Questions and Answers for ROMABIO 1-qt. Avorio White Limewash Interior/Exterior Paint

A:  No. They are not the same.

A:  You would need to clean the brick thoroughly before applying the product. It is worth noting that brick that old will have absorbed a lot of minerals and pollutants over the years. They may bleed through any paint you apply, but it typically happens faster with mineral paints. If that happens, you should reach out to the team at info@romabio.com and they can explain how to spot treat those areas.

A:  There is no difference. The fireplace kit just includes some items, such as the brush to help the project. You can purchase the Romabio Masonry Brush separately if you prefer. Always test the surface with water to be sure it can absorb it. If your surface can't absorb water readily, it won't hold the limewash either so that is the first step. If it can, dilute Classico Limewash 50% to 100% with clean water (1 part limewash to between 1/2 and 1 part water). The less water, the fuller the coverage. Then distress the areas you'd like to see the brick come thru. Contact us at info@romabio.com if you need more help.

A:  No. Classico Limewash cannot be applied to pre-painted surfaces. You can use MicroGrip primer or another mineral-based primer 1st if you want to. But they will be fully opaque at that point so we would probably not suggest limewash at that point. Romabio does make interior paints. Check out romabio.com for more info.

A:  The product works on raw natural brick only. It can't stick to any kind of synthetic materials without MicroGrip primer or another mineral-based primer.

A:  Online options limit you to the colors available only. Only an independent, authorized Romabio retailer can provide custom tinted product for you. You can go to our website to find the paint store nearest you on the Where to Buy tab or reach out to us at info@romabio.com and we can assist you.

A:  I'm not sure tests have been done with our product to show any significant changes. But typically lighter surfaces absorb less light, therefore can be a bit cooler.

A:  At 50% dilution (1 part product to 1/2 part water) you should get full coverage in the color you choose. You can then distress the areas you may want to still see brick come thru. Results can vary depending on the absorbency of your brick but that's the typical outcome.