Masonry Painters in the Cotswolds

Render is common across post-war housing in Cirencester and Fairford, as well as on extensions to older stone properties. Smooth, pebbledash, and textured renders each have different preparation requirements.

We inspect render for cracking, hollow sections, and moisture ingress before any paint is applied. We use breathable silicone-modified masonry paint as standard, allowing moisture vapour to escape while repelling liquid water.

Victorian and Edwardian properties in Stroud, Nailsworth, and the older parts of Cirencester often have exposed brick on chimney stacks, rear elevations, and outbuildings.

We assess whether paint removal is needed or whether overcoating with a breathable masonry paint will give a better long-term result. All mortar joints are checked and repaired before priming.

Cotswold limestone is porous by nature. Where stone has been painted previously, or where a client wants weather protection, breathable lime-compatible masonry paint is the correct choice.

Stone on listed buildings in Chipping Campden, Tetbury, and Painswick requires particular care. We advise on appropriate products and recommend consulting the conservation officer where needed.

The most important factor in masonry painting on period property is breathability. Walls built with lime mortar regulate moisture by absorbing and releasing water vapour through the fabric of the building.

We specify breathable paints across all masonry work as standard: silicone-modified emulsions for rendered surfaces, limewash for unrendered stone, and microporous coatings for high-exposure elevations.

The Cotswolds’ rural setting and high rainfall mean algae, lichen, moss, and black spot are common on north-facing walls and shaded elevations. Painting over live growth makes it come back faster.

We treat growth with a mould treatment, allow adequate dwell time, then brush off and rinse before preparation begins. A fungicidal additive can be incorporated into the final coat to extend the growth-free period.