Kempt & StoneArchitectural Masonry and Lime Plaster Wash
Designed for period hallways, interior bath stone, terracotta, and historic lime plaster cornices coated with atmospheric film. We rely on superheated dry steam at low bar pressure to loosen years of grime without wetting internal walls. Intricate moldings and soft masonry breathe freely once again.
What is included
- ✓Superheated dry vapor system operating at low impact pressure
- ✓Gentle cleaning temperature calibrated to material age
- ✓Hand-guided brass and hog-bristle detail tools
- ✓Non-destructive cleaning for soft Bath and Portland stone
- ✓Removal of atmospheric carbon, nicotine, and candle wax
- ✓Immediate capture of condensation with wet extraction shrouds
Request a direct estimate
Send us a note about your surfaces: we review your details and phone you back to discuss the work.
How we approach your home
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Substrate soundness check
We tap plaster and mortar joins lightly to identify loose areas before introducing heat or moisture.
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Floor protection and runoff routing
We fit drip trays and absorbent mats under walls to catch any condensate cleanly.
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Gentle vapour cleaning
We introduce steady dry steam through specialised nozzles, liquefying stubborn grease and dirt without abrasion.
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Microfibre wipe-down and inspection
We lift loosened residue with unbleached cotton pads, letting the raw mineral dry out naturally within the hour.
Questions about this service
Will steam take paint off my ceiling rose?
If paint is sound, steam will clean the surface. If paint is already failing, we test and adjust vapor pressure downward.
Can you use this indoors without setting off fire alarms?
Yes, we isolate smoke sensors in the room where required and use extraction hoods to pull vapor back immediately.
Is this suitable for soft Bath stone surrounds?
Yes, Bath stone is delicate and reacts poorly to acids or hard brushes, making low-pressure steam the ideal method.
Our craftsmanship commitment
We do not leave until we have walked the finished surface with you in good daylight. If any detail agreed in your scope does not meet the standard, we stay or return within three days to adjust it at no charge. Pricing & payment
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Notes from our clients
The team treated our oiled oak flooring and hand-knotted wool hallway runner. They worked at a calm pace with pure vegetable soap and low-moisture steam. The rooms simply smelled fresh without any chemical sting.
Arthur P., London, GBAlistair arrived exactly at nine in the morning, placed canvas runners over our hall tiles, and lifted coffee marks from our linen armchairs. Settle payment by bank transfer after walking through each room.
Eleanor W., Bristol, GBWe use them for our Bath stone entry hall and dining room carpets. Honest guidance on what deep historic patina should remain and what could be lifted gently. Quiet machinery throughout.
Giles T., Bath, GBLet us look at your surfaces together
Share a brief note about your floor, textile, or fireplace, and we will get back to you with advice and an initial estimate. We usually return messages within four hours during the working week.