We create decorative plaster from ordinary putty: application methods and video tutorials. Decorative plaster of walls with your own hands: step-by-step finishing of walls with decorative plaster Composition of decorative plaster from putty
Decorative plaster solutions, or decorative textured coatings, do not require further processing or surface finishing. They can be applied to walls and partitions made of any material - be it brick, concrete, plasterboard, wood or ordinary plaster. But the plaster hardens very quickly, so it is quite difficult to carry out Finishing work using it on a large surface.
In addition, the use of decorative plaster for wall finishing requires careful preparation of the surface (treatment with primer, putty, and grouting materials).
Typically, decorative plaster is produced in the form of a dry or ready-to-use thick mixture. The basis of such materials includes a polymer binder, filler (marble or granite chips, sand, lime), on which the texture of the future coating depends, as well as liquid foundation- water.
Dry plaster in packages
Decorative plaster often includes other additives that provide additional properties (different surface structure, protective shock-proof properties).
There are also special, separately sold additives for giving decorative plaster a particular color.
Plaster with color additives
If the coating is made in the form of a dry mixture, it must be diluted with water in the required proportion. The plaster is applied quite quickly: first with a brush, and then with a spatula or other tool, or with a special tool immediately (which one should be indicated in the instructions for using decorative plaster). Such a tool can be a roller, brush, trowel, or trowel.
Stretching plaster is always applied using a trowel, working from the bottom up. This plaster is characterized by a denser grain structure. Externally, it is very different from ordinary plasters.
The use of decorative plaster provides many possibilities. For example, using various molding tools, you can additionally create different types of texture.
Plaster consumption is measured in kilograms per square meter surface and usually ranges from 1.5 to 3 kg.
Decorative synthetic plaster is also used for finishing as interior walls, and facades. Depending on the graining and direction of grouting of such plaster, you can create an individual wall structure interior spaces. This plaster is usually used as a finishing coat, but can be additionally coated with paint.
Decorative plaster in the room
Grout mineral plaster is characterized by a high content of natural grains and does not contain artificial resin. It has a high ability to transmit water vapor. Used for external and internal work.
Before covering the walls with decorative plaster, apply a preparatory layer along the beacons ordinary plaster, consisting of spray and soil. The surface of the preparatory layer is scratched, giving it roughness for better adhesion to the decorative layer. A coating of decorative mortar is applied over a well-seasoned preparatory layer. Moreover, it can consist of two, three or more layers.
First, a spray of decorative mortar is applied to the preparatory layer, then a layer or layers of primer and, if required, a cover of the same mortar.
Creating decorative plaster from ordinary
Decorative plaster “Wave”
A variety of textures for future painting can be “depicted” on ordinary plaster. For example, “waves” look great on lime-sand plaster.
To reproduce them on the surface, apply a second layer of mortar in straight or curved strips to fresh or previously rubbed plaster, notched and moistened with water, and smooth it with a spatula. This way a wavy surface is obtained.
Plaster "Wave"
Plaster "Traverine"
To create travertine (lime tuff) on the wall, a thin layer of colored mortar is applied to the prepared plaster surface. After this, smooth it with a spatula or steel trowel. The result is raised islands on a smooth, worn-out background - the so-called decorative “stones”.
Plaster "Traverine"
For information on the process of applying this type of paint, watch the video:
Stone plaster
To create a “boulder-like” texture, apply a plastic colored solution to the ground, quickly level it with a trowel and then trim the surface with a hard hair or bristle brush. When trimming, the brush should be held strictly perpendicular to the surface. A hard brush is needed because only it gives clear, sharply defined “boulders”.
Stone plaster
Plaster "Dune"
Under the dunes, the colored solution is also first leveled with a trowel, and then a grater is applied with slight pressure and immediately torn off. The solution sticks to the grater and, together with it, is pulled away from the surface, causing roughness to form on the surface. Externally, these roughnesses are very similar to sand dunes. If you want the dunes to be wavy, you can not tear off the grater directly, but slightly move it to the side. To obtain the texture of small dunes, the solution is first allowed to set a little. After this, it is lightly rubbed, a grater is placed on the surface and it is torn off.
Plaster "Dune"
Watch how to apply Dune to a wall in a short video:
Plaster "Furrows"
The “furrow” texture is obtained using a grinder with semicircular teeth, which is made from a steel strip or wood. It is up to 30 mm wide with gaps between the teeth of 10-15 mm. The teeth of the hammer are sharpened in one direction. Apply a slow-moving solution to the prepared soil, quickly level it with a trowel, then take it into left hand rule and apply it to the solution that has not yet set. Now you need to place the small bit on the rule with your right hand and guide it with the sharpened side of the teeth forward at an angle of 45° to the surface. This way, even furrows are obtained. Their size and shape, naturally, depend on the shape of the teeth of the bait.
Plaster "Furrows"
Plaster “under a fur coat”
By spraying, throwing the solution through a mesh, shaking the solution from a broom or brush.
Methods of applying plaster “under a fur coat”
Spraying through a mesh and from a broom is carried out with any solution (even with coarse aggregate). Only a solution with fine aggregate is suitable for spraying with a brush. To get a dense spray without skipping, repeat it several times until there are no areas left on the surface not covered with the solution. Can also be used special device for spraying (outwardly it resembles a fan).
Spraying plaster under a fur coat
Spraying on the mesh is done like this. Stretch a mesh with cells from 2.5 to 10 mm (the specific size depends on the size of the texture) onto a wooden frame measuring 100 x 100 or 100 x 50 cm. WITH reverse side Stretch the wire diagonally across the frame. It is necessary to ensure that the mesh does not bulge or vibrate during operation. Attach the mesh to the wire and tie it. To ensure that the frame is always at the same distance from the wall, nail strips 10-25 cm thick to it.
Spraying plaster “under a fur coat” through the mesh
The frame is placed against the surface of the soil and the solution is thrown through the mesh with a spatula from a falcon. Passing through the mesh, the solution remains on the surface in the form of tubercles. To ensure that your texture is the same, try to apply the solution with the same force.
When spraying from a birch broom, hold it with your right hand, and in your left take a round stick with a diameter of 4-5 cm and a length of 50-60 cm. Scoop the solution onto the broom and hit it on the stick, shaking it onto the wall surface. The size of the resulting texture will depend on the thickness of the broom rods, the thickness of the solution and the force of shaking. While working, stir the solution from time to time so that it does not separate.
Spraying plaster “under a fur coat” with a broom
To get a finer texture, spray with a brush. It is better to use a stiff hair or ( best option) bristle brush. The brush is held with the left hand and, having been dipped into the solution to half the height of the hair, is brought to the surface with the bristles up. Then they pass along the bristles with a stick or board (it is held in the right hand), and the solution flies off the brush onto the surface to be plastered. A thick texture will remain on the wall, similar to the pile of a fur coat.
Brush for applying plaster “under a fur coat”
To obtain a texture similar to snow flakes, spraying is done with flakes of a creamy plastic solution. The wall will be especially impressive if flakes of white mortar are applied to colored plaster. In this case, the colored solution is first applied, leveled and rubbed, and then sprayed over it. This must be done without waiting for the plaster to dry.
To create a texture with a sponge, apply a solution of a creamy consistency to the soil, quickly level it and immediately apply face blows to it with a sponge. After this, a relief remains on the surface of the plaster, the appearance of which depends on the shape of the pores of the sponge. To prevent the solution from sticking to the sponge, it must be moistened with soapy water and lightly squeezed.
Instead of a sponge, you can use a relief roller
To obtain relief patterns on an unhardened plastered surface, you can use special stamps or any convex objects: shells, dense leaves, branches, etc. Pieces of stone, brick, multi-colored glass fragments, shells can simply be pressed into the still soft plaster. It will harden and hold the mosaic together.
To give relief to plaster, you can use the most various items
Sgraffito plaster
Another way decorative finishing walls using plaster is called "sgraffito" (scratched). This technique involves scraping off thin layers of specially applied colored plaster. If there are several such color layers, the resulting pattern will be voluminous and multicolored, reminiscent of a fresco.
Wall finishing using the sgraffito method
Now let's move on to considering techniques for decorating walls using terrazite plaster. This type of plaster consists of a large amount of fluff lime mixed with white cement, white sand, marble chips, glass, mica and other materials. What makes terrasite plaster special is the addition of mica and anthracite fines (up to 10% of the volume of cement).
A type of terrasite plaster
Plaster-hatching
The “hatched” texture (straight or shifted strokes) with irregularities from 2 to 5 mm is obtained from fine-grained mixtures using a freshly applied solution. The solution (in the interval from 1 to 6 hours after application) must be processed by notching with nail combs or toothed scrapers. The applied cement mixture can be treated with a Troyanka or scarpel. Work on the hardened mortar begins no earlier than 6 days after its application.
Plaster "Rock"
The rock-like texture resembles crushed stone, and is made from hardened mortar with coarse aggregate, hammered with a chisel or tongue. The tongue and groove is driven into the mortar, thereby knocking out pieces and leaving indentations that form a uniformly grained surface. If the processing is carried out with a chisel or a scarpel, cutting off pieces of mortar, the surface will have the appearance of torn or chipped natural stone.
Technology of application and texture of stone plaster
Before processing, the surface of stone plaster is divided into separate “stones”. To do this, using a chalked cord, lines of rows of “stones” or rusticated “seams” are punched, as well as straps and other straight parts. After this, they begin to finish the plaster to suit one or another texture.
Texture “under a fur coat” performed with different tools. If you perform notching with bush hammers with large teeth, the result will be a coarse-grained texture, with small teeth - a fine-grained texture, and when forging with a tongue and groove, a particularly coarse-grained texture will be obtained. Keep in mind: with large and long spikes of bush hammer teeth, the texture is deeper and larger.
Under shading The work with grooves is done with a bush hammer, only instead of teeth it should have blades. The depth of the grooves will be determined by the size of the teeth. The first forging is carried along the line marked with the cord, and the subsequent ones are parallel to it. To obtain a texture with the entire surface divided into strips, you need to use a trojan or gear.
Bouchard and Trojan
Texture “under the dunes” on stone plaster it is done with a chisel. First, the surface of the wall must be cleaned with steel brushes or rubbed off with whetstones. And then from a well-compacted and rubbed surface of the plaster, you need to cut off a thin layer so that small depressions are formed.
Types of chisels
Under torn stone or roughly chopped sandstone invoice made with tongues, chisels, scarpels. First, apply a solution to the surface in a layer of 4-6 cm, compact it and divide the surface into “stones”. When the solution has set, they cut through or perform rustications, and then treat the surface as necessary to obtain the texture. A chisel or dowel is driven into the applied hardened plaster and pieces of the mortar are broken off in different places to form large irregularities. If you want to get the texture of hewn sandstone, use a chisel to chop off small pieces of plaster.
Fur coat finish and torn stone finish
Coarse-grained and fine-grained textures received in two doses. First, cement mortar is applied - in small or large throws - then a mortar for stone plaster is prepared and applied in a layer up to 10 mm thick over the set layer of soil. The top texture can be fine-grained or coarse-grained, depending on the filler.
Application of Venetian plaster
To achieve the best result, the surface to be covered with Venetian plaster should be as smooth as possible, uniform (white) and non-absorbent. You cannot apply plaster to wood and metal - over time, the coating will crack.
Venetian plaster
Tools for Venetian plaster
To prepare and cover walls with Venetian plaster, you will need the following tools:
- two brushes - maklovitsa and flute,
- roulette,
- long ruler
- level,
- pencil,
- syringe dispenser,
- measuring cups,
- containers for mixing materials,
- mixer,
- ladder,
- bucket with water,
- sanding paper (no. 120 and 220),
- grinding float,
- two stainless steel smoothers 250 and 200 mm wide,
- wide and narrow spatulas made of forged polished stainless steel.
It is advisable to round off the working edges of the tools and polish them with fine-grained sandpaper, completely removing scratches, burrs and other defects.
Before applying Venetian plaster, make sure the base is thoroughly prepared. If the base is not properly prepared, cracks may appear on the surface that cannot be repaired.
Stages of applying Venetian plaster
The depth and transparency of the coating is achieved using a special application technique.
The master applies several thin layers of coating to the wall, consisting of randomly located spots of material. The combination of many such spots and their layers creates the illusion of depth in the design. natural material. The number of layers varies from 2 to 10, but the total thickness hardly exceeds 1 mm. Each layer must be smoothed (pressed) manually with a spatula, float, or grater until a completely flat, smooth and glossy surface is obtained. Even experienced specialist it takes almost an hour to work with 1 m² of one layer.
The first layer is usually made of a material that contains finely ground marble chips. It is applied to the surface with a steel trowel or spatula in the same way as putty. After 4-6 hours, covering and glazing layers can be applied to this layer, which will create the texture of the coating pattern.
Applying the first layer of plaster
If you need to get matte finish, then the second and subsequent layers are made of the same material as the first. The glossy surface is obtained using a finely dispersed material mixed with the selected dye.
When starting work, use a spatula to spread a small amount of material onto the working surface of a long trowel. Now start working from any top corner. Proceed in the same way as when applying finishing putty, applying the mixture in an even layer. Cover areas near the floor using a bottom-up motion. Press the trowel firmly against the wall, holding it at an angle of 10-15° to the surface. Make sure there are no gaps.
When the first layer has dried, begin applying the next one.
First, mix the coating material: add dye to it (if you bought a “semi-finished product”) and mix everything thoroughly again.
Next, apply a small amount of material along the edge of the short trowel with a narrow spatula and spread it in random strokes using short arc-shaped movements. Each movement should be approximately equal to the length of the iron. If a sag forms on the wall at the end of the movement, disperse it with a straight-line movement at an angle to the sag line. Alternate the movements of spreading and accelerating and randomly change their length and direction. Apply the coating on the floor using arcuate movements, starting from the bottom. Finish when an area of approximately 0.7 x 0.7 m is covered with the second layer.
Stage of applying Venetian plaster
Now level the coating in this area with long strokes of the trowel in random directions. Every 2-3 strokes, clean the ironer and wipe it with a damp cloth. Increase the pressure and tilt of the smoother plane to 20-25°. The result should be a uniform thin layer.
After 10 minutes, begin to smooth the coating with the edge of a wide (200 mm) spatula. Movements with a spatula from top to bottom should be slightly crossing. As gloss appears (this occurs from heating and polymerization of the material), release the pressure on the spatula. If this is not done, the resulting crust may be damaged.
To finally polish the surface, you need to smooth it with a clean trowel. At the same time, it is pressed firmly with both hands and held at an angle of 5-12° to the plane of the wall. When polishing an area near the floor, direct the strokes of the trowel from bottom to top and slightly cross them.
The next stage of applying Venetian plaster
When finished, proceed to apply the second layer to the next area, repeating all stages of the operation sequentially.
The pressure on the stroker is released at the beginning and end of the movement (as when scraping). This allows you to change the thickness of the material layer. When smoothing and glossing, the movements of the trowel should cross the boundaries of adjacent areas. To get the desired texture, change the size of the trowel, the length of the strokes, the spaces between them, as well as the force of pressure on the tool.
Working in corners, openings, ledges and others difficult places, direct the spreading movements from the border line into the area. If necessary, use a spatula instead of a smoothing iron.
While the second layer is still wet, begin applying the next layer in randomly placed spots. At the same time, the entire finishing cycle is repeated in sections. Apply as many layers as possible different colors), as long as it takes to achieve the desired result.
If you accidentally damage the surface, use a narrow spatula to apply the first layer of material to the area and around it. When it dries, repeat the entire operation of applying the next layer.
You can use the room after all the work is completed within a day, but it’s better not to rush. The walls will dry completely in a week.
Venetian plaster
After all layers have dried, you can cover the walls with natural beeswax. It will enhance the shine of the coating and give the feeling of an optical illusion. Waxing gives the coating additional moisture resistance. There is no need to apply wax to some plasters produced today: all the necessary components are already contained in the material.
Wall decoration with decorative plaster: 10 types of textures with your own hands
Those who want to save money on wall decoration cash are faced with the question of how to do decorative plaster with your own hands. This is not only fashionable, but also practically profitable.
The main advantage of decorative finishing is breathability. Its undeniable advantage is that it allows you to hide all the unevenness of the wall. In case of contamination, it is easy to clean. Making plaster with your own hands is very simple. Having mastered several techniques for applying putty, you can achieve amazing results in decoration your home. The work done will satisfy any taste, decorate the room with panels and compositions made.
This type repair work is relatively cheap if you do everything with my own hands, buy only the necessary materials for the composition of the plaster.
The walls must first be thoroughly cleaned of the old coating. Using a level, the evenness of the base is determined. If necessary, the surface is leveled by applying a layer of putty. After drying, it is primed. Now you can start applying the plaster.
Mixtures for decorative work can be purchased in the form of a ready-made solution in the store. But it is best to use a self-made composition of dry putty. You can use gypsum mixture, PVA glue. The composition should be diluted at the rate of 200 g of glue per 6 kg of gypsum with water in an amount of 2 liters.
A mixture for plaster is a pasty mass made up of a base and various fillers. For the first, use regular dry putty. It is cheaper, and based on it you can independently prepare the desired composition. This method is justified by its cost-effectiveness. Dry putty is diluted in a container with water and work begins.
Types of decorative plaster
Depending on the effect that will be obtained after plastering and the components used when mixing the composition, the following types of plaster are distinguished:
- structural (with additions);
- textured (to obtain a smooth coating);
- Venetian (to create antique effects).
- flock plaster
Structural plaster
Structural plaster is made on the basis of a cement-lime composition ( mineral base) and synthetic latexes with the addition of granular elements:
- pebbles;
- granules;
- wood fiber.
For interior decoration it is more convenient to use structural plaster on water based. Its distinctive feature is that it is more hygienic and leaves no odor. The plasticity of the composition makes the process of applying such plaster convenient. It is sold ready-made, it does not need to be diluted, the consistency has the necessary concentration. It is not necessary to thoroughly level the walls for structural plaster, because it will hide all its defects after application to the surface. The main condition is that it is dry and clean. Before plastering works Be sure to prime the wall and dry it. After this, you need to apply the composition with a spatula to the surface in a thin layer. After 3 days, the plaster will dry, but final hardening will be achieved only after a week. Therefore, during this time you need to be careful not to damage the plaster.
Textured plaster
With the help of textured plaster, it is possible to create a relief surface of the wall with an imitation of some material: burnt paper, wood, stone. Certain techniques for applying the composition are used. The basis of the plaster is a lime mixture. Wood fibers, granite, marble, and quartz chips are added as fillers. Use as a base polymer materials allows you to create a more stable relief coating that will not crack. How to make textured plaster with your own hands?
Before applying the coating, the wall surface should be prepared. To do this, it is primed and a layer of paint and sand is applied to better bond the plaster to the base. Then a thin layer is applied with a spatula. Depending on the intended pattern, the number of layers may be greater. It should be noted that the more layers, the thinner the thickness of the coating. You can buy the putty mixture ready-made in the store, but it’s better to make it yourself. Dry putty powder must be diluted with water and mixed. You can immediately add paint to the solution to obtain color in a ratio of 1:10, or after applying the plaster, you can apply a layer of paint with a brush, roller or sponge. The second option is preferable to achieve the effect of uneven coloring.
If a composition with filler is used for plastering, it should be noted that the larger the grains of the filler, the more putty composition is required for the job. It depends on what kind of drawing will be done. Rough terrain requires the choice of coarse filler.
The texture of the decorative surface can be given various instruments. A striped texture can be created with a brush or spatula. Here you can show your imagination by making movements on the surface. To repeat the design, it is convenient to use a stamp or applicator. If, after applying the plaster, you rub it with a plastic trowel, you can achieve effects such as “rain”, “lamb”, “carpet”.
“Rain” is formed when moving up and down. By changing the angle of inclination diagonally, you can get slanting rain. “Lamb” is performed with circular movements, during which circular grooves are formed, reminiscent of lamb’s wool. The “carpet” comes out after alternating transverse and longitudinal movements.
Before painting, let the plaster dry for 24 hours. Apply a layer of paint to the dry coating layer with a brush or roller. The advantage of this method over tinting is that after this operation the surface can be leveled with sandpaper
To give the surface the effect of dark grooves, you must first go over the wall with a layer of darker paint and let it dry. And then apply a light layer of paint on top with a semi-dry roller. You will get spectacular dark grooves.
In order to fix the color and prevent the surface from staining clothes, you need to cover the plaster with a layer of varnish.
Venetian plaster
Venetian plaster allows you to create the effect of marble stone using a transparent composition made from marble flour. It is made on the basis of lime and water emulsion. This finish requires a perfectly flat wall surface. But the effect of creating a marble mosaic exceeds all expectations. The marble surface made in this way is different beautiful view, waterproof, wear-resistant.
How to make decorative plaster yourself so that it looks like marble? To do this, you need to clean the surface of the wall, level it, and apply a special primer. Add the desired color to the plaster mass, stir and apply with a spatula to the surface in several thin layers. Sand the dried surface using sandpaper in a circular motion. Clean off small particles with a dry cloth. Apply a layer of wax on top with a damp sponge. It needs to be rubbed until a smooth surface is formed. This is a labor-intensive process that requires patience and care to avoid erasing the design.
Flock - plaster
The method involves creating a surface with the effect of velor, leather, wood, stone using spraying fine particles. Initially the wall is painted. After the paint has dried, a layer of glue is applied with a roller. And while the glue is not dry, you need to apply the particles to the wall using a sprayer. The operation is carried out in pairs with a partner: one applies glue, the second sprays particles with slow circular movements. Excess should be removed with a brush after drying. Finally, the surface is treated with varnish.
The simplest and available tools To create drawings, use a spatula, roller, brushes, stencil, or ordinary cellophane. The stripes are created with a notched trowel.
With the help of a roller, the effect of fluffy velor is created; to do this, just go over the roller once. How to make plaster to get unusual effects? To do this, you can use a variety of available items.
Unusual colorful effects are obtained by rubbing with cellophane. You can create an unusual design using a sponge. You need to apply diligence and maximum imagination to get beautiful decorative plaster.
The final step for all types of plaster is to apply the paint with a brush or roller and coat it with varnish so that the surface is reliably protected and the paint lasts longer. Covering walls with decorative plaster is not as complicated a process as it seems. You just need to know the sequence of work. And to create beautiful walls it is not at all necessary to call in craftsmen. After studying the training material, you can cope with this task on your own. Every master creates unique look premises. Do-it-yourself decorative plaster in the interior gives freedom creative imagination and maximum conditions for fulfilling the most diverse different ideas. There is a large selection of materials for plastering work.
Decorating a house with decorative plaster is becoming increasingly popular. Decorative plaster of walls is done not only in private houses, but also in apartments. In this regard, many are interested in what kind of material this is and what it is intended for.
What is decorative plaster? This is a special, plastic mixture, often with the addition various kinds pebbles, mica, etc. It is intended for decorating and finishing walls, less often ceilings. How is it different from ordinary plaster? Let's read its composition.
Decorative plaster is made from:
- Lime, cement, gypsum, acrylic, silicate and others - as a binding component. They ensure that the plaster adheres to the surface. Gypsum is used very rarely due to the fact that such a mixture will harden quickly. And there will be difficulties with applying a drawing or pattern.
- Fillers - most types of decorative plaster contain fillers such as sand, mica, marble chips, pebbles, etc. They serve to give the plaster that same decorative effect.
- Additives - these can be agents that prevent the formation of foam, plasticizers, etc.
- Water is, finally, the solvent for this whole mixture.
Simply put, decorative plaster differs from ordinary plaster only in the filler. But it is these components that make it unique. What distinguishes decorative plaster from traditional types finishing materials, such as wallpaper.
Wallpaper or decorative plaster
If you are faced with a difficult choice of material for wall decoration, choosing between decorative plaster and wallpaper that imitates it, we suggest you compare them to make the right decision.
Firstly, the price of the material. The most simple wallpaper for decorative plaster are cheaper than the plaster itself. However, not all so simple. If we add up the preparatory work for wallpapering, puttying, stripping, glue, etc., then the benefit will not be so striking. The only exception is Venetian decorative plaster. Here, “Venetian” wallpaper will cost much less than the original.
Secondly, the service life. Decorative plaster has a clear advantage here. It will serve you for at least 30 years. And some of its species are up to 50-60 years old. Wallpaper will have to be changed after a maximum of 15 years. And in most cases, within 5-10 years. By the way, do the math and include changing the wallpaper in the paragraph above about comparing prices for materials.
Thirdly, maintenance of the finish. Decorative plaster is easy to wash and clean. Not all types of wallpaper can boast of this.
Fourthly, this is the uniqueness of the resulting decorative plaster pattern. Wallpaper has a finite number of types of patterns.
We could go on and on about the advantages and disadvantages of both decorative plaster and wallpaper for decorative plaster, but the conclusions are already clear. If you want simplicity and cheapness, wallpaper is your choice. If you have the opportunity to spend money, if you want uniqueness in decor and durability, finish it with decorative plaster.
Types of decorative plaster
All decorative plaster is divided into two large groups.
Types of decorative plaster.
- decorative plaster for interior work
- decorative plaster for exterior use
These two types of plasters differ in that external decorative plaster is more resistant to ultraviolet radiation, i.e. fades less in the sun. And facade decorative plaster tolerates “wet” weather conditions much better. It is resistant to rain, snow, etc.
Due to its properties, decorative plaster for the facade of a house exists in fewer types. Therefore, we will consider options for decorative plaster for interior decoration. Because they also include options for the facade of the house.
Types of interior decorative plasters
1. Relief - so called because the pattern they create turns out to be in relief. Divided into subspecies:
- Structural decorative plaster - the pattern is obtained mainly due to the composition of the decorative plaster. Pebbles, quartz sand and the like in the mixture give the pattern a certain structure when applied. Typical representatives are decorative plasters “Bark beetle”, “Fur coat”, “Lamb”.
- Textured decorative plaster – this type of decorative plaster is distinguished by its fine grain and plasticity. Here the pattern is obtained through a special technique of applying plaster. To do this, they use both improvised means - brushes, film, sponges, etc., and industrial special products - rollers with a specific stencil design.
2. Smooth - accordingly, the pattern turns out smooth. A representative is “Venetian” decorative plaster imitating marble or onyx finishing.
Decorative plaster for interior wall decoration and facade decoration also differs in its composition. Depending on the main connecting element, decorative plasters are divided into the following types:
- Acrylic decorative plaster – contains acrylic resins. It has good protection against water and moisture, but has poor breathability. Weak abrasion resistance compared to other types of decorative plaster. Low fire safety.
- Mineral decorative plaster - consists mainly of cement, lime and gypsum. Good, natural plaster, suitable for finishing rooms with normal humidity. On the facade, in the bathroom and kitchen, it requires additional protection in the form of painting, varnishing, etc. Good air permeability makes the indoor microclimate healthy and pleasant.
- Silicone decorative plaster – universal mixture for any premises and building facade. Good vapor permeability, moisture resistance and abrasion resistance make this type of decorative plaster suitable for any finishing work.
- Silicate decorative plaster is another universal mixture for decorating indoors and outdoors. Not afraid of water, sunlight, antistatic. But application requires skill, as the plaster hardens quickly.
We hope you understand the types and types of decorative plaster. Let's look at a photo of decorative plaster in the interior.
Decorative plaster in the interior
Using different types of decorative plaster and methods of applying it, you can achieve very different design effects. Here everyone will find the pattern that they like. However, keep in mind: often the samples of decorative plaster in the store and what you end up with on the wall may not match. After all, each application of decorative material is different from the previous one. But despite this, the resulting effects can be generalized.
Effects of decorative plaster
- Venetian plaster. It looks like a polished stone or marble surface. Apply on any surface prepared for its application.
- Travertine effect. A complete imitation of stone called travertine. The porous surface and light pale color make it an excellent room decoration.
- Concrete effect. With the help of this type of plaster, an absolute imitation and creation of the effect of a concrete wall occurs.
- Skin effect. For lovers discreet luxury this look would be perfect. Thanks to its texture, it conveys well and creates the effect of a wall covered in leather. At the same time, thanks to the variety of tools, with the help of decorative plaster in the interior of the room it is possible to create an imitation different types skin.
- Wood effect. Incredibly accurately imitates the appearance of wood covering, thanks to the accuracy of the reproduction of small details and patterns of the plant.
- Silk effect. To create it, a mother-of-pearl coating is used, which, smoothly shimmering, creates the feeling that the wall is covered with silk.
- Effect brickwork. It is popular due to its low cost compared to real brick and its accurate imitation of the presence of brick in the interior.
- The "bark beetle" effect. Using this technique, you can get a pattern that imitates the effect of a surface damaged by a bark beetle.
- Orange peel effect. Will ideal option for application under painting for rooms in oriental design.
- Wave effect. Simulates the look sea wave. With the right choice of paint, it looks very beautiful on the surface.
- "Flowers" effect. Decorative plaster “flowers” is used in frequent cases and stands out among common set styles of decorative plaster. When creating a pattern, the shape and appearance of the flower depends solely on the spatula used and its movements. In this case, there is no connection to color and shape. You can decorate and paint the finished wall either in one color or using different techniques.
Types of finishing with decorative plaster are very diverse. Some use ready-made, template forms, while others can create their own art and create patterns that are pleasing to their soul.
The use of decorative plaster in the interior of rooms
Decorative plaster in an apartment performs one of the main functions of room decoration. A correctly selected design of decorative plaster will make the interior even more beautiful and perfectly complement the style taken as a basis. Also, each room of the apartment requires an individual approach due to the peculiarities of its location and external characteristics.
The use of this type of finishing material in the kitchen will excellent choice, since it washes well and looks quite decent on the wall surface. Types of plaster used for decoration: Venetian, with imitation of marble or stone surface; imitation silk, plaster with small or large crumbs, etc.
The main thing that is worth emphasizing is that decorative plaster should be applied only to one wall of the room, so as not to make the kitchen too “heavy” and not spoil the design of the room.
Often, when finishing with decorative plaster, Venetian plaster or various textured types that are easy to clean are used for the bathroom.
Decorative plaster in the hallway, as well as in the corridor, forms the main impression of the apartment’s design. Speaking about the types of decorative plaster in rooms of this type, we can name the main ones that best meet the requirements (resistance to cold, moisture and good operation): velvet and silk effect, “bark beetle” effect and Venetian plaster.
Finishing the balcony with decorative plaster allows you to maintain the harmony of the design with all rooms of the apartment. Also, it performs an excellent heat-retaining function, is quite easy to operate and maintain, insulates sound and, at the same time, allows the walls to breathe. To decorate walls, various types of plasters are used, from textured plasters, with imitations of various plants and reliefs, to, for example, imitations of stone or brick.
DIY decorative plaster
If store-bought decorative plaster options are not suitable for you for some reason, you may be thinking about how to make decorative plaster with your own hands. Well, this is quite possible for everyone. In addition, you can save a lot on materials. Let’s make a reservation right away: decorative plaster made independently will not be as high quality and durable as factory-made material. But the service life of such decor of 10-15 years is quite suitable for most people. Especially considering the relative cheapness of such finishing.
So, how to make decorative plaster? It all depends on what kind of room you want to decorate with decorative plaster. self-made. Or maybe you want to finish the facade? In these cases, the material used will be different.
Do-it-yourself decorative plaster for interior decoration is made either from gypsum or cement putty or plaster.
For finishing residential premises with normal humidity, do-it-yourself decorative plaster using ordinary putty is suitable. It is made like this:
- We take the same amount of starting and finishing gypsum putty. Instead of starting putty can be used gypsum plaster. Then you will get the so-called decorative plaster from ordinary plaster. They usually mean gypsum plaster.
- In a bucket of water room temperature add a mixture of putties or add them alternately.
- You can add a little diluted wallpaper glue. This will improve resistance to mold and mildew. And it will slightly increase the time you use the mixture.
- Mix everything thoroughly with a mixer or a drill with an attachment.
- The resulting mixture should have the consistency of regular sour cream.
- DIY decorative plaster using ordinary putty is ready!
Important! Decorative plaster prepared in this way dries quite quickly. Prepare the amount of solution that you can apply in 10-15 minutes. It will be even better if two people apply the plaster: one applies the base layer, the second immediately completes the drawing.
This decorative plaster can also be used in rooms with high humidity, such as the kitchen and bathroom. But it will definitely need to be protected with water-repellent varnish.
This type of plaster is not suitable for finishing the facade. But you can replace gypsum putty with regular tile adhesive. Any cement will do adhesive solution for gluing ceramic tiles. For greater flexibility and increased adhesion, add a little primer to the water.
From such a mixture, for example, you can make decorative bark beetle plaster with your own hands if you add a small stone of a fraction of about 2 mm to it.
Important! Do not forget that the decorative plaster that you have made will need to be protected from moisture with façade paint.
How to apply decorative plaster
Regardless of whether you made the decorative plaster yourself or bought it ready-made in a store, applying decorative plaster is the same.
First, you need to learn how to properly apply decorative plaster. This knowledge will help you understand the process better and supervise the workers. And they will be even more useful if you do the finishing with decorative plaster yourself.
Let's prepare the necessary tools for decorative plaster:
- Construction bucket
- Trowel for decorative plaster
- Spatulas
- ironer
- Rollers for decorative plaster
- Masking tape (tape)
- Wax for decorative plaster
- Mixer or drill with attachment
- Varnish for decorative plaster
- Stencils for decorative plaster
It is possible that you do not need everything on the list. It depends on the type of plaster you have and what technique of applying decorative plaster will be used. For example, if decorative plaster is expected to be applied with a roller, then you need one. If decoration will be done using improvised means, then add them to the appropriate list.
So, how to apply decorative plaster on walls? Or maybe you need decorative plaster on the ceiling? Let's try to summarize the processes that need to be performed regardless of the type of plaster and the place where it is applied.
- preparation for decorative plaster - includes preparation of walls or ceilings, preparation of tools, gluing masking tape contours for decoration.
- preparing decorative plaster - be sure to read the manufacturer’s instructions, if available. It contains such useful information as the consumption of decorative plaster per m2, the required amount of water and other proportions, the time of working with the mixture, the drying time of decorative plaster and much more.
Let's take a closer look at some of the nuances. Do-it-yourself decoration of walls with decorative plaster begins with preparing the base. Whether it's walls or ceilings, they should be free of large potholes, cracks or sagging. The old finish must be cleaned and the surface primed. If you want to apply decorative plaster on drywall yourself, then putty the joints and screw caps. Walls for decorative plaster are not prepared as carefully as the ceiling. The thing is that a slightly larger layer of decorative plaster is usually applied to the walls than to the ceiling. And it perfectly hides minor imperfections: scratches, peeling putty, etc.
The exception is the application of Venetian plaster. In this case, the walls, like the ceiling, should be as smooth and clean as possible.
Methods of applying decorative plaster
Decorative is applied interior plaster with your own hands on the prepared surface with a spatula and trowel. You can use a smoothing iron. In some cases, a spray bottle is used if spray application is intended. In any case, the technology of applying decorative plaster to initial stage is the same. First, apply the base layer, the foundation. This layer is made continuous. Then it is decorated until it dries. The method of decoration depends on the type of your plaster and your imagination.
If you are doing decorative wall plaster with your own hands for the first time, practice on a piece of drywall or on that part of the wall that will be covered by furniture. As you gain experience, move on to other areas.
The technology for applying Venetian decorative plaster is somewhat different. It is applied in thin layers with a rubber spatula using neat multidirectional strokes. There can be 5-8 such layers. Before applying the next layer, allow the previous one to dry thoroughly.
Decorative plaster of the facade
Finishing the facade with decorative plaster yourself is not a difficult task. The main challenge is working at height if your home is more than one story high. The very decorative plaster of a house outside is practically no different from the technology of applying decor inside a room. Let's look at decorative plastering of the facade of a house using the example of the most popular type: applying decorative bark beetle plaster.
How to apply decorative bark beetle plaster
First, prepare the surface as described above: level out large differences in height and clean. Then apply primer. It is better if it is soil with quartz sand. Prepare a mixture of decorative plaster. Apply a small layer of plaster with a trowel. Let the “bark beetle” dry a little and start decorating.
Move the trowel along the plaster using a rotating motion. Or you can only make vertical or horizontal movements. It all depends on what kind of drawing you ultimately want to get. Movements should be without strong pressure.
Painting decorative plaster
There are no special secrets in painting decorative plaster. We think everyone can cope with this task. Just choose the right paint for facade or interior work, as well as the hairiness of the roller. A solid background is made with a long-haired roller. If you want to paint only the top protruding layer, use a foam roller and paint without pressing the roller too hard against the wall.
Repair of decorative plaster
Decorative plaster periodically requires repair or restoration. Cracks, swellings, peelings and chips appear on it. It is not difficult to repair the damaged area with your own hands.
If you notice swelling of the plaster, go over the entire surface of the wall with a wooden hammer and listen to how it sounds. A dull sound will tell you which area has peeled off. This area of damaged plaster should be removed using a hammer drill, chisel, hatchet, etc. Then scrub the wall with a wire brush and prime. Before applying a new composition of decorative plaster, thoroughly moisten not only the cleaned area with warm water, but also the adjacent plaster for better adhesion of the materials to each other.
Try to apply decorative paint and repeat the pattern that was there earlier. To ensure that the difference in the pattern is not so noticeable, repair the plaster by knocking out a rectangular area.
After the plaster has completely dried, it must be repainted. This way you will mask the joints and heterogeneity of the layers.
Cracks in decorative plaster can be repaired in a similar way. The crack should be widened and all the measures described above should be carried out.
How much does decorative plaster cost?
The price of decorative plaster varies greatly depending on the manufacturer, country of origin and type of plaster itself. The cheapest decorative plaster costs about 2 US dollars per kg/l. The best decorative plaster known Italian manufacturers can reach up to a hundred or more dollars per kilogram or liter.
On average, you can voice the following prices: simple relief plaster will cost about 5 dollars, and Venetian plaster about 15 per kg/liter.
Prices for work with decorative plaster vary less and depend on the type of plaster and the qualifications of the craftsman. average price for work with decorative plaster is 10-30 dollars per square meter. “Venetian” costs more than working with textured plaster. However, take into account the surface preparation work and subsequent protection of decorative plaster with wax, varnish, paint, etc.
Decorative plaster reviews
Our description of decorative plaster should have helped you decide whether you need such a finish and whether it suits your home. And if you answered “Yes” to these questions, then you most likely asked yourself: decorative plaster, which is better?
Reviews from real buyers and users play an important role in choosing decorative plaster. Those who have lived with decorative plaster finishing for several years and can tell you what nuances should be taken into account. Or warn against purchasing one or another type of decorative plaster, or buying from a specific manufacturer or retail chain.
Here are some typical reviews about decorative plaster:
We made ourselves a Venetian in green tones in our bathroom. Looks great. It wouldn't be the same with tiles. And the decoration without seams changes color depending on the lighting, it’s a sight to behold. True, the cost was considerable. But they were willing to pay for beauty.
I decorated my toilet with textured plaster. I did it myself after reading articles on the Internet and watching master classes. It fit perfectly on plastered walls, but there was no way to finish the LSU box. The glass-magnesium sheets had to be plastered on the floor, because streaks from the decorative plaster remain.
I made the plaster itself and applied it myself. The whole family decorated it and are very pleased with the result. No one else has or will have such patterns. And it turned out to be very budget-friendly, I didn’t expect it.
The thing is certainly remarkable, but the price is exorbitant. I'll put up some decorative wallpaper for myself. Cheaper and more practical.
We did decorative plaster in the kitchen. The walls look very interesting. But it would be better if the apron was made of tiles. I'm tired of washing off grease near the stove. Don't repeat my mistakes.
Today, decorative plaster is gaining popularity in wall decoration at home, which allows you to obtain different textures and implement many different ideas for interior design. To do this, there is no need to purchase expensive components and compositions.
In this article we will look at different variants manufacturingDIY decorative plaster from ordinary putty. Let's find out the features of the material and decide on the types of putty mixtures. We will also dwell on the advantages of decorative plaster fromDIY putty.
Decorative plaster made from putty is a wide field for experiments and non-standard design solutions. You can create different textures and stylistic solutions with your own hands, including:
- Apply stains and colored spots to the work surface in a chaotic manner.
- All kinds of images on a smooth plane.
The process of applying textured putty plaster at home should begin with preparing the working tool. The picture shows the entire range necessary equipment for the upcoming work.
You can add to the tool kit:
- sandpaper;
- sponge;
- tassels;
- roller and other accessories for wall processing.
The use of a particular tool depends on the type of structure being created. Before starting work, we need to remember what is included in the process, what stages await us:
- Work planning.
- Preparation of the working surface.
- Creation of a specific texture.
- Finishing the walls.
Advantages of decorative putty plaster
Speaking about the advantages, it should be noted reasonable cost product and long term operation. This is the ability to select the required proportions and prepare them. Easy to apply and further maintenance. Last but not least is the issue of ecology.
This mixture is suitable for treating walls in rooms with high humidity. The plastic solution has antibacterial properties. Putty plaster makes it possible to apply an original design to a smooth surface.
Types of putty mixtures
There are many ways to treat walls. We will focus on the two most common putty mixtures:
- Under a stone.
Bark beetle is a common decorative plaster that you can make yourself. Most often it is applied to the outside of the walls. For this you will need:
- A universal cement-based material for exterior use.
- Marble chips or other fine filler.
- Water dispersion paint.
- And also a primer.
This plaster is done by hand as follows:
The dry mixture is thoroughly mixed with crumbs in a proportion of ¼ and diluted with water to the consistency of thick sour cream. The composition is applied to the wall in a thin layer. Movements are rotational-translational and using a small spoon.
Grouting can be done in two ways, as shown in the figure. The process is carried out after the applied layer has set in 5-7 minutes. The final stage involves priming and painting.
Do-it-yourself stone finishing with decorative plaster is suitable for rooms and building facades. This is a new finishing material, which includes:
- Quartz ground to sand.
- Mica in the form of dust.
- And additives as dyes.
The work process is, first of all, thorough cleaning in order to achieve a level of adhesion. Otherwise, it will not be possible to achieve the required adhesion between the plaster and the wall.
How to make decorative plaster yourself
To create decorative plaster from simple putty, you need to take 6 kilograms of powder and mix with two liters of water using a mixer.
Next, add 200 grams of PVA glue and mix again. The solution should be paste-like and not run off the instrument. If the finished mixture is intended to be applied in a damp room, it makes sense to add a little cement to the composition.
Thus, you can make decorative putty for walls with your own hands.
In the trading network you can purchase ready-made polymer compositions. If dry mixtures are initially used, they are diluted with water, following the manufacturer’s recommendations. The mixture should not be too thin and not too thick.
You can mix the composition manually and/or using a mixer or a drill with an attachment.
When adding color, you need to remember the proportions in order to prepare putty of a similar shade in the workflow. Otherwise, the color will be uneven and light joints may appear on the working surface.
If the composition of the filler involves the use of sand and/or stone chips, you should remember the proportions. Crumbs can be added no more than 10-15% of the total volume of the mixture.
If you ignore the specified proportions, the applied composition may peel off and will not adhere firmly.
Applying the base layer
Working with a decorative surface involves initially applying a simple pattern. This is a kind of learning for a beginner, an opportunity to understand what he can do. The workflow steps are as follows:
- Markings are applied to the wall or part of it, and the necessary parts are sealed with paper masking tape.
- First we prepare and then apply the putty using a spatula. The thickness of the applied layer should not exceed 10 mm.
- The applied solution should set a little and only after that you can start decorating the surface: step by step.
note!
We decorate each section from top to bottom, and not vice versa.
Creating a decorative surface
Create decorative surface you can use:
- roller;
- notched trowel or trowel;
- other available means.
Read about it below.
Roller work
A special grooved roller is used for this work. Medium pile length. It is available with a ready-made corrugated surface, but the price of the product is high. Therefore, at home you can use a regular foam roller with large pores. If you wish, you can use a sharp knife to cut out different patterns on the roller. You can build such a tool yourself by wrapping a coarse cord or an ordinary plastic bag around the tool.
Working with a notched trowel and trowel
You can use a spatula:
- With U-shaped teeth.
- Or V-shaped teeth.
It all depends on the size of the stroke and the direction of work. Retail offers the purchase of shaped, rubber tools with teeth. They can be used to treat the surface and imitate the texture of wood.
Using an ordinary trowel you can create a unique design. It is necessary to press and move the tool away from the wall, creating a “fur coat” texture on the putty. And if you smooth out part of the relief during the process, you can get an imitation of stone plaster.
Working with improvised means
To apply a drawing to the wall at home, you can use the means at hand, namely:
- With combs.
- Film.
- A crumpled piece of paper.
- Foam rubber.
Applying a pattern with crumpled film gives the effect of silk. Combing the moistened surface with a comb will give you an original weave, while working with a piece of sponge will give you a grainy surface.
Painting, varnishing
Colored plaster can be used for finishing facades and carrying out interior work. The working surface is pre-primed and allowed to dry completely. Painting putty can be covered with one or several layers. Let's take a look at one of the simplest ways:
- Initially, the wall is painted evenly in one general tone. To do this, use a roller and a long pile or roller.
- Then the painted surface must dry completely, after which it is covered with a second layer. In this case, the working tool is replaced. The second layer is applied with a short-nap roller. This allows you to paint over the protruding parts of the relief, nothing more.
- After the applied second layer has dried, acrylic varnish is applied to the wall to fix the dye and add gloss, to which, if desired, glitter is added - these are glitters.
Roller texture embossing patterns
You can create a textured surface with your own hands using a roller. The thickness of ordinary decorative putty should not exceed 3-5 millimeters. More thick layer may crack. The mixture is distributed by random movements with a spatula, as shown in the figure.
Using a stencil roller you can create spectacular patterns. Stencil printing is the most common way to create textures and designs on the wall.
Advice!
Wet the roller every time you apply a pattern.
Secrets of the masters
Applying plaster from ordinary putty has its secrets, which professionals and our consultants share.
Before work, the surface should be prepared. The preparation process includes:
- Surface cleaning.
- Degreasing.
- Removing minor flaws.
- Cementing crumbling areas.
On a note!
The putty has poor contact with concrete and practically does not adhere to painted surfaces. oil paint walls.
To avoid negative consequences It is necessary to coat the concrete with a primer, and apply notches to the remaining paint, maintaining an interval of 50 mm. If you doubt the quality of the wall or its previous covering, you can use a special mesh. It just needs to be glued to the surface.
Remember,
that a highly diluted composition hardens quickly.
Working containers and equipment, including spatulas different sizes After work it is necessary to wash thoroughly.
It is not advisable to take long breaks in work, otherwise the texture will not look the same.
It is necessary to paint the prepared areas 24 hours after the applied material has dried.
For your information:
When calculating required quantity paste on smooth plaster is used less material, than on uneven surface. In numbers, this is approximately 9 grams per 1 m2 .
For creative people who want to create an original drawing, it is recommended to use different combinations materials: both standard tools and improvised materials. This was discussed above. Particular attention should be paid to the finishing of the walls and the mixture should be applied to a minimum thickness.
How to make decorative plaster with your own hands? This question is especially relevant today, because this type of coating is very popular. Of course, the easiest way is to buy a ready-made composition and not have to search for the necessary ingredients, calculate their proportions and mix them. However, it happens that the mixtures available in the assortment of stores are not suitable for some parameters.
From this article you will learn how to make decorative plaster yourself from ordinary components that are widely available.
Recipes for making decorative plasters at home
Below are three types of compositions with descriptions the right recipes: for mixing with stone chips, for structuring special tools and devices. Using them, you can easily make decorative plaster with your own hands; video tutorials will clearly show the entire application process.
Lambs, bark beetles and pebble plasters
In principle, any type of decorative finishing listed above is one and the same. That is, they have the same base: gypsum, gypsum with lime, just lime, cement and cement with lime. Plus fillers: sand, crumbs or stone dust. Additionally, plasticizers, hydrophobic and antiseptic additives are added to the composition.
The texture of plasters depends on the type, quality and filler. Or rather, from one of the fillers, stone chips, - its fraction and homogeneity. Thus, bark beetles may contain an average amount of grain of one diameter (from 1.5 to 5 mm). Lambs come in two or three sizes at a time, and they contain a significant amount of stone. According to the technology, all the filler goes into pebble plasters.
Finished façade finishing: external decorative plaster: hand-made “bark beetle” texture
Note:the maximum amount of filler that can be added to the mixture is 70% by weight of the working composition. Exceeding this figure will negatively affect the performance of a home-made coating for a house or apartment.You need to know not only how to make decorative plaster: the video talks about tinting the compositions and test paints with them.
Below are recipes for making your own decorative plaster with your own hands.
- Gypsum-lime for use in dry rooms, for walls and ceilings. Dry gypsum – 10 kg, lime dough – 30 kg. Add enough water to form a thick, plastic mixture. Color – if necessary.
- Gypsum-lime for use in rooms with low humidity. The base is the same, only lime dough - 35 kg + liquid glass 5% by weight of the solution.
- Sand-cement for exterior work and decorative finishing in wet rooms. Cement - 10 kg, sand - 20 kg, lime - 10 kg, liquid glass 5% by weight of the solution. Water - until the composition reaches a working condition.
How to make decorative plaster with your own hands: the photo shows the completed finishing of the facade with the “lamb” composition
But the simplest answer to the question “how to make decorative plaster with your own hands” is to use a ready-made dry mixture as a base, without structural additives. They already contain everything you need, no need to count or measure anything. All you have to do is add required quantity water and add stone chips.
Note:Lime dough for decorative mortars is very simple to make. Dry lime is diluted with warm water in a ratio of 3 to 1. Ready mixture leave for 24 hours to proof.Smooth solutions for creating decorative textures using textured rollers and stencils
It is necessary to mention other compositions of decorative plaster. You can apply any textures to them with your own hands. For this, special rollers, stencils and trowels are used.
- Cement mixture for work in wet areas. Cement – 50 kg, tile adhesive – 10 kg, rotband as a plasticizer – 0.5 kg. Water - until the composition reaches a working condition.
- Gypsum decorative plaster for dry rooms. Ready-made dry mixture based on gypsum - 6 kg, water - 2 l, PVA glue - 200g. Mix the dry part with 1.5 liters. water, glue - with 0.5 liters, then connect everything together. The consistency should be like thick sour cream.
Option for decorative plaster for interior work: this pattern is very easy to make with your own hands
Compositions with white Portland cement (M400):
- Marble sand – 74%, white Portland cement (M400) – 5%, lime paste – 20%, manganese peroxide – 1%. Water - as needed.
- Cement – 8%, lime paste – 22%, ophicalcite crumbs with a fraction of up to 2 mm. – 60%, coloring pigment – 5%.
- Cement – 15%, fluff lime – 15%, ophicalcite crumb with a fraction of up to 2 mm – 60%, chromium oxide – 5%, coloring pigment – 5%.
- Cement – 5%, lime paste – 15%, ground brick – 15%, fine white sand – 63%. The composition will have a terracotta color.
- Cement – 6%, lime paste – 20%, quartz sand – 70%, coloring pigment – 4%.
- Cement – 8%, fluff lime – 12%, white marble sand – 18%, limestone sand – 60%.
The next video is about how to give a velvet relief to decorative plaster using ordinary putty; the video reflects the whole process.
We make decorative plasters from putty and other materials
A few more words about how to make decorative plaster with your own hands. The so-called Venetian coatings must contain dust from granite, marble, quartz, malachite or other stones. Slaked lime is used as a binder - in the classic version, or acrylic resins. Coloring and metallizing agents are optional.
However, despite the fact that all the ingredients are known, you cannot make the mixture yourself. Reason: not widely available acrylic resin the required quality. However, it is within our power to create a mixture from scrap materials that will replicate the classic Venetian, if not in performance, then in decorative qualities. And the similarity will be good. Decorative plasters are made with your own hands, from ordinary putty, gypsum or marble flour.
Below you can see how you can make decorative plaster with your own hands from putty: the video describes the entire procedure, from mixing to application.
- Dry plaster - 2 parts, dry chalk - 6 parts, wood glue - 5% of the amount of dry ingredients. Additionally – coloring and metallizing pigments. The consistency of the mixture should be similar to thick sour cream.
- Putty mixture – 10 kg, fine white sand – 1 kg. If necessary, color and metallized pigments.
- Marble sand – 70%, marble flour – 13%, white Portland cement (M400) – 7%, lime paste – 10%.
To continue the topic of how to make decorative plaster from putty: the video shows how to create and apply finishing wax.
