Brick Limewash & Exterior Limewash Experts in the Greater Toronto Area
Transform Your Brick Home with High-Quality Limewash
We are a locally owned and operated company specializing in brick limewash and exterior limewash services across the GTA, Muskoka, and Southern Ontario. With a commitment to high-quality workmanship and premium materials, we help homeowners achieve a timeless, elegant finish that enhances curb appeal and protects their home’s exterior.
What Is Limewash?
Understanding Limewash: A Centuries-Old Natural Finish
Limewash is a traditional, breathable coating made from limestone that has been crushed, burned, and slaked with water to create calcium hydroxide (lime putty). This natural material has been used for centuries to protect and beautify brick, stone, and masonry surfaces.
Unlike modern paints that form a film on the surface, limewash actually penetrates and bonds with brick through a process called carbonation. As it cures, limewash reabsorbs carbon dioxide from the air and reverts to limestone, creating a durable, mineral finish that becomes part of the brick itself.
Our premium limewash products combine this time-tested formula with modern additives for enhanced durability and application properties, perfect for Toronto's challenging climate.
Benefits of Limewash vs. Conventional Paint
Why Choose Limewash for Your Brick Home?
Breathability: Limewash allows moisture to escape from masonry, preventing trapped moisture issues that lead to deterioration and mold when using conventional paints
Natural Aging: Develops a beautiful, authentic patina over time that enhances architectural character
Environmental Benefits: Made from natural materials with low VOCs and minimal environmental impact
Historical Authenticity: Perfect for maintaining the integrity of heritage homes while refreshing their appearance
Unique Aesthetic: Creates a distinctive, soft, matte finish with subtle color variations impossible to achieve with ordinary paint
Self-Healing: Minor cracks tend to reseal during natural weathering cycles
Naturally Antimicrobial: Inhibits mold and mildew growth thanks to its high pH level
Repairable: Can be easily touched up without visible patches, unlike conventional paints
While conventional exterior paints seal and trap moisture within brick, potentially causing long-term damage, our lime-based solutions protect your home while allowing it to breathe naturally as intended.
Our limewash services are available throughout:
Toronto
Mississauga
Brampton
Markham
Richmond Hill
Vaughan
Oakville
Burlington
Milton
Ajax
Pickering
Whitby
Oshawa
Scarborough
Etobicoke
North York
We also provide specialized limewash services to homeowners in:
Muskoka region
Collingwood
Barrie
Most of Southern Ontario
Distance is no obstacle when it comes to bringing the beauty of authentic limewash to your brick home.
Proudly Serving the Greater Toronto Area and Beyond
Our Process
The Brick Limewash Toronto Approach
At Brick Limewash Toronto, we follow a refined, proven process to ensure exceptional results for your home. Our straightforward approach delivers beautiful, long-lasting limewash finishes with minimal disruption to your daily life.
1. Colour & Finish Selection
Our process begins with a personalized consultation to help you select the perfect limewash colour and finish for your home. We consider your home's architectural style, surrounding landscape, and your aesthetic preferences to create a customized look that enhances your property's unique character. We provide sample applications on small areas of your brick to ensure you're completely satisfied with your selection before proceeding.
2. Surface & Surroundings Preparation
Proper preparation is essential for a flawless limewash application. Our team meticulously:
Cleans all brick surfaces to remove dirt, debris, and any loose material
Repairs any damaged mortar or brick as needed (optional)
Thoroughly protects surrounding areas including windows, doors, landscaping, and hardscaping
Ensures proper moisture levels in the brick for optimal limewash adherence
This careful preparation creates the ideal foundation for your limewash application and protects your property's other elements.
3. Professional Application
Our skilled technicians apply your chosen limewash with precision and care:
Techniques that ensure proper penetration into the brick
Expert "cutting" around trim, windows, and architectural details
Multiple coats as needed to achieve the desired opacity and finish
Consistent application to ensure even coverage and authentic character
Careful attention to weather conditions for optimal curing
4. Thorough Clean-Up
We respect your property as if it were our own. Once your limewash application is complete:
All protection materials are carefully removed
The entire work area is thoroughly cleaned
All equipment and materials are removed from your property
A final inspection ensures no detail has been overlooked
Before we consider the job complete, we conduct a walkthrough with you to ensure your complete satisfaction with both the finished appearance and the condition of your property.
At Brick Limewash Toronto, we specialize in both authentic limewash and traditional whitewash applications, offering homeowners multiple options for achieving a timeless, sophisticated look for their brick homes.
Limewash: Subtle Sophistication
Limewash is made from crushed limestone that has been burned and slaked with water to create calcium hydroxide. When applied to brick, it penetrates the surface and undergoes carbonation—essentially turning back into limestone within the brick itself. This creates:
A soft, matte finish with subtle dimension and depth
A natural patina that develops character over time
A semi-transparent appearance that allows some of the brick's texture and variation to show through
A durable finish that becomes part of the masonry
Limewash creates an elegant, European-inspired aesthetic that's equally at home on historic properties and contemporary designs seeking sophisticated character.
Whitewash: Bright Simplicity
Traditional whitewash, while similar, has distinct characteristics:
Typically made from lime, salt, and water
Creates a brighter, more opaque white finish
Provides less texture and dimension than limewash
Often appears more casual and rustic
Can be formulated to wear away gradually for a deliberate "weathered" appearance
Whitewash is perfect for achieving that clean, bright farmhouse look or creating a deliberate aged appearance on newer structures.
Our Specialty: Mastering Both Techniques
Our team has extensive experience with both limewash and whitewash applications, allowing us to:
Help you choose the finish that best suits your home's architecture and your aesthetic goals
Customize the opacity and texture to achieve your desired look
Apply either technique with proper preparation for maximum durability
Create unique blends and approaches that combine elements of both traditions
Whether you're drawn to the subtle sophistication of limewash or the bright simplicity of whitewash, our expertise ensures a beautiful, lasting transformation for your brick home.
Which Is Right For Your Home?
During our consultation, we'll discuss:
Your home's architectural style
The condition and type of your existing brick
Your color preferences and desired level of opacity
The overall look and feel you want to achieve.
Natural Heritage & Outdoor Living at The Whitewash vs. Limewash: Two Distinct Classic Finishes
