Meet the Host: Ben Lynch, owner of LimeWash Pros

A grounded plane can change a life. When Ben Lynch sold everything to launch a hemp venture overseas, the shutdown stopped him at the gate and opened a different door—straight into the lost craft of limewash. We share how a casual comment during a friend’s move-in day sparked a deep dive into breathable, mineral finishes and a mission to bring healthier walls back to North Texas homes.

We walk through the surprising history: why limewash coated landmarks like the Pantheon, Notre Dame, and the White House; how it protects masonry from freeze–thaw damage; and what was forgotten when big paint and patentable chemistry took over in the twentieth century. Ben explains the difference between sealing a wall under plastic and bonding mineral to mineral, letting brick and stone release moisture instead of trapping it. Along the way, he unpacks the hunt for real knowledge—scouring century-old texts until he found a White House–era recipe, then field-testing it and shaping it into the trademarked White House Blend that delivers that bright, refined colonial white.

There’s a full-circle twist: hempcrete. The original hemp plan returns as we connect hempcrete’s lime-based mix with limewash as its natural finish, creating breathable, mold-resistant, and durable wall systems that store carbon and age gracefully. We talk practical takeaways for homeowners—refreshing dated brick, choosing mineral color tones, managing expectations around patina, and understanding why a finish that breathes can extend the life of a home. Between the craft, the science, and the family moments that keep the work grounded, this story shows how old knowledge can solve modern problems with style.

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LimeWash Pros LLC
Located in Dallas-Fort Worth and Serving all of Texas and Florida
469-773-9067