Polished Plaster - a comprehensive guide
Stucco Veneziano provides innovative and high-quality polished plaster solutions achieving specialist wall finishes to enrich your property's interiors. Polished plaster is known by many names including venetian plaster, Italian plaster, lime plaster and marmorino and embraces a wide range of decorative finishes from those with a high sheen to those with textured effects.
Polished plaster is made of marble dust and when applied produces a polished, marble-like finish. It tends to be used on internal walls and ceilings, the finished results provide a truly stunning look that is similar to polished marble or limestone. By adding coloured pigment, a wide variety of colours can be created achieving consistent tones through different finishes.
We stock an extensive selection of polished plaster, which is sourced from Italy and contains no VOC or acrylic additives. Environmentally friendly, it allows the walls to breathe as well as being durable and easy to apply.
A natural feel
There are many ways to achieve a natural look with natural hues and textures when using polished plaster. The application of polished plaster creates a multi-tonal appearance, giving texture and direction. Polished plaster can be used as a statement wall in your home or can be used to create a direction, for example, in a hallway.
A dramatic feel
Metallic polished plaster can create a dramatic effect, allowing a home’s personality to literally shine through. If your interior has been designed deliberately minimalist, consider whether it’s time to liven things up a bit.
A classic feel
Spatula Stuhhi is the perfect choice for this with its smooth texture. With cleverly placed lighting you can enhance the effect of Spatula Stuhhi as the light will enhance the reflective properties of this plaster, helping to highlight the gradual movement between the colour values.
Our polished plaster options
As one of the UK’s leading suppliers, we pride ourselves on offering a superb range of polished plaster finishes varying in grain size:
Spatula Stuhhi (fine) - this polished plaster has a depth of finish and high sheen.
Spirito Libero (medium) - similar to the classical Marmarino plaster, it can be finished smooth and can be further enhanced with colour washes or waxes.
Istinto (coarse) - ideal for endless textured effects including pitted, dragged, travertine.
Muro Naturale (coarse) - this polished plaster has similar grain size to Istinto but contains mica which gives the appearance of honed marble.
Our polished plaster putties are made from 100% genuine Italian aged slaked lime; VOC free and without acrylic additives, and are classed as a natural products.
With the ability to add coloured pigment and finishes, our wide range of products will help your residential or commercial property stand out.
No matter what type of polished plaster you might be looking for, our dedicated team can provide advice and guidance to ensure you choose the one best for you.
Versatile
Polished plaster is not limited to just being used on walls, it can also be used on other surfaces such as wooden panels and plasterboard, after the appropriate preparation has taken place. This makes it versatile, both in colour and finish.
Durable
The plaster coating of polished plaster transforms into a rock-like substance once it has dried, making it is highly durable.
Because polished plaster dries to a durable finish, it is less prone to cracking and shrinking, even in damp conditions, it can be an investment. In fact, if it gets wet, it will quickly allow any water that is absorbed to evaporate, because it is fully breathable. For this same reason, polished plaster walls can regulate humidity and prevent the growth of mould or fungus inside the wall.
Easy maintenance
Polished plaster is applied in layers, making it easier to repair and to return to the superb smooth appearance without the need for re-plastering the entire wall.
Cleaning simply requires using a soft cloth with warm water and perhaps mild soap if needed.
It goes without saying, with our busy lifestyles we prefer low maintenance. Tiles are what we would call low maintenance, however grouting has a habit of becoming discoloured, and mould growth is commonplace. Grouting also breaks up a seamless finish. Polished plaster walls, however, require no grouting at all - so no broken lines. And the best part? Polished plaster is regarded as a lifetime finish, which means you achieve your low-maintenance ambition.
Due to polished plaster being lime-based it is the perfect solution for those rooms that would usually be tiled.
Environment-friendly
Since polished plaster is made of non-toxic materials, no volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are released, therefore is environment friendly.
The appeal of polished plaster is that it allows walls to breathe making it suitable for locations with high humidity. The plaster acts as a defence against bacteria and fungus formation on the wall and therefore fights mould and inhibiting its growth.
Enhancing polished plaster
Colours
We offer an extensive spectrum of colours to choose from which means you can achieve a seamless match with your existing scheme, or choose a brand new one, maybe even combining a variety of shades to create something truly unique.
Our range of pigments can be added to both our polished plaster and creative paint options. From neutrals to vibrant colours and much more, we have a full range available online.
Creative paints
Enhance the look of your polished plaster, with our extensive range of creative paints from bold choices such as Oro Ricco to more neutral tones such as Via Lattea.
With a hard wearing finish our creative paints can paint your imagination on the wall, creating visual textures and directional effects or producing a subtle sparkle or shimmer.
Wax and protection
Our range of wax and protection products are designed to help protect the surface and make it more resistant to water and day-to-day stains, marks and scratches. We have a number of wax finishes to choose from including high gloss and matt.
Wax and protection for polished plaster will help to maintain both its quality and look. We always recommend the use of wax and protection products when polished plaster is used especially, for example, in bathrooms or kitchens, as they allow the plaster to become more water repellent and easier to clean.
Primers
Primers are essential in providing a good adhesion to the substructure and Stucco Veneziano's range of primers has been developed to help deliver the perfect finish. Our range of high quality primers is suitable for polished plaster and creative paints, and available to view and purchase from our website.
Tools
We offer a comprehensive range of tools covering everything from trowels and brushes to spatulas and practical backpacks to carry them. We source only top quality tools and sundries and our painting and plastering products are designed to make your life easier. They are suitable for use by those new to the trade as well as experienced professionals.