"I was very hesitant using paint for cabinets. After researching varied options and after meeting with the sales person m…"
John Serio
Limewash in New Orleans
Your Limewash Project, From Consultation to Completion
From historic brick facades in the Marigny to raised-home foundations in Algiers Point, limewash gives New Orleans masonry a soft, breathable, old-world finish that suits our Gulf-South character.
We assess your brick, stone, or stucco surface to ensure it's suitable for limewash application, check moisture levels, and discuss opacity, color options, and the organic finish style you're looking for.
1
Surface Evaluation. We assess your brick, stone, or stucco surface to ensure it's suitable for limewash application, check moisture levels, and discuss opacity, color options, and the organic finish style you're looking for.
We clean the masonry surface, dampen it thoroughly, and hand-apply multiple coats of authentic slaked-lime wash using premium Romabio or Meoded products for natural depth, variation, and breathability.
2
Prep & Apply. We clean the masonry surface, dampen it thoroughly, and hand-apply multiple coats of authentic slaked-lime wash using premium Romabio or Meoded products for natural depth, variation, and breathability.
Limewash cures naturally over several days, developing its signature textured patina. We inspect the final result and ensure the coverage and tone meet your aesthetic vision for your New Orleans home.
3
Cure & Inspect. Limewash cures naturally over several days, developing its signature textured patina. We inspect the final result and ensure the coverage and tone meet your aesthetic vision for your New Orleans home.
Number of Territories
400+
Number of Paint Jobs
20,000+
5-Star Reviews5-Star
Reviews5 Star Reviews
10,000+
Honest Reviews from Real Homeowners
"They took my drab white house and transformed it into a dreamy blue cottage complete with Robin eggs blue porch ceiling,…"
Lynn Ben'Ami
"That Painter did a great job. I had the interior painted and it was done within the time frame promised and the painters…"
NAVJOT REDPATH
"Fresh new look with a great dependable team. They took the time to do a wonderful job and worked with me as adjustments…"
Rhonda Davis
"I was very hesitant using paint for cabinets. After researching varied options and after meeting with the sales person m…"
John Serio
"They took my drab white house and transformed it into a dreamy blue cottage complete with Robin eggs blue porch ceiling,…"
Lynn Ben'Ami
"That Painter did a great job. I had the interior painted and it was done within the time frame promised and the painters…"
NAVJOT REDPATH
"Fresh new look with a great dependable team. They took the time to do a wonderful job and worked with me as adjustments…"
Rhonda Davis
"Monica is super kind and so is the team. I know from personal experience that they will do whatever they can to not only…"
Chelsey Salisbury
"They did a great job and very polite. Thanks"
MICHAEL SOILEAU
"The company is one of the best companies I have had the pleasure of working with in New Orleans. They went above and bey…"
Michael Carter
"My experience with 1 Painter was exceptional from start to finish. I initially reached out to have a few rooms painted,…"
Owen Phyfer
"The team was very responsive, quick, and professional. Everyone I spoke with was extremely friendly and helpful. Highly…"
Ashley Scharr
"I just posted a review and meant it to be a 5 but realized I hit 4!"
Amy Galley
"This was a great experience. Everyone was very responsive and professional. They accommodated some last minute changes.…"
Lindsey Chopin
"Had a small bathroom that needed updating. The crews were friendly, on time and took care to make sure everything was do…"
Kathleen Galle
What Limewash Costs in New Orleans (2026)
20–30 yrs
Typical lifespan of properly applied limewash
industry standard
2–5%
Perceived home value increase from refreshed brick exterior
industry analysis
7%
More that high curb-appeal homes sell for
NAR
Limewash Portfolio Gallery
Trusted Paint Partners
Limewash for New Orleans Brick Homes
Limewash reads especially well on New Orleans brick because the finish is designed to move with a masonry substrate rather than sit on top of it as a film. That matters on French Quarter Creole townhouses, Uptown and Garden District brick facades, Mid-City doubles, and the brick veneer facades across Old Metairie and Mandeville, where humid Gulf Coast summers and hurricane rain stress any acrylic film. Crews mix the wash on-site so the mineral content matches the substrate rather than shipping a one-size product to every job.
Color choices here trend toward warm bone whites, soft sandy greiges, and layered heritage tones that let mortar and brick breathe visually. Historic French Quarter, Marigny, and Garden District homes read especially well in a soft aged-white wash that lets the original brick color show through, and VCC or HDLC approval is required in those protected districts. Because limewash cures by carbonation rather than film formation, application windows are chased around surface temperature and humidity, and our writeup on masonry-flat coatings on colorful brick and stucco covers where a mineral wash outperforms a standard masonry paint.
Limewash weathers gracefully through Gulf Coast humidity and hurricane season, taking on a soft patina rather than peeling or flaking like a failed acrylic. Touch-ups are simple because the product blends into itself, and pairing with fresh brick painting on a chimney or wainscot creates a coordinated envelope. Every limewash scope is covered by our 3-year transferable warranty.
Our 3-Year Warranty
Your peace of mind, at the top of mind with our three-year transferable warranty. Covers the painting job, even if you sell the house.
Download Warranty
Limewash FAQs in New Orleans
Yes. Limewash is breathable, letting moisture escape rather than trapping it against masonry, which suits the humid climate of New Orleans, Gretna, and Metairie. Our work is backed by a 3-year transferable warranty.
Every limewash project includes a free color consultation, so we help you pick a tone that complements historic and suburban homes alike across Kenner, Chalmette, and Marrero.
Yes, a bonding-primed limewash system is designed for previously painted brick on Uptown and Old Metairie homes. Raw brick takes traditional limewash directly. Both routes are walked at the free in-home estimate.
Modern limewash carries a soft, mineral finish that ages naturally through Gulf coast humidity and UV. Sheltered elevations weather slower than full-sun ones. Recoat intervals are walked at the free in-home estimate.
Traditional off-whites, warm ivories, and soft greiges are the most common on Orleans and Jefferson Parish limewash projects. Custom-tinted limewash is available for Garden District and Mandeville homes matching a specific palette. Samples are done on-site during the free in-home estimate.
Limewash Resources
Expert tips, how-to guides, and inspiration for your next limewash project.
What Is Limewash? A Complete Guide
Limewash is an ancient mineral finish that creates soft, chalky texture with natural depth and movement.
Read More →
Limewash vs. German Smear vs. Paint
All three transform brick differently. Here's a side-by-side comparison to help you choose.
Read More →
How Long Does Limewash Last?
Limewash weathers beautifully and can last decades on properly prepared masonry surfaces.
Read More →Swipe to explore →
What Is Limewash? A Complete Guide
Limewash is an ancient mineral finish that creates soft, chalky texture with natural depth and movement.
Read More →Limewash vs. German Smear vs. Paint
All three transform brick differently. Here's a side-by-side comparison to help you choose.
Read More →How Long Does Limewash Last?
Limewash weathers beautifully and can last decades on properly prepared masonry surfaces.
Read More →