• What is Bauwerk Mud ?
• Can Bauwerk paint be painted over?
• I have opened my paint tin, the colour of the paint does not match the colour of my colour chart.
• After applying the first coat, the wall looks streaky and the paint looks transparent. Should I have put it on thicker?
• Can I apply the paint with a roller or other equipment?
• Can Bauwerk Paints be applied to wood and metal?
• What are suitable surfaces on which to apply Bauwerk paints?
• What precautions must be taken in order to apply Bauwerk paints safely?
• Are Bauwerk paints washable ?
• After applying my paint, I notice that the surface is excessively powdery.
• If a surface has been painted with an acrylic paint, can Bauwerk paints be applied on top?
• How long will BAUWERK Paints last in comparison to other paints?
• The colour has just been applied to the wall and looks much darker than the sample I chose.
• Are Bauwerk paints textured looking ?
• Do brushes wash out in water?
• I want to paint some extra areas, can I re-order the same paint?
• Do you send your products to overseas customers?
• What is Bauwerk Kalk ?
• What is the difference between Kalk and Uber ?
• What is Bauwerk Uber ?
• Where does the word Bauwerk come from ?
• What is Bauwerk Ultra Mud ?

What is Bauwerk Mud ? Bauwerk MUD has muted soft colours developed to show less colour variation with enhanced durability and a thicker consistency BAUWERK Mud is perfect for plaster, gyprock and plaster board, rendered walls, ceilings, brick walls, stone, tilt up concrete, modern buildings, raw pine interior only.

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Can Bauwerk paint be painted over? BAUWERK Paints need no stripping when redecorating over an existing coat of BAUWERK Paint. It is a simple matter of applying 1 or 2 coats as a refresher or to change colours. In fact it is one of the easiest ways to give your house a makeover and with each application your walls become healthier and more beautiful .

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I have opened my paint tin, the colour of the paint does not match the colour of my colour chart. It is completely natural for lime paints to look much darker when in solution. As the paint dries, you will find that the paint will become much lighter and will dry to the desired colour. We always recommend the use of sample pots for an accurate colour representation on your particular surface and light conditions.

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After applying the first coat, the wall looks streaky and the paint looks transparent. Should I have put it on thicker? No, the coats should always be applied as thinly as possible. The first coat often looks transparent. The application of the second coat will be a more realistic reflection of how the paint will look when application is completed.

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Can I apply the paint with a roller or other equipment? It is our recommendation that BAUWERK Paints be applied with a BAUWERK natural fibre brush, however it can in some cases be applied with a sponge roller or paint pad . For commercial applications an airless spray machine can also be used. Call Bauwerk for specific information for your project

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Can Bauwerk Paints be applied to wood and metal? Bauwerk Mud and Uber paints can be applied to woods such as pine and ply board for decorative purposes only. Metal is not a suitable surfaces on which to apply Bauwerk paint We recommend the use of a sample pot to trial our products for your specific project or call our office for further advice.

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What are suitable surfaces on which to apply Bauwerk paints? Exterior and Interior surfaces made of stone, concrete render, brick and composite masonry materials. Most interior surfaces can be painted after the recommended sealer is applied. Plaster glass, gypsum, plaster, and previously painted surfaces.

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What precautions must be taken in order to apply Bauwerk paints safely? Although made with natural ingredients, Bauwerk paint is of an alkaline nature and can break down the natural oils that protect the skin. Appropriate skin and eye protection should be worn to prevent irritation or damage.

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Are Bauwerk paints washable ? Q. Yes BAUWERK PAINTS are washable. For the best result when cleaning interior walls, general dirt and marks, lightly wipe the walls with a damp cloth. Warm water and mild oil-free soap can be used if necessary. Just wipe or dab lightly a couple of times. It is not needed or recommended to scrub Leave it to dry and repeat if necessary. You may find some oil stains and water marks disappear over time as they dry out. Enjo and Oats cleaning gloves have been recommended by many of our customers. Our paint is natural and does not contain harmful chemicals, you need to treat it with care. Harmful and toxic chemicals are often used in many paints to make them durable. The more indestructible a paint is the more toxic chemicals there are usually present. Because of the unique and natural properties of BAUWERK Paints they hold no static charge which means dust and and dirt is not attracted to the walls surface keeping it naturally cleaner- unlike conventional paint systems which have a high electro magnetic charge BAUWERK Paints cure for about two weeks. Avoid rubbing or marking the surface in this curing time.

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After applying my paint, I notice that the surface is excessively powdery. Powdering usually occurs when paint is too thickly applied. The best results are being achieved by several thin applications rather than few thick coats. In a very dry climate BAUWERK recommends to moisten absorbent render or brick walls prior to paint application.

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If a surface has been painted with an acrylic paint, can Bauwerk paints be applied on top? Yes. Provided that the old paint coat is stable and not flaking, free of dirt, dust, grease and soluble salts, the limewash will adhere to previous paint coats. For interior surfaces we recommend you undercoat with BAUWERK UNTER before applying limewash. This will prevent inconsistencies from passing through the old paint coat and affecting the limewash finish.

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How long will BAUWERK Paints last in comparison to other paints? You can expect a similar life expectancy to that of other quality brand paints provided that the paint is applied in the manner recommended by BAUWERK. The pigments used in BAUWERK paints are colourfast and UV stable.

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The colour has just been applied to the wall and looks much darker than the sample I chose. This is normal. When the drying process is complete, the colour will have lightened off and resemble the sample you selected.

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Are Bauwerk paints textured looking ? Because Bauwerk Paints are natural there is texture to the appearance. from very subtle ......... best product range to choose from BAUWERK Mud and Ultra Mud to highly textured- darker colours best product range to choose from BAUWERK Kalk and Uber

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Do brushes wash out in water? Yes, limewash is a water-based paint and any cleanup can be done in water. it requires very little water to rinse your equipment compared to conventional paints For stubborn stains, vinegar can be of assistance in the removal process.

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I want to paint some extra areas, can I re-order the same paint? Yes all Bauwerk colours are made to the same formula However as we do not premix batches of paint, every re-order is mixed just for you and in rare circumstances may vary slightly to your first order. BAUWERK suggests to finish painting a complete surface or to stop at a natural break, such as a corner or a corbel. In any case of reordering mix the remaining paint with the new batch.

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Do you send your products to overseas customers? Yes, BAUWERK offers a door to door service for almost any destination around the world.

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What is Bauwerk Kalk ? Bauwerk KALK has been developed specifically for all exterior absorbent wall surfaces. Kalk requires no undercoat or sealer and can be applied immediately to new and old surfaces. Kalk is a traditional lime wash paint BAUWERK Kalk is perfect for lime or cement rendered walls, brickwork, stone, adobe blocks, rammed or stabilized earth, mud brick structures, cement blocks, historic houses, strawbale.

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What is the difference between Kalk and Uber ? Kalk is for exterior absorbant walls only. Uber is for either exterior or interior walls that have been previously painted Bauwerk Kalk and Uber colours look the same

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What is Bauwerk Uber ? Bauwerk ÜBER is a natural paint developed specifically for all interior walls and exterior walls that have been previously painted. BAUWERK Über is perfect for walls where more variation of colour is desired, it is more textured looking than Mud and Ultra Mud. It is suitable for rendered walls, brick walls, stone, earth buildings, historic buildings, previously sealed or painted walls, plasterboard and gyprock walls.

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Where does the word Bauwerk come from ? The word BAUWERK is the German noun for building and its pronounced bow- (as in bow wow ) work. Bauwerk paints were created in Australia and are manufactured in our factory in Perth.

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What is Bauwerk Ultra Mud ? Bauwerk ULTRA MUD is an extra thick mud paint developed for plaster walls where a flatter look is desired it gives appearance of a Paris apartment or an old distemper it can be applied by roller BAUWERK Ultra Mud is perfect for plaster,  gyprock and plaster board.

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The information supplied is given in good faith. There are no implied conditions of warranties in the supply of this product. The manufacturer's guarantee is limited to product replacement and does not include surface preparation and application. Specifications and materials used in the manufacturing may change at any time without notice.