Venetian plaster is a wall and ceiling finish applied with a spatula or trowel in thin, multiple layers, which are then burnished to create a smooth surface with the illusion of depth and texture. Venetian plaster techniques include marmorino, scagliola, and sgraffito. When left un-burnished,Venetian plaster has a matte finish that is rough and stone-like to the touch.When applied correctly, Venetian plaster can be used to create a highly polished, rock-hard, marble-like finish.

Venetian plaster can be tinted, or colored using natural or synthetic colorants. The ability to tint Venetian plaster is especially helpful when a specific color of “marble” is desired, or when a colour that does not exist naturally is wanted.

Tadelakt plaster is a lime based plaster.

The waterproof finish of Tadelakt makes it suitable for coating bathtubs, showers, spas, countertops and washbasins. Due to its aesthetic appeal, however, it is used in a wide variety of applications which do not necessary require a waterproof finish, including fireplaces, steps, walls, decks, floors and more.