VENETIAN PLASTER - CUTTING EDGE IDEAS FOR APPLICATIONS (PART 1) from Feroz Ali's blog

The use of Venetian plasters in interior design should not be subject to any preconceived notions or limitations. The modern designer has been afforded the use of these wonderfully adept polished plasters with a wide scope of diverse applications. Here are some areas venetian plaster where you might have not thought of using them.

For century's the traditional plaster floor finish of Asiatic countries has graced many a fine abode. This alternative flooring has been taken and refined by the Italian artisan and prepared for modern application methods. They possess the same decorative and aesthetic charm of Venetian plaster, giving a good sense of depth with a pleasing lightly honed surface. Further strengthened by resins the finishes are very durable, easily comparable with a hardwood floor, perfect for domestic traffic. These practical floors are easy to clean too, with a mop and bucket just as you would any other surface.

So why stop at the floor, with the proper preparation we can take these polished plaster finishes across the furniture too, provided you have permission that is! Doors are merged with the walls with contemporary style so as they blend for a classic minimalist look. The timeless elegance of Venetian plasters in bathrooms and wet rooms is well known, but this may be taken to a new level by incorporating the vanity units, mirrors and cupboard too. Try the units of a kitchen, with a good impact strength and naturally anti bacterial surface, these adept mineral coating might be the detail that completes your design area.