Tag Archives: wall finish

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 […]

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 […]

Decorative wall finishes for 2022

The beauty of our range decorative wall finishes is without question. But did you know how versatile it can be? For 2022, let us look at new ways to use our stunning products. Marco Polo Luxury is usually installed with a swirling pattern but why not brush it in vertical lines? You can make a […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]