Paint Advice

[Siobhan Dublin]

Hi there

I'm helping a friend with the interior of her protected building and I was looking for some advice on the types of paints we can use. We want to use bold colours and I wondered are there rules about the type of shades/brands that you are allowed to use in a period property that is protected.

Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

Siobhan in Dublin, Ireland

 

[noj]

According to http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/housing/building_or_altering_a_home/protected_structures.html

Planning permission

Planning permission is needed for work carried out on a protected structure that would materially affect its character. This means that many types of work, which in another building would be considered exempted development, may not be exempted where the building is a protected structure. Depending on the nature of the structure and the features of interest even work such as painting the interior or replacing windows could affect its character and require planning permission.

If you are unsure about what works require planning permission for your particular building you can apply in writing to your planning authority for a declaration under Section 57 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 about the structure and its curtilage (or grounds attached). This declaration states what types of work can be carried out without affecting the character of the structure. A declaration cannot exempt any works which would otherwise require planning permission. A planning authority will issue this declaration within 12 weeks of receiving a request. There is no fee for this service.

I love the idea of getting a document that actually lists what you CAN do

 

[Hobden]

I love the idea of getting a document that actually lists what you CAN do

And without a fee!

 

[Siobhan Dublin]

I know! B A R G A I N.

Thank you.

 

[jocelyn plummer]

Have a look at Rose of Jericho products. Also Francesca's chalky emulsion paints. All fabulous colours and a variety of finishes that are appropriate.
Good Luck and ENJOY !!