The small Lille Presteskjær lighthouse, at the entrance of the Rekefjord in south-west Norway, shines like a pearl again after a complete exterior renovation. Since it was commissioned in 1895, it has been an essential maritime landmark for safe navigation in this narrow fjord.
| Project | Lille Presteskjær lighthouse (1895), entrance of the Rekefjord, Sokndal – Norway |
| Substrates | Stone masonry, granite details, rendered and concrete surfaces |
| Works | Masonry surfaces scraped, washed and repainted; tower cleaned and repainted; interior of the cellar renovated |
| Product | RD-Elastoflex |
A heritage site exposed to the elements
Standing on a small rocky islet battered by the sea, the lighthouse consists of a cast-iron tower on a stone masonry base, along with a rendered annexe, a footbridge, parapets and concrete pillars. Over the years, sea spray, wind and moisture had taken their toll: soiled and streaked masonry, dull render and a generally tired appearance.
Before: weathered masonry base and pillars | 
Before: the 1895 annexe with soiled, streaked render |
The works
All masonry surfaces and granite details were scraped, washed and repainted, and the lighthouse tower was cleaned and fully repainted. As a bonus, the interior of the cellar was renovated as well.
The product chosen was RD-Elastoflex, our water-based coating for the protection of mineral surfaces.
Why RD-Elastoflex?
RD-Elastoflex was the natural choice for a structure as exposed as the Lille Presteskjær lighthouse. Standing on a rocky islet at the entrance of the fjord, the building is constantly subjected to sea spray, wind, rain and significant temperature variations.
RD-Elastoflex forms an elastic, waterproof film that follows the movements of the substrate and bridges cracks while remaining breathable. Moisture trapped in the old masonry can escape without causing the coating to blister, which is essential to preserve a structure dating from 1895.
Its resistance to UV and weathering also ensures a long-lasting white finish, which keeps the lighthouse clearly visible to seafarers. Finally, its single-component, water-based and odourless formulation makes application easier on a remote site and limits the impact on an unspoilt coastal environment.
Tower and masonry base after renovation | 
Stone base, parapet and pillar restored |
The 1895 annexe and its stone plinth | 
Footbridge, pillars and stone walls |
A landmark preserved for seafarers
This renovation helps both to preserve an important piece of cultural heritage along the Norwegian coast and to ensure that the lighthouse remains a clearly visible navigation point for seafarers.
For those who want to experience coastal culture up close, the freshly renovated lighthouse can be visited, and it is even possible to spend the night there.
In Norway, RD Coatings products are distributed by J.S. Cock, our local partner. With branches in Bergen, Oslo and Trondheim, they advise professionals and supply projects across the whole country.
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