Should limewash be damped down before applying the next coat

[finn]

I have (yet another) quick question about limewashing- when it's being painted onto timber ceiling beams, should you damp it down with a fine misting of water before applying the next coat? Or not? The first coat was put on about six days ago.

 

[chuckey]

Don't really know but I would have thought that anything to reduce the suction of the (non existent) under coat would help.
Frank

 

[middi]

Not really, it will dry out quicker if the wall is not wet, Just make sure there isn't too much loose dust on the surface.

 

[andrew gayton]

Yes, do damp the wall down before applying the next coat. this will ensure better adhesion and slower carbonation which is good.