Painting Heritage Homes in Gardens and the City Bowl

Gardens and the City Bowl have one of the highest concentrations of heritage residential properties in South Africa. Painting these homes correctly requires specialist knowledge, careful product selection and sensitivity to both architectural character and regulatory requirements.

Heritage Colour Restrictions

Heritage Western Cape-designated properties may require approval for exterior colour changes. Submit a colour application with paint sample boards before painting. An experienced painter or colour consultant familiar with City Bowl heritage requirements can guide you through this process and help select approvable colours.

Lime Plaster

Many pre-1940s City Bowl homes have original lime plaster requiring breathable paint systems. Applying modern impermeable acrylic over lime plaster traps moisture and causes damage. Mineral silicate paint or lime wash is the appropriate choice. See our wall preparation guide.

Gardens Painters connects you with painters experienced in City Bowl heritage properties.