Tomb Repairs

tomb masonry repairs

We have completed countless masonry repairs on historic tombs including repointing, rebuilding of architectural elements, and securing vaults. We always begin by removing ferns, cleaning the tombs, and using the historic bricks to repair any masonry issues. Major roof repairs are typically part of this process. See photos below for how this project looked at the end!

tomb plaster repairs

After the masonry repairs are complete, we apply two coats of a lime-based plaster on the tomb. These two coats include a scratch coat and finish coat. We will preserve as much of the historic plaster as possible.

Tomb limewash

A breathable limewash or lime paint is the historically accurate and healthiest finish for old tombs. We make our own limewash, and we custom mix each color for every client. We apply about 5 coats to each tomb.