If you’re looking for a unique wall finish but don’t want traditional stucco, consider Venetian plaster.
Because of this burnishing, the Venetian plaster develops a smooth, iridescent finish.
But the reward is a remarkable finish resembling marble, with the illusion of depth and texture.
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Keep reading to learn how to apply Venetian plaster, plus, tips for a beautiful finish.
Even though Venetian plaster dries slowly, you don’t want to step away from your work.
Safety Considerations
Wear eye protection if you are spreading the Venetian plaster overhead.
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Always wear breathing protection when burnishing Venetian plaster, as this step produces plaster dust.
Wear gloves when mixing and applying the plaster, as it can irritate the skin.
Fill and sand cracks and holes in the walls and wash off any dirt and grease.
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Then,prime unfinished drywallwith flat paint before applying Venetian plaster.
Apply a thin coat of plaster while holding the trowel at a 15- to 30-degree angle to the wall.
Spread the plaster with strokes that vary in length and angle.
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Tip
Clean off the trowel occasionally to keep dried plaster from getting into the finish.
Let the plaster dry thoroughly or for about four hours.
Use overlapping (X-shaped) long and short strokes to cover the surface thoroughly.
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Let the plaster dry for at least 24 hours before moving on to the burnishing stage.
Then, clean the surface with a damp cloth.
Either material is troweled on.
Later, the topcoat is burnished in the same way that you earlier burnished the Venetian plaster.
The latter approach offers far more color choices.
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