Venetian plaster is an epitome of timeless natural beauty with its finely textured, lustrous finish. Since Roman times, it has transformed ceilings and walls into magnificent works of art.

It is generally known as lime plaster since it is a putty made from a mixture of burnt limestone and water. It is commonly applied to walls and ceilings using a steel trowel. Often, marble dust is added during the application of the plaster on a surface.

Besides the aesthetics, here are the benefits of Venetian plaster.

7 Benefits of Using Venetian Plaster for your Adelaide Home

It’s a bespoke wall and ceiling coating

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Venetian plaster is a highly customisable wall coating to suit your home’s design and style. You can have it either textured or smooth. You can also choose between a high-gloss, mirror-like coating or just polish it for a gentle glow. 

In terms of colour, there is a wide variety of choices such as a pared-back neutral, a metallic or pearlescent finish, bold colours, etc.  

Furthermore, you can choose to have your Venetian plaster to look like natural stones such as travertine, limestone, or marble. 

It’s a versatile wall and ceiling finish

You can apply lime plaster to either pre-existing or new walls and ceilings. It can also be applied on archways and any curved surfaces. Moreover, it works splendidly on feature walls and fireplace surrounds. 

It is a plaster that adheres best to stone, wood, gypsum, and other porous substrates. 

Venetian plaster can be applied over correctly prepared:

  • Brick wall surfaces
  • Exterior wood
  • Cement board
  • Tile
  • Wood and 
  • Drywall
  • Brick
  • Plasterboard 
  • Concrete and 
  • Concrete blocks

Unmatched durability 

Today’s modern artisans recognise lime plasters as “lifetime finishes ”. These plaster finishes can last for many years without fading. 

Also, they are less prone to cracking and shrinking compared to other cement finishes. Lime plasters harden over time and withstand impact where other wall coatings would easily crack. 

It’s easy to maintain

Venetian Plaster

Wall surfaces applied with Venetian plaster are easy to clean. You only need a damp cloth and a mild soap to remove a minor scuff. 

Cleaning is effortless since lime plasters allow water to easily spread throughout the surface and evaporate quickly. 

Also, there’s no need to re-plaster the whole wall to remove major blemishes or scuff. Arrays of lime plasters can be fixed in patches and then fused with the entire wall. 

Here’s a tip. Adding a wax finish on the plaster helps repel dust and dirt. As a result, you’ll have very low-maintenance walls and ceilings.      

Regulates humidity

Breathability is the least you would expect from a plaster known for its hardiness. Expect your home to be cooler during humid weather as lime plasters allow your walls to dry fast and prevent moisture from being confined in the substrate. 

Perfect for bathrooms

lime-based plaster has a high pH level, which makes it a natural fungicide. Hence, it is naturally resistant to mould and mildew.

Master Bathroom - Italian Venetian Plaster

Venetian plaster is a low-maintenance and grout-free alternative to natural stones or bathroom tiles. 

A healthy paint alternative 

Applying Venetian plaster to your walls and ceilings improves the indoor air quality of your home. It’s a coating that allows you to breathe free and easy since it is non-toxic compared to paints, sealers, and glues. 

Lime plasters are made from all-natural ingredients. They don’t release harmful VOCs or Volatile Organic Compounds in your home.  

Venetian Plaster for Seamless Walls and Ceilings

If you want a wall finish for your home, choose Venetian plaster. Its intriguing depth, tactility and sheen make it undeniably magnificent.  

What’s more? It is durable, requires low maintenance, versatile, and environment-friendly.