Venetian plaster: photos, types, pros and cons, places of application, design, color scheme

What is venetian stucco?

Venetian plaster is a seamless interior that resembles marble. It can have a glossy or semi-gloss texture, a smooth or embossed surface, or be an analogue of various rock types, for example amber or malachite.

The photo shows how the Venetian decorative stucco looks 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 the Venetian, differing in appearance, composition and method of application.

Craquelure

It has an antique effect and has fancy patterns with cracks. This decorating 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, the application of several plaster layers, differing by half a ton, is used. The result is a rather expensive finish that plays with a variety of modulations.

On the photo there are walls decorated with Venetian stucco with the effect of Carrara marble.

Veneto

It is a semi-gloss surface with the effect of polished marble. This design option will undoubtedly give the room a 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 additional chic, but also improves its technical characteristics, for example, this finish can be used in rooms with a high level of humidity.

Trevignano

Thanks to layers of different colors, such a surface has tints and a special play of light. Using a polymer mixture and a certain application technique, an imitation resembling travertine rock is obtained.

In the photo, the Venetian stucco is anxious on the wall in the dining room.

Marbello

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

Encausto

Dark matte surface that resembles granite. With the help of a finish wax coating it is possible to further strengthen this effect.

Varieties of decorative coatings

The main types of venetian cover.

Natural (Classic)

This variety is applied by the traditional multilayer method. As part of the classic Venetian plaster contains marble chips, astringent components and various additives that provide good strength properties.

The photo shows a modern living room with classic gray stucco on the wall.

Imitation or what to replace

Plaster imitation options.

Wallpaper

They perfectly imitate the Venetian and make it possible to obtain no less attractive results without unnecessary costs and complex application.

Stretch webs (for ceiling)

Stretch products with this imitation are particularly beautiful and sophisticated, but they are quite unusual and not yet very common interior solutions.

Panels

Lightweight panels have a simple installation, perfectly hide the irregularities of the plane and outwardly are in no way inferior to the original.

In the photo 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 rock, for example pink or amber onyx, gray granite or deep green malachite.

Places of application of the Venetian plaster

The Venetian decoration has an unlimited number of applications; it looks equally good on walls, ceilings or in the design of other interior elements, such as a fireplace, columns or various niches.

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

In the photo there is a bathroom with bright wall decoration in the form of Venetian decorative plaster.

Photo plaster in the interior of the rooms

Photos using the Venetian in various interiors.

Bedroom

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

Children's room

A safe and harmless Venetian will help to design a nursery, both in bright and saturated colors, and in calm and delicate colors. The stucco mixture is considered a self-sufficient finishing element, which significantly transforms the room and makes it much more spectacular.

Living room or lounge

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

On the kitchen

The stucco mix with a special topcoat allows you to create a luxurious design even for the kitchen or dining room. This coating is very easy to care for and is not susceptible to fungus and mold.

Hallway and corridor

The Venetian will be an excellent decoration of the corridor, and thanks to expressive overflows, glare or matte touches will give it a certain charm.

Bathrooms

Here the most even and smooth textures that will not accumulate dirt and dust on themselves will be more appropriate. A protective lacquer layer, iron or wax enamel, will help minimize care.

Balcony

Such a durable and practical design will give the balcony space incredible expressiveness and volume. Different colorings and natural patterns will create an unusual play of light in this room.

Restroom

The Venetian, not only gives the bathroom an artistic and sophistication, but also withstands temperature extremes, humidity and retains its decorative qualities for a long time.

Design options in various styles

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

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

In the photo there is dark Venetian decorative stucco on the wall in the high-tech kitchen.

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 supplemented with baguettes, moldings or stucco moldings.

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

Design examples and drawings

Photos are examples of the most interesting drawings and designs.

Gloss

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

Nacre

By adding pearl to the stucco mixture, an iridescent effect is created with a faint flicker and a slight glow of the pearl. Such textured material allows you to create a truly exclusive and author's interior.

Color (two-tone or more)

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

Under the gold

Using this exquisite golden decoration it turns out to fill the atmosphere with luxury, wealth and grandeur while not crossing the aesthetic boundaries.

Under concrete

It has an unusual appearance and has 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 decoration creates incomparably beautiful visual effects that turn the room into a real palace apartment. A silky texture is obtained using fibers and shiny elements.

Sand

Such multifaceted decor can have a different appearance, for example, to create simulations of river sand, sand wind or dune.

World map

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

What color is the Venetian?

The most popular colors.

White

Allows you to enhance, highlight and profitably emphasize the other shades and decor items in the interior. Using white, white-gray or ivory, you can create a perfect and fresh design.

In the photo there is a wall decorated with white-gray Venetian stucco.

Blue

It will bring into the atmosphere a special sophistication, sophistication and create a relaxing and relaxing interior.

Gray

Elegant and unique gray shade is very practical. He will undoubtedly add a peculiar aristocracy to the room.

The black

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

Green

It is associated with warmth, summer and fresh greenery. This color forms a comfortable atmosphere and makes it interesting, unusual and very colorful.

Turquoise

It has a special brightness and saturation. The turquoise color dramatically transforms the room and undoubtedly becomes its main emphasis.

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

Incredibly delicate and sophisticated blue color forms a sincere and soft atmosphere.

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

Silver

Fills the room with mystery and moonlight flicker. Silver shades, thanks to alluring overflows create bold, shiny accents in the room.

Photo gallery

The Venetian makes the interior truly sophisticated and unique. Such a coating can give any surface an elegant and respectable appearance.