Cracks in Your Lime Finish?

Don’t Panic – Here’s an Easy Fix
You might look at a freshly applied lime finish and, to your horror, see it riddled with hairline fractures. Some might call it a plastering disaster, but don’t worry—this is actually a common issue, and better yet, there’s a straightforward fix.

Why do lime plaster cracks appear?
Cracks in lime plaster typically form when the material dries too quickly. This can happen due to:

Excessive heat or direct sunlight during curing
Strong airflow or wind speeding up evaporation
Insufficient dampening of the substrate before application

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