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Monday 9am - 5pm Tuesday 9am - 5pm Wednesday 9am - 5pm Thursday 9am - 5pm Friday 9am - 5pm Saturday 9am - 5pm

Breathe Homes Plastering, 455 Wick Lane, London (2026)

Our services encompass:

- Lime and clay plastering for traditional
- Brick cleaning
- Window Cill Cleaning and restoration
- Front doorway repair
- Internal woodwork restoration
- Decorating in zero VOC paints, limewash and distemper
- Damp treatment and repair

22/08/2024

Transform Your Home with Minimal Upheaval: The Power of Lime Paints
One of the most effective and low-disruption ways to transform your home is by using lime-based paints like Auro Airfresh – Auro 328. These paints offer significant benefits for both your living environment and health.

Breathability: Lime paints allow walls to "breathe," preventing moisture buildup, mold, and mildew. This is especially important for older buildings or any space prone to dampness.

Air Quality: Auro Airfresh – Auro 328 improves indoor air quality by absorbing pollutants like formaldehyde, which can be emitted by furniture and other materials. This makes it an excellent choice for those with allergies or respiratory issues.

Versatile Application: One of the best features of Auro Airfresh – Auro 328 is its ability to be applied directly onto gypsum plaster. However, if your walls are covered with vinyl paint, it must be removed first, as vinyl paint blocks breathability. Once removed, simply clean the surface and apply the lime paint for a beautiful, breathable finish.

Durability and Aesthetic Appeal: Lime paints provide a matte finish that ages gracefully, adding character to your home. They are also durable and can be easily refreshed with a new coat, making them a long-term, sustainable choice.

With minimal preparation, lime paints like Auro Airfresh – Auro 328 offer a powerful way to refresh your home, enhancing both its aesthetic and health benefits.

Get in touch for advice and assistance with your next project

20/05/2024

5 Critical Insights on Gypsum in Homes

1. Gypsum is mainly a byproduct from coal power plants. Its use in construction reduces sulfur dioxide but has drawbacks, like poor drying once wet, leading to humidity and mold issues.

2. Its crystalline nature prevents cracking but holds moisture. This can escalate indoor humidity, especially in homes with poor ventilation, nurturing mold growth.

3. Used since ancient Egypt, gypsum's modern application in homes, particularly in the UK, has resulted in indoor air quality concerns due to inadequate ventilation for its moisture retention.

4. While beneficial in agriculture for its pH neutrality, in homes, this can encourage mold on damp gypsum surfaces lacking in natural acidity or alkalinity to deter growth.

5. Gypsum plaster's moisture affinity can make UK homes prone to high humidity, promoting mold that poses health risks. Reports show such conditions leading to severe ailments and fatalities, highlighting the need for improved construction materials and practices.

Despite gypsum's longstanding use, its implications in residential settings, especially in high humidity environments like the UK, posture serious health and air quality issues, stemming from its moisture-related properties and subsequent mold growth.

For expert advice on maintaining healthy indoor air quality, contact us at Breathe.

09/05/2024

This is an image of an in progress ceiling, it was the original Lathe and Plaster, certain sections where sagging and needed to be repaired, we sanded much of it to create a key and reduce the overall weight, but much of the ceiling was stable.

With modern products like Fibreglass mesh, we are able to strengthen the entire ceiling. and provide a a renewed lime finish. No stains come through as the old finishing coat is completely sanded off.

this ensures a sustainable cost effective way for people to have their ceiling restored, maintaining vapour permeability and not being forced to use gypsum.

08/05/2024

🏡 Why Lime & Clay Are Perfect for Every Home

Did you know that lime and clay aren’t just for traditional buildings? These natural materials are ideal for any home, providing breathability, natural humidity control, and an unbeatable aesthetic that blends with any style—from ultra-modern to historic.

Why Choose Lime & Clay?

Eco-Friendly: Sourced from natural earth materials, causing minimal impact on our environment.
Durability: Structures built with these materials have stood the test of time.
Healthy Living: Offers a natural way to regulate indoor climates, reducing mold and humidity.
Aesthetic Appeal: Delivers a unique, tactile finish that cannot be replicated with synthetic products.
🛠️ Our Services Include:

Lime Plastering: Perfect for both interior and exterior walls.
Clay Plastering: Excellent for creating warm and inviting atmospheres.
Brick Cleaning: Restoring the original charm and beauty of exposed brickwork.
Limewash and Limepaint: Natural and vibrant finishes that age gracefully.
Whether you are renovating a classic property or building a new home, our sustainable and stylish solutions ensure your space isn’t just beautiful but also maintains the integrity of green building principles.

🌍 Embrace the elegance and resilience of lime and clay in your next project! Contact us today to discover how we can transform your space.

06/05/2024

Lime and clay plaster brings a multitude of benefits to your home beyond traditional aesthetics. It excels in regulating indoor humidity levels, creating a healthier environment by reducing allergens like dust mites and pollen. This natural ability helps alleviate common issues such as hay fever. Moreover, lime and clay plasters are champions in temperature regulation, keeping interiors cooler in summer and retaining warmth during winter, leading to energy savings. Their high pH also makes them naturally antibacterial, contributing to a cleaner living space. Alongside their practical benefits, these materials add an unrivaled, timeless beauty to any room. Choose lime and clay plaster for a sustainable, efficient, and aesthetically pleasing home solution.

Address

455 Wick Lane
London
E32TB

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9am - 5pm

Telephone

+442034882457

Website

https://www.breathehomes.co/

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