Lathe & Plaster Repair Specialists in Annapolis, MD

The specialists below have demonstrated experience working on pre-1950 homes in Annapolis, MD and the surrounding area.

Tip: Always ask about experience with your specific home type and materials before hiring.

1 specialist in Annapolis, MD
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Colonial Plaster Restoration

21 yrs · 95/100 historic score · Annapolis, MD

Colonial Plaster Restoration specializes in the restoration of lime-based plaster in Annapolis's 18th-century buildings. Our craftspeople use traditional hot lime putty and period-appropriate fiber reinforcement.

Lime PlasterLathe & Plaster RepairOrnamental PlasterCeiling Restoration
✦Historic Specialist✓Insured◉21 yrs
123 Duke of Gloucester St, Annapolis, MD 21401
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Why a Historic Specialist Matters

  • 1
    Material Compatibility: Historic soft brick requires lime mortar. Portland cement — used by most modern masons — is harder than the original brick, forcing moisture into the brick face and causing irreversible spalling.
  • 2
    Historic District Compliance: DC, Baltimore, and Alexandria all have Historic Preservation Offices that review exterior work. Specialists know the permit process and approved materials list.
  • 3
    Diagnostic Expertise: Pre-1950 construction fails in specific, predictable ways. An experienced specialist identifies the root cause — not just the symptom — and recommends targeted repairs.

About Lathe & Plaster Repair in Annapolis, MD

Historic homes in Annapolis, MD require specialists who understand period-appropriate materials and methods. Lathe & Plaster Repair specialists work with original materials and methods appropriate to your home's era.

Annapolis, MD 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.