The plaster can be used not only to align the walls, noise and thermal insulation, but also for the finishing of ceilings and walls, though the so -called decorative plaster is used for this.
The decorative plaster combines the advantages of all other types of coatings: a wide selection of colors and textures, as well as resistance to various external influences.
Description of decorative plaster
It harmoniously fits into the interior of any style, if you choose the right texture and color. Plaster is able to recreate the texture of various materials: wood, stone, sand, paper and fabric. From the method of its application, they get a matte or glossy effect. Often, when decorating walls with decorative plaster, the technique of decorative carving is also used (sgrafito).
There are several types of decorative plaster: Venetian, Moroccan, structural, textured. The Venetian plaster has a texture imitating smooth marble. Moroccan plaster has a variety of color scheme, as it were, radiating heat. The structure of structural plaster includes small granules that form relief grooves when applying it. The drawing varies by the technique of application.
Textured plaster
Textured plaster is similar to structural, but differs in a variety of sizes and types of granules. In terms of granules, it is subdivided into: small -sized and large -relief. And by the type of drawing, surfaces are: homogeneous-sore-haired, furrier-shameful and modeling.
Each of these plasters has its own disadvantages and advantages. Venetian and Moroccan plasters look very impressive. But for their application, the walls should be perfectly even, special tools are needed, detailed knowledge of technology and professional skills are required.
Textured and structural plaster do not need to carefully level the surface of the walls and even mask small defects, the technique of their application is very simple. But structural plaster is usually white and it has to be painted in the desired shade. In addition, if you need smooth walls, then these types of plaster are not suitable for you.
Advantages of decorative plaster
In the interior, plaster has many advantages over other types of decorative coatings. Thanks to the natural composition, it is not dangerous for health, resistant to humidity and mechanical damage, does not burn out, durable. Plaster – fire -resistant material, applied to any surface. It can be repainted without violating the structure.
The disadvantages of decorative plaster include its high cost compared to the wallpaper. The process of applying plaster is very complex (especially Moroccan or Venetian) and a long if it is applied to several layers.
The use of decorative plaster will come to the room a special charm and comfort. Thanks to the huge selection of color shades, a variety of textures and various ways of applying a decorative coating, the room will look unique. In addition, this finishing material is aesthetically attractive and quite practical.