Lime Plaster Ceiling Repair for Old Homes | Decorative Cornice & Moulding Restoration Tips

About this episode

This episode discusses lime plaster ceiling repairs and restoration of decorative features in historic UK homes.

In this final episode of our Lime Series, we’re joined once again by master plasterer Sean Wheatley to explore the finer details of working with lime plaster on ceilings, restoring decorative cornices, and repairing historic mouldings in older UK homes.We cover:How to approach lime plaster ceiling repairs safely and effectivelyWhy cornices and ceiling roses matter for character and breathabilityCommon causes of ceiling failure in older buildingsRepairing and replacing traditional decorative plasterworkReal-world tips from decades of experience working on Victorian and Edwardian homesHow to blend new and original plaster seamlesslyWhether you're dealing with sagging ceilings, cracked cornices, or missing mouldings, this episode will help you understand what to do — and what to avoid — when working with lime plaster in period properties.🔔 Subscribe to our channel for expert advice on maintaining and restoring older homes📣 This wraps up our series on lime — next, we’re diving into a whole new theme. Hit the bell to be notified when the next series goes live!🔗 Links👉 Expertible – 1:1 video consultations with independent heritage professionals👉 Stephen Boniface Associates –…

People in this episode

Hosts: Stephen Boniface, Rich Alesbury

Guest: Sean Wheatley

Topics covered

• lime plaster
• ceiling repair
• decorative cornices
• historic mouldings
• UK homes
• conservation

Keywords

• lime plaster
• ceiling repair
• decorative cornices
• historic mouldings
• Victorian homes
• Edwardian homes
• plasterwork
• restoration tips

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Stephen Boniface Associates

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