Venetian Plaster, Creating Surfaces with Depth and Movement

Venetian plaster's layered application can create a range of effects. From subtle smoky movement, heavy textures for rawness and depth, to a smooth, organic finish.

Venetian Plaster Eco-Friendly and Luxurious

Venetian Plaster is made from 100% natural materials. It is a lime-based finish containing marble dust and natural pigments, making it a popular choice for projects where sustainability and high end design are key.

Benefits of Venetian Plaster

Durable

When applied correctly, Venetian plastering can last for decades.

Versatile

We specialise in Marmorino and Stucco Venetian plaster, creating everything from polished walls to textured floors.

Eye-catching

Layers and layers of Venetian plaster create a finish full of depth and intrigue, perfect for interior designers and renovators who want to make a statement.

Breathable

Venetian plastering is naturally breathable, regulating humidity and helping to prevent mould and mildew.

FAQs

It’s a decorative finish for walls, floors, and ceilings made from fired limestone and water. We use different Venetian plastering techniques to create polished marble finishes or organic, earthy surfaces.
Venetian plaster is a versatile material that can achieve many finishes, including: Polished plaster: Polished Venetian plaster with a mirror-like finish.
Marmorino plaster: Marble effect Venetian plaster that can be applied in matt, gloss, or satin finishes.
Pitted plaster: Textured Venetian plaster that looks like weathered stone.
Venetian plastering is not waterproof and should not be used in spaces that come into contact with water.
Our Venetian plaster prices are built on years of experience and reflect the quality of the finish. And when you compare Venetian plastering to the material it imitates, it’s easy to see why so many interior designers and renovation specialists opt for it.
Our Venetian plastering materials and methods have less of an environmental impact than the materials they imitate. For example, mining and processing marble has a far-reaching impact on the environment, supply chains, and local environments. Instead, we natural materials to achieve the same effect, eliminating most of the unsustainable practices associated with marble finishes.
Venetian plaster has many other sustainable qualities:
Natural materials - It’s made from lime, an abundant, natural material. We also use natural pigments, meaning nothing is artificial.
Non-toxic - It doesn’t release volatile organic compounds (VOCs), protecting people and the environment from harmful pollutants.
No. Venetian plaster is not waterproof and we don't recommend applying it to shower walls or baths.
Venetian plaster is not suitable for exteriors. It is not waterproof and is prone to cracking in humid environments.
It all depends on the finish.
Modern Venetian plaster wall finishes have a wax seal. Before you begin painting, you need to remove the seal and assess the plaster underneath it. Then, you have to prepare the surface. This can become complex, making it a job that is best left to professionals.
For tailored advice and support, contact us.
The main difference lies in the aesthetic appeal. Venetian plaster has a distinctive, regal look to it, especially when it is applied to look like polished marble. Although microcement can look equally as elegant when paired with the right decor, it’s better suited to minimalist residential and commercial spaces.