Category Archives: Home Design

Will Polished Plaster add value to your home?

Find out if it’s worth having Venetian Plaster in your home. Polished plaster is a material, which has been used to finish walls since ancient times. Last 10 years it became a huge trend and gained a crazy popularity, especially among high end houses Ireland. Here are the reasons why designers and home owners are […]

Concrete walls? Why not!!

It’s all about raw, industrial finishes these days, from plywood to concrete. Concrete is turning into a global trend for interior designers. Once deemed cold and industrial, concrete is now one of the most desirable design motifs of our age The stark, minimalist nature of exposed concrete has divided opinion for the better part of […]

Alternative wall finishes for your kitchen

Mix things up – experiment with these amazing alternatives to wall paint. When you think of wall finishes, paint is generally the go-to option. It’s reasonably priced and easy to clean; a fairly simple process to arrange and there are a number of colours and palettes to choose from. But with the advancements in technology, […]

Avoiding Mistakes When Choosing a Wall Colour

At Stucco Veneziano, we are your go-to shop for decorative wall finishes. Whether you’re looking for DIY friendly decorative paints, or stunning walls installed by our artisans, we have all the materials you need for a bright, colorful makeover to any room or area in the home. One area we spend a great deal of […]

Out with the old, in with the new

Spring, the season of new life and new beginnings.  The weather becomes warmer, nights become lighter and all spirits are lifted. Why not take advantage of new beginnings, and refresh your homes with Polished Plaster. Our April mood board is all things fresh, starting off with a background of  Marmorino Classico in a light green […]

What makes Polished Plaster so Unique?

Polished plaster is an ornate style of plaster that traditionally uses marble dust within the mix to leave a marble-like surface effect on the finished wall.  Although the term refers primarily to the product, meaning a plaster that comes from the north of Italy and is used for creating beautiful unique surface effects, the term […]

Benefits of Polished Plaster

Polished  plaster is a wall finish made of slaked lime and marble dust. It has many benefits over some more traditional wall treatments, such as wallpaper or drywall.  Originally most commonly seen on walls in Venice, Italy, during the late 16th century, Polished plaster has recently become one of the most frequently requested wall finishes on the market. Below […]