Pre-1940 homes in Alexandria, VA were built with three-coat lime plaster systems that provide superior fire resistance, acoustics, and humidity regulation. The specialists below repair and restore original plaster rather than replacing it with drywall.
Tip: Drywall is not an equivalent substitute for lime plaster in historic homes — structurally or aesthetically.
Drywall is not an acceptable substitute for lime plaster in historic homes. Beyond destroying the original character, it changes the thermal and acoustic properties of walls and may not meet historic district requirements.
23 yrs · 95/100 historic score · Alexandria, VA
Federal Plaster Works restores the refined plasterwork of Alexandria's Federal and Georgian townhouses. Our craftspeople are trained in traditional three-coat lime plaster application as practiced in the 18th and 19th centuries.
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Historic homes in Alexandria, VA require specialists who understand period-appropriate materials and methods. Our plaster specialists have been vetted for experience with pre-1940 construction techniques.
Alexandria, VA has a rich architectural heritage. When hiring for historic work, always ask about experience with your specific home type, local historic district requirements, and whether they use period-appropriate materials.