GMC Plastering

GMC Plastering GMC Plastering & Heritage Works – Bedford plaster specialists. Traditional lime plastering, heritage restorations, dry lining & decorative finishes.

Skilled craftsmanship for homes & historic buildings. Call 07497 819344.

Chapel circa 1658 Lathwork 🏡 The History of Lathwork in Timber BuildingsLathwork has been used for centuries as the sup...
24/01/2026

Chapel circa 1658 Lathwork

🏡 The History of Lathwork in Timber Buildings

Lathwork has been used for centuries as the supporting framework for lime render on timber-framed buildings. Early examples appear in medieval England (c. 1100), becoming widespread in Tudor times (1485–1603). Thin timber strips were fixed horizontally with small gaps, allowing the render to key through and form a strong, flexible bond with the structure.

To prevent cracking, laths were traditionally staggered every eight lengths, breaking joint lines and relieving stress.

This method remained standard in the UK into the 19th century and is still essential today for restoring historic timber buildings with lime render.

There’s real pride in knowing your work could still be admired 400 years from now.

For advice on your property:

📞 Phone: 07497819344
✉️ Email: [email protected]

🏡 YOUR DAMP PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY MODERN PLASTER, NOT YOUR WALLS If your house was built before the 1950s, gypsum plaste...
21/01/2026

🏡 YOUR DAMP PROBLEM WAS CAUSED BY MODERN PLASTER, NOT YOUR WALLS

If your house was built before the 1950s, gypsum plaster can trap moisture, cause damp, and lead to cracking.

🏡 Lime plaster works with traditional walls: Allows moisture to escape

Self-heals hairline cracks
Protects brick and stone long-term

🏡 Question for owners of period properties:

Are your walls damaged because the wrong plaster or modern finishes have been used, or could they be restored with the correct lime plaster?

Many damp problems in period buildings aren’t structural, they’re caused by modern plaster trapping moisture.

Traditional buildings were designed to breathe, which is why lime plaster was originally used.

If you want guidance or have questions about your walls. I’ll explain what’s really happening.

GMC Plastering








Large Barn Conversion – Lime PlasteringHydraulic lime finishes applied to large feature walls, combining durability with...
04/11/2025

Large Barn Conversion – Lime Plastering

Hydraulic lime finishes applied to large feature walls, combining durability with a clean, traditional look.

📞 07497 819344 | ✉️ [email protected]

Checkatrade Approved

17th-Century Limestone House, Circa 1650Careful restoration with haired & unhaired lime plaster and lime-rendered plinth...
04/11/2025

17th-Century Limestone House, Circa 1650

Careful restoration with haired & unhaired lime plaster and lime-rendered plinths, preserving the building’s historic character.

📞 07497 819344 | ✉️ [email protected]

✅ Checkatrade Approved

GRADE II LISTED CHAPEL, CIRCA 1658 - Heritage Lime RenderingApplied traditional lime render over original wooden lath a...
04/07/2025

GRADE II LISTED CHAPEL, CIRCA 1658 - Heritage Lime Rendering

Applied traditional lime render over original wooden lath and brickwork to protect and preserve this historic building.

The process included:

Preparation – Re.- application of wooden laths & s**t coat application to the brickwork.

Base coat – haired lime applied to provide strength and durability.

Top coat – unhaired lime applied for a smooth, fine finish.

Finishing – hand-finished with a traditional wooden float, giving a classic heritage texture.
All work carried out with care to maintain breathability, historic character, and longevity.

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✅ Checkatrade Approved

Grade II listed farmhouse with wattle and daub, circa 1650Property Type: Grade II Listed buildingWorks Carried Out:Wattl...
23/06/2025

Grade II listed farmhouse with wattle and daub, circa 1650

Property Type: Grade II Listed building

Works Carried Out:

Wattle & Daub repairs

Wooden lath work

Traditional lime plastering, using both haired and unhaired lime

Finished with a traditional wooden float

Notes:

All works completed in accordance with heritage best practices

Materials and methods were appropriate for the listed status of the property

Work completed to a professional standard, preserving the building’s historic integrity

Contact Information:

Phone: 07497 819344

Email: [email protected]

Checkatrade approved!

Victorian Property, Northamptonshire – Rendering WorksTwo-coat render system to the side elevation, including formed ban...
11/04/2025

Victorian Property, Northamptonshire – Rendering Works

Two-coat render system to the side elevation, including formed bands and plinths. Existing render removed and the substrate sealed with Rendergrip for a solid, long-lasting finish.

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✅ Checkatrade Approved

Lime Restoration Work – Protecting Timber, Honouring TraditionCarefully applied lime plaster between the original oak be...
17/01/2025

Lime Restoration Work – Protecting Timber, Honouring Tradition

Carefully applied lime plaster between the original oak beams, using a meticulous, hand-finished approach to protect the timber, achieve crisp lines, and preserve the building’s character.

Areas that had previously been boarded were made good and seamlessly incorporated into the plasterwork, creating a uniform, authentic finish.

📞 07497 819344 | ✉️ [email protected]

Victorian Town House – Interior Lime PlasteringDining room feature walls finished in lime. Once the exposed brickwork is...
19/12/2024

Victorian Town House – Interior Lime Plastering

Dining room feature walls finished in lime. Once the exposed brickwork is cleaned and re-pointed in lime, the Victorian fireplace will really stand out when installed.

• Dry-lined and skimmed
• Created a lime feature fireplace wall
• Walls reinforced with embedded fibreglass mesh

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✅ Checkatrade Approved

Lime Restoration WorkMeticulously applied lime plaster between the original oak beams, carefully worked by hand to achie...
13/12/2024

Lime Restoration Work

Meticulously applied lime plaster between the original oak beams, carefully worked by hand to achieve crisp lines and a seamless finish. The customer had previously boarded some areas, which we made good and incorporated into the lime plastering, preserving the timber and enhancing the character of the building.

📞 07497 819344
✉️ [email protected]

Grade ll Listed cottage Lime restoration Old Oak Beams.
10/12/2024

Grade ll Listed cottage
Lime restoration
Old Oak Beams.

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