Marble decorative stucco - antique motifs in the interior (27 photos)
The construction market offers a wide range of materials for surface finishing. They differ in the scope, method of installation, price. The most popular materials that are rapidly gaining popularity include decorative marbled plaster. With it, you can translate into reality the most original and daring design decisions, complement any interior, give it sophistication, elegance and charm.
Once marble was used to decorate walls in castles and palaces. Only very wealthy and respected people could afford such a luxury. Thanks to modern technology, marble walls can be made in any house or apartment. Decorative plaster is a reliable imitation of noble stone, presented in a wide range of colors, which allows you to choose the option for decoration of almost any room.
Benefits of Marble Plaster
Decorative marble plaster is a mixture, the main component of which is marble chips. A unique composition containing preservatives, antiseptic, water-repellent substances, as well as a special application technology allows you to create a coating that most accurately reflects the surface of a noble stone. This material has many advantages.
- Aesthetic properties. What can look more luxurious, more refined than marble walls? Such a coating will decorate any room, regardless of the style of the interior.
- Environmental friendliness. The plaster does not contain harmful substances, during the operation does not emit toxins.
- Wear resistance. The material is not afraid of mechanical damage, resistant to wear, and is not much inferior to natural stone in these qualities.
- Wide range of. Mixtures are available for sale, with the help of which you can create a unique coating of different colors with elegant tints and many shades.
- Durability. Decorative plaster is resistant to moisture, does not fade under the influence of sunlight, therefore, it retains its original qualities and attractive appearance throughout the entire operational period.
There are several varieties of finishing materials with which you can successfully simulate a marble surface. The most practical and reliable is marble-granite plaster, which is characterized by the best performance, can be used in commercial premises. The composition with granite grains is very durable, it adheres well to the base. But most often they use material with marble chips, with which you can most accurately display the stone surface on the walls in a private house or apartment.
The disadvantages of decorative marble plasters include their high cost. However, the price is fully justified. This maintainable, aesthetic and reliable coating will last for many years. Do not try to save money by buying low-quality material, this will certainly be reflected on the aesthetic and operational properties of the finished surfaces.
Scope of application
It is possible to use decorative plaster imitating marble to finish surfaces in different rooms. It looks spectacular in the bedroom and living room, hallway and nursery.This is a functional and practical option for decorating walls and ceilings in the kitchen and bathroom, because the material is not afraid of high humidity, water, temperature changes, resistant to damage. Exquisite imitation of marble will give grandeur and special charm to any room.
As for the style trends, marble plaster is almost universal. For rooms with the characteristic features of classical styles (Baroque, Italian, Provence), mixtures of light shades are used: white, beige, milk. If the interior is modern (loft, minimalism, country), neutral and dark tones will fit perfectly into it.
Decorative plaster fits perfectly on different materials, as it has a high degree of adhesion. It is easy to work with it when decorating drywall, reinforced concrete slabs, bricks, foam blocks, chipboard panels. Excellent moisture resistance, wear resistance and aesthetics make it possible to use decorative plaster not only for internal but also for external decoration. Marble columns and other complex architectural elements look beautiful.
Application technology
The marble surface is well polished, smooth, even. To achieve the same effect with decorative plaster, you should follow the recommendations of specialists when performing work. It is very important to choose quality material. You should not regale on low prices, because often they are hiding not very good quality. When buying a mixture, you should pay attention to the manufacturer and composition. The best are decorative plasters from Italian manufacturers.
In order for the finishing material to adhere well to the surface and hide all defects, it is necessary to carefully prepare the base.
The ceiling or wall is cleaned of the old coating, sanded. If there are weaknesses, they should be tapped with a hammer so that the old plaster falls off even before you start working with finishing materials. Next, you need to repair all the cracks, smooth out the bumps. Then the base is treated with a primer. Work with decorative marbled plaster consists of several stages.
- Following the instructions on the package, you need to prepare the finishing material by mixing the dry composition with water using a mixer. The result should be pulp, the consistency of which resembles sour cream.
- Using special dyes, we give the plaster the necessary shade.
- The first layer is applied with a spatula with smooth smooth movements in one direction, so that a perfectly smooth surface is obtained.
- When applying the second layer, you need to create a rough texture. This can be done using multidirectional, chaotic strokes.
- 15 minutes after coating the surfaces with the material, you need to start grouting. To create a reliable imitation of a noble stone, they begin to mash when the second layer began to dry, but has not yet completely dried out.
- The last stage is ironing, which is designed to give shine to the marble surface. It is carried out using a stainless steel spatula.
If everything is done correctly, you should get a beautiful durable coating that resembles a marble slab. Since the material is not cheap, do not take up the execution of finishing work yourself if you are not confident in your abilities. It is better to entrust this business to professionals. The walls and ceiling, decorated with decorative marble plaster, will retain their original qualities throughout the entire operational period, pleasing with their attractive appearance.