About Polished Plaster

At MODA we employ the traditional methods for applying polished plaster. These methods have been practised for thousands of years but more prolifically since the Renaissance period.

I am privileged to have studied these techniques in Italy and I am qualified to apply these authentic polished plasters.

The plaster, which originates from the Venetian region of Italy, and is usually referred to as Venetian polished plaster, is either lime or resin based, and contains granulated marble, either coarse or fine, depending on the desired effect.

Venetian polished plaster can be burnished to an even gloss and is available in a full range of colours.

Marmorino is a coarse-grained plaster, and can be applied in many different ways. It can be applied as a matte finish or with soft satin sheen. It can also be applied as a pitted finish giving a naturally aged effect.

Marmorino has the potential for creativity as it allows the artisan to combine techniques.

It is also possible to overlay the plaster with tinted waxes or glazes so that subtle depths of colour can achieved in the creation of unique and beautiful walls. The wax also protects the walls and allows them to be easily maintainable.

As an option to wax protection, an invisible silicone sealer can be applied to protect the walls making them washable and suitable for both interior and exterior use. This sealer will not alter the natural appearance of the Marmorino.