The Benefits of Using Venetian Plaster

Venetian Plaster, is a enduring decorative technique originating in the 19 century places of Venice, Italy, has graced countless architectural landmarks and contemporary homes worldwide. The benefits of using Venetian Plaster in your home will surprise you. The aesthetics and durability make it a sought after finish for interior and exterior surfaces.

Composition and Application

Venetian plaster is typically composed of slaked lime paste, fine marble dust and water. The lime paste is the binder, the process is dehydration of a lime stone rock. For instance, the purist limestone is found in the Italian Alps. Furthermore, the limestone rock is dehydrated then rehydrated creating a soupy lime called grassello, the grassello or lime paste is aged and stored for several months. Once the slaked limestone grasello is ready it is taken the the factory where they add real marble and aggregates proving all types of plaster from smooth the rough textures.

Types of Venetian Plaster

Marmorino: Meaning  “little marble”, is a plaster resembling a stone marble.

Veneziano: Is described as a polished marble with no aggregates added, providing the look of a high polished marble.

There are many other types of Venetian Plaster on the market in the U.S. , while suppliers import there plaster from Italy and other countries where the pure limestone and high quality is found. The benefits of using imported venetian plaster is the aged old techniques from these regions.

The Benefits Of Using Venetian Plaster

Durability: Making it a popular choice for interior designers and homeowners.

Healthy: Unlike paint Venetian plaster is made of natural materials that provide a clean healthy homes.

C02 Emissions: This is where when applying it absorbs the carbon dioxide from the air, as it dries the air hardens the plaster while it it drying. The lime plaster is breathable and helps with indoor pollution reducing greenhouse gasses. Lime plaster is simple on of the most healthy products for homeowners who want a more healthy home environment.

Other Benefits of Lime Venetian Plaster

• Lime Plaster is alkaline and with its high PH value is will keep away mould, and is antimicrobial.
• Low in VOC  (volatile organic compounds)
• Non-Flammable and can withstand moisture
• Acts as a sound-barrier
• Sustainable and Long-Lasting High Performance

Plasters of Italy Venetian Plaster Benefits

Plasters of Italy is a certified Italian Plaster artist in Dallas, Texas and has been applying Venetian Plaster since 2002. His numerous projects in the Dallas area including the suburbs of Plano, Frisco, Mckinney still look new today in 2024! You will be hiring someone who has experience and knowledge to help guide you through the process.