[Cob] cleaning lime plaster walls?

[Bernhard Masterson]

Lime wash is not generally cleaned, rather a fresh application of lime wash is used to renew the walls.

- Bernhard 



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> Date: Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:20:16 -0700
> From: "Tys Sniffen" <tys at ideamountain.com>
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> Subject: [Cob] cleaning lime plaster walls?
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> So, my lime washed earthen plaster walls (and built in furniture) are
> starting to look like they need some cleaning.  Anyone have any experience
> cleaning a lime washed wall without rubbing off the white?  
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> I usually use vinegar in all my cleaning projects, but it seems to be a bit
> harsh on the wall, and doesn't seem to pull off the dirt the way I would
> like. 
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> I did some searching online, but only found this:
> http://www.ehow.com/how_8021221_way-clean-plaster-walls.html and wondered if
> there was any other ideas.
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> Cheers,
> 
> Tys
>