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Why is Venetian Plaster so popular?

Venetian plaster is a finishing technique that uses a mix of marble dust, lime putty, and pigment to create a smooth and glossy surface with a slightly textured appearance. It is named after Venice, Italy, where it has been used for centuries in architecture and art. The popularity of Venetian plaster can be attributed to […]

The Beauty of Microcement

Microcement is a versatile and stunning material that has been gaining popularity in recent years. Its unique properties and characteristics make it an ideal choice for creating beautiful and durable surfaces in a variety of settings. From floors and walls to countertops and furniture, microcement has a wide range of applications and offers endless design […]

Lime vs Synthetic Polished plaster

‘Venetian polished plaster’, ‘Venetian plaster’ or ‘polished plaster’ is not just one type of finish or wall coating, it is a term which is widely used to describe a variety of finishes that are associated with the beautiful Italian City of Venice. Most applicators, designers and architects prefer to call Venetian polished plaster a technique […]

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 […]