About

Ingredients

Venetian plaster is a decorating coating made from lime stone, powdered marble, and water. It is also known as marble plaster, Italian plaster or polished plaster.

Application

• Applied in multiple layers using a trowel
• The plaster is polished to create a high gloss, shine when burnished, or a matte finish

Uses

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• Interior and exterior decoration
• Create a marble-like finish
• Replicate ancient patinas or create contemporary looks
• Applicable for walls, ceilings, fire places and any other surfaces

Benefits

• Durable and resistant to wear
• Hypoallergenic and resistant to mold and algae
• Regulates humidity
• Breathable
• Absorbs bad odors (e.g. cigarette smoke)
• Resistant to fading (i.e. photodegradation)
• More durable than any plaster
• Resistant to stains and scratches
• Insulate your home

History

While this plaster is called “Venetian,” it has a much more ancient history, predating the city of Venice by thousands of years. Experts believe that Venetian plaster dates back to 9,000 years ago in Mesopotamia.

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