suitable substrates dry rather than trapping moisture behind an incompatible finish.

It also contains salt-inhibiting ingredients, making it particularly useful in appropriate renovation and damp remediation work.

Its lightweight, fibre-reinforced construction helps with workability and reduces the risk of shrinkage-related cracking.

Key Advantages

Vapour-permeable plaster system
Helps manage salt contamination
Useful for older solid-wall properties
Suitable for selected damp substrates
Lightweight compared with traditional dense mixes
Fibre reinforcement helps limit shrinkage
Rapid drying between suitable coats
Compatible system finishing plaster available
Useful for heritage and flood repair projects

LIMELITE APPLICATIONS

Where Can Limelite Renovating Plaster Be Used?

Limelite Renovating Plaster is intended for suitable modern and traditional substrates where a breathable plaster system is required.

It is particularly relevant to refurbishment and restoration projects involving older brickwork, stone walls and other traditional building materials.

The system may also be considered for appropriately assessed damp-affected walls, flood remediation and areas affected by salt contamination.

Where moisture is entering through a building defect, the source should be investigated and corrected.

Typical Applications

Older houses and period properties
Solid brick walls
Traditional stone masonry
Historic building restoration
Property renovation projects
Flood damage refurbishment
Damp-affected wall repairs
Salt-contaminated masonry
Suitable wooden lath substrates

LIMELITE QUANTITY PLANNING

How Much Limelite Renovating Plaster Do I Need?

The amount of plaster required depends on wall area and application thickness.

Application Thickness	Approximate Coverage per 25kg Bag	Typical Application
10mm	3m²	Relatively even prepared walls
20mm	1.5m²	Greater total build-up
30mm	1m²	Thicker total build-up over multiple coats

Coverage figures are approximate manufacturer data and exclude wastage. Individual coats should follow the specified thickness limits and drying intervals.

Example – 30m² Wall Area

At a total thickness of 10mm, and a nominal coverage of 3m² per 25kg bag:

30m² ÷ 3m² = approximately 10 bags before wastage.

Allow additional material for uneven substrates, waste and site conditions. Confirm the quantity required with your installer.

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PREPARATION & PLASTERING

How to Apply Limelite Renovating Plaster

Correct surface preparation, suitable priming and compatible finishing materials are essential for the performance of the system.

Prepare the Substrate

Remove loose material, defective finishes and incompatible coatings. Check that the substrate is suitable, and use Limelite Easy Bond where specified by the manufacturer's instructions.

Apply Renovating Plaster

Mix and apply according to the current product technical data sheet. On suitable solid substrates, individual coats are generally applied at 7–15mm. Build up greater thicknesses in stages.

Finish the Plaster System

Allow the required drying time and apply Limelite High Impact Finishing Plaster. Use compatible breathable decorative finishes when ready.

IMPORTANT PLASTER COMPATIBILITY

Why the Correct Finishing Plaster Matters

Breathability is one of the main reasons for choosing Limelite Renovating Plaster.

Applying an incompatible finish can reduce the effectiveness of the intended plaster system.

Manufacturer guidance specifies Limelite High Impact Finishing Plaster as the appropriate skim coat over Limelite Renovating Plaster.

Ordinary gypsum finishing plaster should not be used as a substitute within this system.

Decorative paints should also be selected with breathability in mind, particularly where moisture movement through traditional masonry is important.

Complete System Checklist

Suitable prepared substrate
Limelite Easy Bond where specified
Limelite Renovating Plaster base coat
Correct drying intervals
Limelite High Impact Finishing Plaster
Compatible breathable decoration
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Limelite Renovating Plaster Technical Information

Useful manufacturer specification information for planning and product selection.

Specification	Limelite Renovating Plaster
Packaging	25kg bags
Product Type	Lightweight breathable renovating plaster
Reinforcement	Fibre reinforced
Dry Powder Density	Approximately 600kg/m³
Air-Dried Density	Approximately 800kg/m³
Compressive Strength at 28 Days	Approximately 3.0N/mm²
Flexural Strength at 28 Days	Approximately 1.4N/mm²
Recommended Finish	Limelite High Impact Finishing Plaster
Nominal Coverage at 10mm	Approximately 3m² per 25kg bag

Figures are based on published product technical information. Refer to the latest manufacturer instructions for the full specification and application details.

LIMELITE QUESTIONS ANSWERED

Limelite Renovating Plaster FAQs

Answers to common questions about breathable plaster, damp-affected walls, coverage, application and compatible finishes.

What is Limelite Renovating Plaster?

Limelite Renovating Plaster is a lightweight, fibre-reinforced breathable plaster developed for suitable renovation, restoration and remedial plastering applications.

Can Limelite Renovating Plaster be used on damp walls?

It is designed for suitable damp-affected substrates and allows moisture vapour to move through the plaster. The underlying cause of damp must still be investigated and treated where necessary.

Is Limelite Renovating Plaster breathable?

Yes. Breathability is a principal feature of Limelite Renovating Plaster. It is intended to support moisture movement through compatible plaster systems.

Is Limelite suitable for older properties?

Yes, it can be suitable for many traditional and historic buildings, including compatible solid brick and stone substrates. The building's construction and condition should be assessed first.

Will Limelite Renovating Plaster stop rising damp?

Limelite is a breathable renovating plaster, not a guaranteed cure for rising damp. Its properties can help manage moisture and salt effects on suitable walls, but the source of damp must be properly diagnosed.

Is Limelite Renovating Plaster salt resistant?

The formulation contains salt-inhibiting ingredients intended to help manage salt transfer and efflorescence. Heavy contamination may require additional preparation or primer specified by the manufacturer.

How much area does a 25kg bag cover?

Manufacturer figures indicate approximately 3m² per 25kg bag at 10mm thickness, or approximately 1.5m² at 20mm total thickness, before wastage.

How thick can Limelite Renovating Plaster be applied?

On suitable solid substrates, individual coats are generally specified between 7mm and 15mm. Greater total thickness should be achieved in multiple coats according to manufacturer instructions.

How long does Limelite Renovating Plaster take to dry?

Published product guidance commonly specifies a minimum of 24 hours between suitable coats. Actual drying depends on temperature, ventilation, substrate moisture and application conditions.

Can I skim Limelite with standard gypsum plaster?

No. Manufacturer guidance specifies Limelite High Impact Finishing Plaster as the compatible finishing coat. Ordinary gypsum finishing plaster is not recommended over Limelite Renovating Plaster.

Do I need Limelite Easy Bond?

Limelite Easy Bond is the system primer used for specified substrates and preparation conditions. Follow the manufacturer's current guidance to determine how the substrate should be primed.

Can I use Limelite on stone walls?

Limelite Renovating Plaster is suitable for certain traditional stone and masonry substrates when correctly prepared. Check compatibility with the actual wall construction and proposed finish.

Is Limelite suitable after flood damage?

Limelite Renovating Plaster is used in suitable flood remediation projects where a breathable plastering system is required. The building should be assessed and properly prepared before replastering.

Does Limelite help reduce mould?

The lime-based, breathable formulation can help make conditions less favourable for mould growth on suitable treated surfaces. Persistent humidity, water ingress and ventilation problems must also be addressed.

Can I paint over Limelite plaster?

Yes, once suitably dry and finished. The manufacturer recommends compatible breathable paints, including appropriate mineral or water-based products, to preserve the intended performance of the system.

Is the starting price for one 25kg bag?

The Limelite Renovating Plaster listing has selectable bag-quantity variations. The displayed FROM price is the starting price for the available options. Select the required number of bags on the product page for the applicable price.

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