Common Questions

Can I paint over Venetian Plaster?
Yes, as long as it has not been waxed, which we do not recommend. Use a latex or oil-based primer sealer and proceed as for other primed surfaces. You may also apply a wall covering over Venetian Plaster if the surface is primed.

The Venetian Plaster is finished and dry but when I wash it, it seems to dissolve.
There are certain wall coverings or fabrics that one would never wash. This high-end coating has other methods for maintenance. Venetian Plaster is not washable until it is protected with the Venetian Plaster top coat. However, in applications to areas such as bedrooms, living and dining rooms it is not always desirable to apply the top coat as this slightly alters the look of the Venetian Plaster. If an area of the unprotected Venetian Plaster is damaged, it is easier to repair it than if it was protected with the Venetian Plaster top coat, which would require sanding the dirty area with 600-grit sandpaper and reburnishing. While Venetian Plaster dries quickly, it takes a long time to cure at which point a damp rag may be carefully used to remove the dirt.

If I apply a texture to my wall surface using the Venetian Plaster how do I get my wall smooth again for repainting.
If a heavily textured Venetian Plaster was used, sand down to a smooth finish and apply a skim coat of plaster in necessary. Prime the surface with a latex primer before repainting.

Can I use the Venetian Plaster in a bathroom?
Yes, you can use it anywhere paint or wallpaper might be considered. However, the following precautions are advised: Before beginning the project, remove any mould and mildew with a cleanser that kills the fungus (e.g. TSP) Prime out the surface and ground coat in a paint that is specifically formulated for bathrooms (these paints contains an anti-fungicide). We recommend that a Venetian Plaster top coat always be used in a bathroom.

Can I use the Venetian Plaster on exteriors?
No. The Venetian Plaster is an interior coating only.

After I have finished my decorative treatment, can I clean my walls with commercial cleaners?
No. Commercial cleaners such as "Fantastik" are powerful cleansers and dissolve latex/acrylic mediums. Make sure surfaces are cured before cleaning and do so only with mild soap and warm water.

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