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Venetian Plaster is a decorative finish that is real in terms of its composition, unlike faux or paint. To summarize real Venetian Plaster is made of Lime or what is called Grassello in Italy. Additionally, the term Venetian Plaster is derived from the Venetian Region of Italy where it is called Stucco Veneziano.
In either case, we know it as a beautiful decorative wall finish. Marmorino means “little marble and is and elegant historical lime plaster made of crushed marble and Lime. When applied to the wall it carbonates with the air and cures back to stone.
Synthetic vs Lime plasters – each have there benefits however, Lime plasters have an Eco-System that is a much healthier option for your home and business.
Plasters of Italy Vallie Duncan is a certified Venetian plaster artisan located in the Dallas area.
Benefits of Lime Plaster
I work closely with designers and homeowners creating a one of a kind finish that is crafted for each space. The elegant beauty of Venetian Plaster can not be denied, since its inception around 7500 BC.
One of our suppliers is Meoded Paint and Plaster who provides authentic lime plasters from Italy. To find out more about our process and installations give us a call or e-mail us with pictures of your space and inspirational photos you may have.
Transforming your fireplace surround is a popular choice and creates a natural organic look real stone or marble finish. Accent walls, dome ceilings and vent hoods in the kitchen can have the natural beautiful look of marble and stone.
Venetian plaster is typically applied over sheetrock, or sometimes referred to as drywall board. The wall need to be a level four or five for a smooth wall. In Texas are wall are usually textured so we smooth lots of wall prior to the Venetian Plaster installation. Once we have selected a color we would do a color sample of the plaster.
Venetian Plaster is applied with a stainless steel trowel inch by inch maintaining a consistent movement across the surface. The final coat is compressed with the trowel before the plaster dries. Described as burnishing this technique closes off the plaster and brings the marble to the surface. Additionally, it brings out the transparent textures adding depth to the finish. Every applicator has a unique hand and technique and that is the Art of Venetian Plaster.
Call us for any questions about getting started with your Venetian Plaster project. 972-670-9850
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