"Papelotte, to whitewash or not to whitewash?" Topic
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pushing tin | 03 Mar 2015 9:55 a.m. PST |
I recently bought the splendid new 6mm Papelotte from Leven Miniatures and my dilemma is whether to depict it in red-brick or whitewash? I have seen both done on various versions and the current building appears to be a mixture of both (whitewash on the inside and most of the buildings, 'front' range red-brick, I think). So any suggestions as to which would be more authentic? ditto for Hougoumont and la Haye Sainte whilst we are on the subject, as well as the thorny issue of slate or red tile? Thanks |
deadhead | 03 Mar 2015 1:11 p.m. PST |
For LHS much debated recently here; See……… TMP link |
pushing tin | 03 Mar 2015 1:53 p.m. PST |
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Paul Goldstone | 04 Mar 2015 12:00 a.m. PST |
I thought most old (pre-C19) brick buildings were lime washed to help protect from the elements and act as a hardening agent? (More modern brick is apparently much harder and waterproof). A C19 photo of the ruins of Hougoumont chateau shows the remnants of whitewashing on the ruin's exterior. |
pushing tin | 04 Mar 2015 7:52 a.m. PST |
Found these pictures which suggest Papelotte was at least partly lime washed for some of its history… link I am wondering whether the use of exposed brickwork dates from the later construction of the tower interesting espaliered trees along the front as well… |
deadhead | 04 Mar 2015 12:15 p.m. PST |
Despite earlier messages, I stick to Belgian farms generally using "whitewash" ie lime and black pitch at ground level. Maybe as it looks so good and I did once paint my 18th C house in that finish. Looked great. One divorce soon saw to that property and its value! The finish may have been well worn on the Big Day, but white over red brick works for me. |
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