Venetian plaster in the interior will last for a long time, with time it will become more beautiful and stronger. You will love the variety of effects it can do. Find out about all possible options for its use in more detail later in the article.

Material features

Venetian plaster (also known as "polished") is a wall covering that imitates a variety of noble surfaces - from polished marble to natural stone effects - for a luxurious decorative design. Its application was a laborious process that required patience and skill, so the work was mostly limited to craftsmen.

Today, even a beginner in DIY craft can create impressive results. The finish mimics the look of plaster or polished marble typical of European Old World architecture. The modern version of Venetian plaster has a multi-dimensional appearance with a textured, slightly raised surface that results from two or more layers.

This interior decoration gained popularity in 1550s in Venice, hence the name. It includes several layers of plaster applied with a trowel to create a three-dimensional effect. The final coat is brushed off to create a shiny look.

Plaster facts you didn't know

Polished plaster is versatile, elegant decorative finishing walls used since the 1st century BC in traditional Italian architecture. Known for its durability and beautiful finishes, the method creates a stunning decorative effect that inspires, motivates and adds value to any building.

Venetian is a special type of polished plaster mixed with marble dust, quartz or kaolin and applied with a trowel to the walls in a special way. It is dyed to give the surface a wide range of colors. Depending on the method of application, there are methods called:

• marmorino (marmorino);
• scagliola (scaliola);
• sgraffito (sgraffito).

It is applied in thin, multi-layered layers, which are then polished to create a smooth surface with the illusion of depth and texture. When used correctly, Venetian plaster can be used to create polished stone, marble finishes. It is especially useful on surfaces where marble panels are difficult to install, and on surfaces that which would imitate natural marble, for example:

• columns;
• protrusions;
• curved walls.

Venetian plaster can be painted with natural or synthetic dyes. The special play of her shadows is especially useful when a certain “marble” color is desired, or when an illusion of volumetric color is needed.

Venetian plaster is one of the oldest building materialsknown to mankind.

The Romans learned to mix it with:

• marble dust;
• coarser lime;
• sand aggregate.

This same technique is used today by us.

There is no standard name for Italian decorative plasters. Titles can relate to composition, style, or simply branding or some combination of the three. The people have established the term "Venetian", as a definition of any types, methods.

History

The Roman method became popular in Venice in the 15th century, where it was well adapted to classical architecture, which was prized among the wealthy Venetians. In the local brick, tile industries, there was a lot of terracotta waste, which was crushed to serve instead of sand, mixed with hydraulic lime.

They were then applied to walls to achieve a surface with significant breathability in buildings. They were naturally exposed to moisture due to their location next to the Venetian lagoon.

The stucco coverings were made from excavation waste from nearby marble quarries, which were mixed with lime to create a style called Marmorino. It could be left white to mimic the trendy local stone, or it could be painted over to make it look like solid marble. The lighter weight of the plaster was a significant advantage for construction on volatile land in Venice.

Fashion changed and the use of Venetian plaster dropped markedly until the architect Carlo Scarpa revived it in the 1950s. Some of the simpler modern plasters are made from synthetic acrylic resins - this option only mimics the famous recipe.

While true Venetian plaster still belongs to the age old formulation of marble powder with lime, it now contains the addition of some adhesives to make the structure more suitable for use on modern building materials.

Plaster varieties

Polished plaster can have many looks, including marble, slate or stone, include stencils, logos, and even glitter. Can be applied in any color, with almost any effect.

Applied directly to walls, ceilings, windows - it is truly versatile, suitable for private homes or commercial buildings. It can be used in any room, even a nursery, as it does not contain toxic compounds.

Marbled

The famous marbled plaster is called "Marmorino". Literally means "little marble" on italian: Tiny marble particles are mixed with lime to create a smooth, polished plaster.

Its surface is smooth, shiny and has a gradual movement between light and shadow thanks to craftsmanship, which gives a sense of depth and reflects light well. To the touch, such a wall will be smooth and cold.

Marmorino can be applied to indoor and outdoor surfaces and is suitable for modern and historic interiors. It has mold resistant properties, excellent waterproofing, antibacterial properties, making it highly desirable for luxury bathrooms and other wet areas. The finish becomes stronger with age.

It is the most versatile of Italian plasters, and can be used for many textures, from polished marble to rustic, rough, natural stones such as Travertine. It can be finished to a smooth or marbled look. It can have a varying degree of gloss depending on how long it has been polished. The finish can be enhanced with color pigments.

Marmorino is available in a variety of grains, giving many shades and decorative effects:

• thin marmorino;
• classic marmorino;
• matt marmorino.

Fine marmorino is suitable for achieving a smooth polished surface with a glossy effect and a noticeable play of light and shade.

Suitable for modern and traditional interiors, recommended for use in low traffic areas such as bathrooms, kitchens, stairs, corridors or bedrooms and should be treated with the same care as wood or soft stone floors.

The final effect also depends on the protective treatment. Flaxseed oil gives it the most natural look and is used as a finishing product. Polyurethane varnish gives the surface a stronger finish that is harder to scratch and has a more satin, closer to glossy finish. It is, of course, a non-slip surface, but sometimes special anti-slip treatments are used. Cleaning is very easy.

Shiny

This is a polished plaster with a true "WOW" factor. Made from very fine marble dust, it is applied in thin layers and the final layer is polished to create a stunning high gloss and deep reflection.

Shine like a flawless mirror, this plaster is cool and sensual to the touch... Unlike paint, this product is highly reflective from the corner and hardly reflects from the front.

This is a wall and ceiling finish suitable for almost any interior space, suitable for both modern and classic spaces, as well as residential and commercial.

Textured

It is a plaster that is very similar to Marmorino, but has more sand and a coarser aggregate, which makes it evenly rough with little color variations. It is the ideal plaster for achieving a natural stone effect and is available in fine and rough textures. A tough, grainy appearance is combined with a less polished surface to create the look and feel of a honed or lightly polished limestone.

This finish is suitable for different interiors and is of high quality. Although visually dull over large areas, it can be used as a rich background for combination walls and is often used in horizontal stripe wall designs to achieve variety in textures, as well as to work with emblems.

It is also used for external façades as it has durability and functionality. The sand's breathability allows it to dry quickly and has a high pH, \u200b\u200bso it is also resistant to mold and bacteria. As a natural lime-based plaster, it has strong adhesion and is suitable for use on non-uniform surfaces such as brick, stone and concrete. It is resistant to cracking and is self-healing, which means it will perform well under adverse conditions.

This polished plaster has a smooth appearance, a subtle velvety finish that changes depending on the refraction of light from the surface and the point of view.

Metal Venetian plaster personalizes any modern room, it looks especially organic in high-tech high-tech design. They also look great in a dining room, office, restaurant, salon or bathroom. On the other hand, it can be used on the walls in the living room, also in combination with antique furniture, to create amazing contrast.

Travertine

This finish mimics the famous travertine stone - a special form of light-colored limestone - and can be found in white, brown, cream, even rusty colors, fibrous or concentric appearance.

Travertine effect plaster has a subtle stone-like effect with a soft texture of varying degrees, depending on the grain size and the method of application.

It is suitable for antique effects, for finishing and painting decorative items such as pearlescent or metallic wax.

Venetian polished plaster can certainly create the right factor that you are looking for. Whether it's a compact bathroom, a huge open plan, or a high profile exterior wall, its color, texture, craftsmanship, and craftsmanship guarantee the right impression.

Smooth or textured, with broad or petite strokes, modern or traditional, Venetian polished plaster will give your walls style, sophistication, creating the backdrop you have always wanted for your home.

Venetian stucco evokes an old world ambiance, suitable for a romantic bedroom or a unique dining room. It is more labor intensive than traditional paint and therefore costs more, which is why most homeowners use it selectively rather than throughout the house.

It imitates the classic architectural style of the Renaissance, when this finish became so popular. Suitable for an upscale library or accent wall in a gourmet kitchen.

Designer plaster made from more modern materials - such as acrylic - creates a soft, earthy texture for the living room, bedroom that fits in with rustic décor, looks good in a large room or dining room with high ceilings... It takes much less time to apply than the classic Venetian, but additional colors are needed to create the effect.

Acrylic glaze reproduces such effects as:

• artificial antiquity;
• weathered walls.

These walls have only one drawback - it is difficult for a non-professional to achieve the effects that this technology is capable of. Of course, these projects are of artistic skill and require the experienced hand of a master or a professional artist. Such advanced techniques really need an expert touch to achieve good results. They may appear simply due to uneven application, but achieving that look requires knowledge, skill, and specific experience.

The coating also has waterproofing, antibacterial properties, and, together with visual effects, it has become desirable for bathrooms and other wet areas. It is an ideal alternative to floor, wall tiles. The plaster is not only resistant to water, but also has an A1 fire resistance, therefore it is suitable for kitchens and other areas with a source of open fire.

Advice

Not limited to indoor use, it can be seen on the outside of many buildings. When natural limestone-based Venetian plaster is applied, it will eventually return to its original state of lime with marble or stone.

Venetian plaster is easy to clean, withstands steam, mold, mildew, and serves as an alternative to tiles.

Venetian wall decoration in the kitchen

Venetian stucco adds texture, variety to kitchen walls with its warm, earthy appeal. Since it resembles the characteristics found in stone, marble, it works well in kitchens that have rustic, Mediterranean or modern motives. Because of the neutral tones for most Venetian gypsum walls, you have many color options for the kitchen, but you should make sure that your walls match, coordinate with your accessories, appliances, accent colors.

Elegant earth tones

While you can paint or apply Venetian plaster in almost any color, it seems most authentic when it contains soft earthy tones such as brown, bronze, beige, gold, taupe, or dark green. These colors closely resemble the shades found in natural stone.

Advice

Choose a coordinated kitchen color that matches one of the shade options. For example, choose light green accessories or soft gray-green accent colors if your Venetian walls are reminiscent of green marble.

Choose a taupe or beige accent color if your plaster looks like brown stone. The earthy tones in Venetian plaster also look attractive when combined with stainless steel appliances, natural wood.

Lighter shades of gray can be used almost everywhere - cabinets, fittings, flooring, appliances, tiles, lamps, accessories. The mix of earthy Venetian walls and gray accent colors is contemporary, edgy, often with a slightly masculine vibe.

Living room

What could be more expressive for a living room than a stone wall? It's amazing how a material so cold and heavy can turn into a warm and inviting feature in a room. No matter what texture and color you choose, you can combine it with many design styles. This finish will add a sturdy, reliable appearance to an elegant, modern living room. It is also the perfect combination for a spacious dining area. An accent Venetian stone wall adds dynamism to a room and is an ingenious way to hide damaged plasterboard or plaster surfaces.

Combination of plaster and brick

Try combining plaster with different surfaces, such as brickworkto get Loft style in your living room. You can also choose another architectural stone for interior decoration, which comes in a wide variety of organic shapes, surfaces and shades that will work with almost any interior color palette. Or maybe you will discover the possibilities of your living room to reproduce historical design with this combination - for example, Art Deco.

A brick wall partially hidden under a layer of plaster is a textured splash that can work on a design on its own to create a look and texture unmatched by any other interior wall surface.

Bedroom

Venetian plaster will certainly be relevant in any era, because it is a natural material that has depth and warmth that nourish the soul.

The type of texture you choose will have a decisive effect on the finish of the wall. Sandy textures can be used to simulate the look of granite or natural stone, while finer textures will give you the look of old plaster, marble, or even suede. The method used to apply textured paint also affects the appearance of the finish. Using the color and how it is applied to the wall will be the final step in creating the illusion of antique or artificially aged plaster.

Creating a custom wall in your bedroom is a simple yet highly effective way to transform a room. If you have a fireplace, play it with plaster, with which it will always look great, as it itself is the central focal point in the room, more often than not.

The article contains everything related to the concept of Venetian plaster in the interior. Photos of ideas in the apartment, video tutorials on applying with your own hands, classification and advice on selection. In addition, information is provided:

• What is the Venetian.
• Advantages and disadvantages, classification, application possibilities in various rooms.
• How much it costs, how to choose in the store.

What is Venetian

Venetian plaster imitates marble. It is popular with connoisseurs of interiors where luxury is dominant in design. Marble imitation not only looks attractive, but also beneficial in a budgetary issue - material is inexpensive option wall cladding under a stone.

Manufacturing technology has undergone significant changes. The traditional composition of the material is based on small particles of stone: dust, flour. Manufacturers periodically experiment with the rocks used, but mainly particles of granite, quartz, limestone, onyx, malachite are used in its composition.

Advantages and disadvantages

Let's discuss the many advantages of Venetian plaster in the interior. Photos of apartments with a similar finish entailed a huge number of positive reviews. Advantages:

1. All components are natural materials.
2. Brings unusual visual effects to life.
3. The plaster protects against damage and surface cracking, temperature changes. The effect is achieved with the help of wax that covers the surface of the installation.
4. Allows you to level the wall with plaster.

The main disadvantage is that the application of Venetian plaster is not a cheap pleasure.

1. Determine your budget. Prices range from low to high;
2. Choose the look of the plaster... It should be combined with the color scheme and style of the room, furniture;
3. Select application style... The coating is applied by several techniques (antique design, sgraffito, bark beetle) - in each case a unique design is created.

Apply to another surface first. This way you will appreciate the quality of the plaster and avoid inconsistencies in style and color.

What can be painted on the wall

Venetian plaster is a suitable material for paintings and graffiti. They draw everything that is enough for imagination. Taking into account the specifics of the material and the preference for the classic style of the premises, the most common patterns are intricate patterns made with pastel colors.

The plaster is painted with other subjects as well. Based on the concept of "pattern", oriental patterns-hieroglyphs, ligature and so on are depicted. Such decoration is appropriate if the general decor of the apartment corresponds to the oriental theme.

Classification

Venetian plaster is divided according to the method of cladding and the formation of a pattern on the surface:

• Reflection... The material is applied with an embossed roller, brushes or fingers.
• Combination... These liners contain a small amount of coarse granules. The mass is applied to the wall and leveled with a spatula. Due to the movement of the grains, a pattern in the form of grooves or scratches appears on the wall, depending on the shape of the grains.

Textured plaster is applied with a spatula or roller, without further processing. It is expensive, it is offered to use only for professionals, because there are subtleties in handling.

The material is popular for its variety of species.

Photo	View	Features:	Cost, rub
	Craquelure	● imitation of cracks and scratches; ● semi-antique finishing; ● unique design; ● durability.	from 1000
	Carrara marble	● similarity to natural marble; ● applied in 12 layers; ● much more expensive than analogues.	from 2000
	Marseille wax	● wax is added to the composition; ● used in any room; ● is waterproof.	from 5000

DIY video tutorials on applying Venetian

We suggest that you familiarize yourself with a video lesson on applying Venetian plaster from an ordinary putty with your own hands.

Differences from other types of decorative plaster

Photo	View	Composition	Price category	Features:
	Venetian.	Marble flour, water emulsion, slaked lime.	Above average.	The effect of a marble surface or marble mosaic.
	Structural.	Granular mass with an admixture of granules (wood fiber, pebbles, quartz grains, etc.)	Average.	Plasticity and ease of work.
	Mineral textured.	Cement in the form of dry mixes.	Average.	The best option in terms of price-quality ratio.
	Silicone white Venetian plaster.	Based on silicone mixtures.	Above average.	Almost unlimited color range, excellent elasticity, high vapor permeability.

Venetian plaster - photo in the interior of the apartment

Venetian plaster is a wonderful tool to help decorate a room, make it more comfortable and inviting. The plaster is minimally affected by moisture, so it is laid in the kitchen and bathroom.

In the kitchen - photo 6 ideas in the interior, pros and cons

Wall decoration in the kitchen requires a special acrylic compound. The plaster is environmentally friendly, it can be given any desired shade. Moisture resistant, dries quickly... Of the main advantages that Venetian plaster has in the kitchen (6 photos in the interior below):

• “Breathes” and does not allow water vapor to pass through;
• Suitable for wet cleaning.

For a large kitchen, choose textured and embossed coatings. A small room accommodates a fine-grained coating well. Any colors - there are about 2 thousand shades in total. Choose depending on the kitchen design.

Focus on the size of the room - in small spaces, bright saturated colors look overly aggressive.

Several applications in the kitchen:

Vacation home

Modern style

Cottage

Studio apartment

Classic style

Khrushchev

Hall decoration is an important issue when renovating an apartment

The hall is traditionally a place for the whole family to relax. The decoration of this room is a serious renovation issue. When choosing plaster, be guided by the size of the room and zoning options.

The Venetian is suitable for an apartment in high-tech and minimalism. It looks beautiful in a classic style, provided that the colors of the plaster are selected as neutral and as muted as possible (classic design does not like clumsy).

In the country

Mediterranean style

Cracks

Light fixtures

Backlight

Large room

In order to properly install Venetian plaster in the bathroom, it is important to provide a perfectly flat and smooth base for application. Peel off the previous coating, level and apply renovation plaster on top. Such a base has waterproofing properties, protects the coating from moisture and cracking.

If you have no desire to remove the old tile, try to decorate the room with moisture-resistant drywall using the frame method of fastening. The method is reliable, but significantly reduces the area of \u200b\u200bthe bathroom, which is unacceptable for small rooms.

In orange color

White classic

With windows

Blue-gray

With shower

Next to the washbasin

Is this type of decoration suitable for the hallway?

The hallway is a formative component in the perception of the home. Plaster looks good when the whole apartment corresponds to a certain style. For laying the plaster in the hallway, no additional measures are required.

Hallway at home

Combination with parekt

Long room

Small room

Red color

Beautiful interior

Venetian plaster - price per work m2 or how much is the cost of application services?

Here is the approximate price per m2 work for different types of Venetian plaster.

Photo	Service	Cost, rub / sq m
	TREVIGNANO	from 555
	VENETO	from 440
	Marbella	from 300
	ENCAUSTO	from 960
	TIERRAFINO	from 490

Marble plaster - video instruction

Modern plaster or stucco veneziano (this very term is popular among professional craftsmen) has its distant progenitor, originating in ancient Rome. The walls were decorated with marble dust.

After a well-done work, it was difficult to distinguish a wall decorated with real marble and such a surface. A revolutionary round in the history of decorative plastering was made by Venetian masters. They added quicklime and dyes of natural origin to the marble dust. Such a coating had a more presentable appearance than marble. And the composition is deservedly called "Venetian plaster".


Completely natural finish? Sure! One type of decorative plaster? Certainly! Still, for its particular artistic appeal and style, Venetian plaster stands as a separate item in the classification of decorative coatings.

Technology does not stand still. And now it is possible to recreate the era of antiquity in your home much easier and with less labor costs. There is no need to crush and grind the marble. And even more so - to deliver it to the place of work. Isn't it a miracle to have marble walls in your apartment? Imagine the interior of the Middle Ages in a modern setting, where instead of torches, glass and metal lamps cast light on the glossy marble walls with gilded rustications. What colors did you present? Light pink in rusty cracks or dark blue metamorphoses on a black background - any color scheme is possible with the material in question. Venetian plaster - the spirit of antiquity and wealth in your home.

The coating imitates valuable species (marble, jasper, malachite), expensive fabrics (velvet, silk), precious metals (gold, silver). Venetian plaster conveys the effect of a deep glow due to the shimmering of the filler through the slightly transparent base. Thanks to this quality, the intersection of strokes looks even more advantageous, forming a contrasting mesh of veins, like in real marble or polished charoite. The play of light and shadow enhances the perception of natural stone that envelops the walls of the room.

Features of Venetian plaster.

The color of the surface and the pattern of tonal overflows becomes brighter and more expressive when the finished dried "Venetian" is covered with a thin layer of a special synthetic or natural wax. It gives the texture, imitating polished stone, not only naturalness and depth, but also protects against external factors (moisture, light, odors, mechanical stress). But in both cases, the finished decorative surface is ground (polished) with a special trowel. This achieves the effect of a non-uniform gloss with dullness in the recesses. Lacquer coating for "Venetian" is not recommended, because under the cloudy film the texture will lose quality. Therefore, when choosing a wax coating, you should pay attention to transparency. Achieving the desired effect, of course, requires certain skills. The result is a smooth Venetian. It is the coating technique, instrumentation, manipulations with the applied composition - all this is of considerable importance in working with Venetian plaster. The direction of the applied strokes, their width and randomness, the number of layers determine the uniqueness of the pattern, just as the pattern of marble, agate or onyx is determined in nature. For centuries, recrystallization occurs in the plates of the earth's crust, interaction with the composition of quartz and dolomite. After all, the beauty of stones that attracts our eyes lies in the uniqueness and limitless variability of colors and lines. Classic Venetian plaster for tinting allows you to choose the color of the future surface yourself. Quite often, it is used by purchasing the entire volume in one color.

Tones are achieved by multilevel intersection of layers. But it is quite possible to apply two or three shades to one surface. It is only necessary to choose a mutual combination of future shades. It is also important to understand that this material (like any other type of decorative plaster) cannot be left "for later", having suspended work in the middle of the wall. The entire application process should continue from corner to corner. Otherwise, surface uniformity will not be achieved.

About the properties of the "Venetian":

The natural composition of this decorative material meets the highest environmental requirements. This is one of the main indicators that all manufacturers of any materials used in construction and decoration have been striving for recently. We began to pay attention to the harm and benefits of composites, their health safety, and fire performance. Venetian plaster meets the listed requirements in full.

The qualification of the master allows you to vary the color and even the texture of the Venetian. Nobody today will be surprised by matt Venetian plaster or Venetian plaster in fuchsia color. As the application technique develops, the Venetian textured plaster is able to please the eye of the customer.

This coating will last at least 15 years. Over time, this material becomes harder, like a stone surface. The only requirement of manufacturers is the stability of the plane on which the Venetian plaster will lie. With displacements or vibrations of the wall, there is always the possibility of a crack on the superhard inelastic plaster.

If you have not yet decided which one to use indoors, then pay attention to the Venetian plaster. This material first appeared during the Roman Empire. With the right technology, gorgeous, impressive beauty and luxury can be achieved.

So let's figure out what Venetian plaster is. Photos of different designs with unusual finishes in large numbers will be presented below. must be carried out taking into account certain rules, the characteristics of the surface to be treated and even climatic conditions. Therefore, this material requires a responsible and careful approach.

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What is Venetian plaster in the interior: photos of interesting interiors

For the manufacture of plaster, malachite, limestone, quartz, onyx and grant are used as fillers. Depending on the constituent components, the mixture can be natural or synthetic.

There are some peculiarities in the application of Venetian plaster:

• stone dust in the composition of the material can have a different degree of grinding. The coarser the grind, the coarser the pattern will be;
• venetian plaster in the interior has a natural shine. In this case, the effect of glow from the inside can be in a material with mineral fillers;
• high-quality plaster can, both, and give it away, so the material is characterized by excellent strength;
• depending on the type of finish, the surface can be smooth, artistic or.

When creating a smooth plaster, marble and dust are used, which are bonded with lime. With the help of embossed material, you can achieve an original design. It is easier to work with such a composition, since it contains large components of marble.

Composition of Venetian plaster

A similar material was used in Italy to create frescoes. Many craftsmen prepared plaster according to their own recipes. But basically the composition was something like this:

• lime was used to bind the components. It was bred with egg white or casein. Crushed pumice or even milk could be added to the composition;
• several layers of soil were laid under the fresco. Crushed, straw and sand were added to it, which protected the material from cracking;
• organic paints used. They were applied using an adhesive solution.

You can now look at what the different coverage options look like. Technologies do not stand still, and at present all kinds of additives and resins are added to the composition of the elite material, which make it possible to improve the mechanical properties of the screed.

For your information! Adding different dyes allows you to create any shade and pattern with a specific color saturation. Even phosphorescent elements are used, which are made with the addition of luminescent paint.

Making Venetian Plaster: Tips and Tricks

Knowing the composition of the material, you can knead the Venetian. Numerous videos on YouTube will tell you in detail how this can be done.

• the dry mixture and water must be stirred in the ratio indicated on the package;
• stir the composition well with a drill;
• the mixture should stand, and then repeat the procedure again, but with the addition of dyes.

Before using the material, take care of good surface preparation. The walls should be flat and smooth. The bases of, or stone must be primed. Here's how it's done:

• the surface is processed. In this case, the irregularities are sanded. The composition should dry out within 24 hours;
• then the walls are treated with a covering variant of the primer, which will improve the adhesion of the surface. You can add a special dye to the primer. This will color the plaster layer.

It is important to properly prepare the surface, otherwise cracks and irregularities will be clearly visible. The material can be applied to any surface. In this case, the color palette can be any. Particularly popular is the variant of Venetian marbled plaster. A pigment of a certain shade is added before using the composition.

After the correct finishing, an excellent coating is obtained with properties such as moisture resistance, hardness and vapor permeability. After application, the unusual composition begins to absorb carbon oxides from the air, which starts the carbonation process. This forms a hard film with high performance properties.

You can match the textured structure of the coating to any interior and setting.

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Pros and cons of Venetian plaster

Unusual coverage is still popular, thanks to the following advantages:

• durability and wear resistance. The material is designed for 20 years of service. Moreover, it does not lose its brilliance and performance;
• environmental friendliness. The beautiful coating is completely safe for health, as it does not emit toxic components;
• easy care. The coating is easy to clean. You can use not only dry but also wet cleaning. If necessary, use a detergent;
• glow effect. The coating after drying perfectly reflects light;
• tinting possibilities. You can get any shade by adding coloring pigments;
• wax protection. Allows to make the coating resistant to temperature and temperature shocks;
• a large assortment colors and textures.

There are also certain disadvantages. For example, the high price of Venetian plaster and complex preparation before applying the material, consisting of several stages.

The main types of Venetian plaster

You can use luxury material for more than just. Venetian plaster on the ceiling looks good, especially for creating a design there is more than one type of such coating.

Consider what varieties exist:

• craquelure is a "semi-antique" coating. Suitable for any interiors and even for. To create a special effect, varnish is used for the finishing coat. When dry, it pulls together the coating, due to which an unusual look is obtained;

• carrara marble can be done by a real master. Indeed, for such a coating, not only a specialized composition is used, but a large number of layers from 8 to 12. At the same time, it turns out to achieve a beautiful play of overflows and colors;

• marseilles wax - a kind of decorative plaster with the addition of special wax. This component improves specifications material and provides the surface with shine. The material can be used for rooms with high humidity levels;

• veneto - this technique allows you to create an imitation of polished marble. Such material is easy to care for. It can be washed with a sponge and water;

• marbella - using this option, you can create a matte surface with glossy splashes.

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Imitation wallpaper imitation Venetian plaster

To complete the finish without noise and dust, you can buy wallpaper with Venetian plaster. Such material is a real Venetian, but it is applied more in a simple way... It is worth considering such materials:

• canvases can last up to 10 years with proper care;
• are designed to serve for 25-30 years.

Even with the relief of the areas, such canvases are not difficult to wash. They tolerate wet conditions well and can be used on or in.

Venetian plaster has many advantages:

• the cost is less than decorative plaster;
• resistance to mechanical damage;
• does not accumulate dust;
• allows you to mask joints and seams, which creates a solid surface;
• does not lose its decorative properties for a long time.

Venetian plaster: photo in the interior

Venetian plaster allows you to make any interior original and unlike other design options. The indisputable advantage of this material is that it can be used not only in any living room, but also in rooms with high humidity conditions.

Living room

For the living room, the choice of material is practically unlimited, except by the preferences of the owners. For this room, it is not required to select a moisture-resistant material, and there are also no special restrictions on, as, for example, for or. The interior can be relaxing or brighter and more intense. Vivid examples of Venetian plaster make an excellent backdrop for a spacious living room, but good lighting is required.

Venetian plaster in the kitchen: design photo

Decorative plaster is also suitable for, since when added to the composition of special components it meets all the requirements for a given room:

• does not absorb foreign odors;
• perfectly tolerates washing and does not lose its original decorative appearance;
• shows resistance to temperature shocks.

But, even taking into account these factors, it is not worth using the material for. In this case, it is more suitable.

For your information! You can combine the original plaster with wood trim or wallpaper. In this case, you should choose a suitable furniture set.

Hallway

It is great to decorate with Venetian plaster. If the corridor is not fenced off, then the material can also be used in a combined room.

It is not necessary to decorate all walls in the same way. Separate fragments of the image can be applied in different rooms.

For your information! The popularity of this coating is due to such expressive means as glare, matte strokes and overflows.

Bathroom

If decorative plaster is used for, then the surface should be smooth and even. But even on a perfectly flat surface, it is necessary to apply a protective layer of enamel, wax or varnish. For decoration, it is worth choosing simpler solutions that will not clutter up the space. A relief coating is more suitable for a spacious room.

Preparation and application of Venetian plaster: application video tutorials

How to make and apply plaster correctly can be seen in the videos, which are widespread on the Internet. Let's consider some of the important steps in the painting procedure.

Before starting work, you should prepare thoroughly. Here's what you need:

• a mixture of plaster;
• wax and primer;
• suede leather;
• putty and special trowel;
• spatulas of different sizes;
• electric drill with a special mixer attachment;
• container for mixing the solution;
• rags and sponges.

Also, such work is carried out on surface preparation:

• the old coating is removed and the surface is cleaned;
• potholes and cracks are sealed with a cement-sand mortar, and minor defects are corrected with a putty;
• roughness should be removed with sandpaper, and the protrusions are removed with a grinder;
• then the surface and then the finish;
• thereafter, the surfaces must be primed to increase adhesion.

The application technology can be seen in the video:

Tinting

Before work is required. A composition is being prepared from a white base and different dyes. This process is called tinting. Here are the stages of the procedure:

• use the tinting fan to select the desired shade;
• for tinting you need a clean sheet, a set of dyes and a narrow spatula;
• prepare some plaster and selected dyes;
• take a container of dye and add it to the base. Stir the mixture until smooth;
• using a narrow trowel, apply a strip of plaster mixed with the base component to the sheet. Match it with the desired color on the fan. By gradually adding dye, you can get the desired shade;
• you can also add a second shade.

To give a shade close to natural stone, you can drip a little black color. This will also reduce the brightness a little.

How tinting is performed can be seen in the video below:

For your information! After drying, the painted surface will become two tones lighter.

Impregnation technique

Impregnation is also an important step. This can be done with a spray, brush or roller. In this case, the composition in the package should be pre-mixed.

The impregnation should be applied at temperatures from +5 to +30 degrees. This layer will dry out after 40 minutes.

Primer application technique

To use a primer, you need to dilute the purchased soil in water. Better if it is drinkable. The composition must be applied with a spray. The wall can be checked in an hour.

How to apply wax correctly

It is worth understanding the features of applying wax. This compound should be spread using a Japanese or flexible spatula. There are two ways to apply wax to plaster:

• with a flexible spatula. The wax will allow you to level the surface and slightly smooth it and fill in the shallow recesses;
• with a sponge. To make the surface of the walls look textured, you need to process it with a foam sponge. This will prevent the wax from filling in the depressions.

How to apply wax can be seen in the video below:

For your information! For a more luxurious finish, it is recommended to mix the wax composition with toner to obtain a golden or pearlescent effect.

Venetian plaster: price per work m2

If you don’t, then you will need to find a specialist. Before agreeing with the master, you need to know what is included in the price for work on 1m² of Venetian plaster.

One of the costly components is the purchase of materials. You can choose the material coated with enamel or wax. This will affect the cost of Venetian plaster.

The wax version is more expensive as it is natural.

The choice of color also matters. If you have to buy additional colors, this will increase the cost part.

The price of decorative Venetian plaster depends on the manufacturer and the particular store. Special formulations that increase the durability of the material can also affect the price. Such impurities protect against pathogenic microorganisms.

The following factors can also affect the price:

• mortar application technique. A cheaper option with a textured structure;
• reproducing a specific shade also complicates the task;
• number of layers. Each coverage is not only an additional cost, but also a waste of time and labor.

So, let's consider some prices depending on the type of work, presented in the table.

Venetian plaster: price per kg

Before you buy Venetian plaster, let's see some prices for it.

Photo	Variants and manufacturers	Specifications	Price, rub
	Travertino	15 kg. Imitation of natural stone.	2970
	Prestige	Fraction No. 4 4. Weight 14 kg.	1523
	Kingolite	Acrylic base. 30 kg.	2016
	Modena	15 kg. Turkish marble chips are used as filler.	3150

It's also worth exploring the reviews.

Reviewed by Tanya, Lipetsk: Decorative plaster UNIS Bark beetle - Long-lasting coating, can be painted. For interior and exterior work

Advantages: Not scratched, tolerates temperature changes. moisture resistant, can be painted many times.

Disadvantages: no

IN country house we are doing repairs and there is an unheated walk-through veranda. Designed to undress, undress. Create an air cushion between the street and the heated room. We decided to finish with decorative plaster Bark beetle. It is designed for indoor and outdoor use. Before applying it, the walls were leveled with ordinary plaster, since the bark beetle is already a fine finish

More details on Otzovik: http://otzovik.com/review_3875854.html

Maliakisa, Yekaterinburg: Derufa decorative plaster - PRESENTABLE, effective

Advantages: durable, sophisticated look, eco-friendly, masks the unevenness of the wall

Disadvantages: price

I am a designer. I try to test all new interesting interior solutions in my apartment before offering them to the customer. So, I first applied decorative plaster to the walls in my bathroom, and after that I began to include it in design projects for the client. The choice in favor of this material fell out due to the fact that it is very practical.

More details on Otzovik: http://otzovik.com/review_3210253.html

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Venetian plaster has an unsurpassedly beautiful appearance, due to which the interior of an apartment or a country house is filled with special sophistication and solemnity. Such a decorative coating has an unusual overflow and differs, not only in aesthetics, but also in strength and stability.

What is Venetian Plaster?

Venetian plaster is a seamless interior finish that looks like marble. It can have a glossy or semi-glossy texture, smooth or embossed surface, or be an analogue of various stone rocks, such as amber or malachite.

The photo shows what Venetian decorative plaster looks like on the wall in the interior.

Pros and cons of finishing

Advantages and disadvantages of this decorative finish.

Types of Venetian

There are several varieties of Venetian, differing in appearance, composition and method of application.

Craquelure

Has an antique effect and has fancy cracked patterns. This decorative technique is obtained due to a special craquelure varnish, which, when dried, pulls together the plaster layer and forms fractures.

Carrara marble

To achieve an imitation of Carrara marble, several plaster layers are applied, differing from each other by half a tone. The result is a rather expensive finish, which plays with a variety of overflows.

The photo shows the walls decorated with Venetian plaster with the effect of Carrara marble.

Veneto

It is a semi-matt surface with a polished marble effect. This design option will undoubtedly give the room nobility and aristocracy.

Marseille wax

Such an unusual visual effect is obtained due to the addition of wax, which not only transforms the appearance of the entire coating and adds extra chic to it, but also improves its technical characteristics, for example, this finish can be used in rooms with a suspended level of humidity.

Trevignano

Thanks to layers of different colors, such a surface has iridescence and a special play of light. With the help of a polymer mixture and a certain application technique, an imitation is obtained that resembles a rock of travertine.

The photo shows the Venetian plaster of Trevignano on the wall in the dining room.

Marbella

This texture looks very elegant and expensive, outwardly it looks like velvet with streaks of gloss. Also, marbella can change the hue depending on the angle of illumination.

Encausto

Dark matte surface that resembles granite. With the help of a finishing wax coating, it turns out to further enhance this effect.

Varieties of decorative coatings

The main types of Venetian flooring.

Natural (classic)

This variety is applied using the traditional multi-layer method. As part of the classic Venetian plaster contains marble chips, binders and various additives that provide good strength properties.

Pictured is a modern living room with classic gray plaster on the wall.

Imitation or what to replace

Plaster imitation options.

Wallpaper

They perfectly imitate the Venetian and allow you to get an equally attractive result without unnecessary costs and complex application.

Stretch canvases (for ceiling)

Stretch products with such imitation are distinguished by their special beauty and sophistication, however, they are a rather unusual and not yet very common interior solution.

Panels

Lightweight panels are easy to install, perfectly hide the unevenness of the plane and outwardly are in no way inferior to the original.

In the photo there are wall panels with imitation of a plastered surface.

Tile

It goes well with a variety of materials, resistant to mechanical stress and temperature extremes. The tile perfectly imitates rocks such as pink or amber onyx, gray granite or deep green malachite.

Places of application of Venetian plaster

Venetian finishes have an unlimited number of uses; they look equally good on walls, ceilings or other interior elements such as fireplaces, columns or various niches.

• On the wall. The preferred type of decoration, which is absolutely safe for health. Thanks to huge choice decorative performance, you can choose the most suitable option for any style direction.
• On the ceiling. With the help of a Venetian, you can give the ceiling an unusual texture or relief that cannot be achieved using other materials.

The photo shows a bathroom with bright wall decoration in the form of Venetian decorative plaster.

Photo of plaster in the interior of rooms

Photographs using Venetian in various interiors.

Bedroom

Venetian decorative plaster is environmentally friendly and non-toxic and therefore almost universal option for the bedroom. Thanks to the wide color palette, this design will give the room airiness, individuality and chic.

Children's room

A safe and harmless Venetian woman will help to decorate the nursery, both in bright and rich colors, and in calm and delicate colors. The plaster mix is \u200b\u200bconsidered a self-sufficient finishing element that significantly transforms the room and makes it much more effective.

Living room or hall

With this unique wall decoration with a special structural character, you can achieve a variety of effects on ceilings or walls. For the living room, classic plaster, silk, velvet, concrete or travertine surface is suitable.

On the kitchen

The plaster mix with a special finish allows you to create a luxurious design even for the kitchen or dining room. Such a coating is very easy to maintain and is not susceptible to mold and mildew.

Hallway and corridor

The Venetian will be an excellent decoration for the corridor, and thanks to expressive overflows, highlights or matte strokes will give it a certain charm.

Bathroom

Here, the most even and smooth textures that will not accumulate dirt and dust will be more appropriate. A protective varnish layer, iron or wax enamel, will help to keep maintenance to a minimum.

Balcony

So durable and practical design will give the balcony space incredible expressiveness and volume. Various options colors and natural patterns will create an unusual play of light in this room.

Restroom

Venetian, not only gives the bathroom artistry and sophistication, but also perfectly withstands temperature changes, humidity and retains its decorative qualities for a long time.

Design options in various styles

Due to the huge assortment and many options for unusual and original design, this finish can be applied in any style direction.

• Classic.
• Art Deco.
• Loft.
• High tech.

The photo shows a dark Venetian decorative plaster on the wall in the kitchen, made in high-tech style.

Venetian plaster has a visually attractive appearance and easily allows you to decorate a wide variety of interiors, giving them an even more beautiful, harmonious and complete look. For example, for a classic style, this finish can be complemented with baguettes, moldings or stucco.

The photo shows a classic bedroom and walls decorated with a glossy Venetian finish.

Examples of designs and drawings

Photo examples of the most interesting drawings and designs.

Gloss

A fairly common decor option. The glossy surface is created with a finishing wax layer or polishing. This texture is very pleasant to the touch and has an incredibly amazing shine.

Nacre

By adding mother-of-pearl to the plaster mixture, an iridescent effect is created with a weak shimmer and a slight glow of pearls. Such textured material allows you to create a truly exclusive and author's interior.

Color (two-color and more)

Various combinations of shades or color transitions in the form of a gradient will be perfect for decorating any style directions and will become a bright and expressive touch of the whole room.

Gold

With the use of this exquisite golden decoration, it is possible to fill the atmosphere with luxury, wealth and grandeur without going over the aesthetic boundaries.

Under concrete

It has an unusual appearance and high performance. Such a unique slightly rough texture, which does not have a pronounced relief, is obtained by adding small pebbles and sand.

Silk

Wet silk has a rich texture with a unique handwriting. This finish creates incomparably beautiful visual effects that transform the room into a real palace apartment. A silky texture is obtained using fibers and shiny elements.

Sand

Such a multifaceted decor can have a different appearance, for example, create imitations of river sand, sandy wind or dunes.

World map

The scattered outlines of the continents and islands, made on the surface, look exclusive and bring the spirit of travel to the environment.

What color is the Venetian?

Most popular colors.

White

Allows you to enhance, highlight and emphasize favorably the rest of the shades and decor items in the interior. Use white, white-gray or ivory to create a perfect and fresh design.

Creates rich, bold and contrasting accents in the interior. A room decorated in black will look modern and noble, and will acquire a more expressive and clear look.

Green

It evokes warmth, summer and fresh herbs. This color creates a comfortable environment and makes it interesting, unusual and very colorful.

Turquoise

Possesses special brightness and saturation. Turquoise color radically transforms the room and undoubtedly becomes its main accent.

Beige

Classic light beige shades in the interior look restrained, calm and elegant. Thanks to their neutrality, it turns out to create an unobtrusive design and visually expand the space.

Blue

An incredibly delicate and sophisticated blue color creates a soulful and soft atmosphere.

In the photo there is a children's room and walls with a blue pearl Venetian coating.

Silver

Fills the room with mystery and moon shimmer. The silvery shades, thanks to the inviting iridescence, create bold sparkling accents in the room.

Photo gallery

The Venetian woman makes the interior truly refined and unique. Such a coating can give any surface an elegant and respectable look.