Frequently Asked Questions

Why do decorative plaster colours look different in person than online?

Colours shown on screens are often inaccurate, and room lighting can change the appearance of any finish. That is why we always recommend reviewing a physical sample in the actual space before making a final decision.

Decorative plaster is applied in layers to create depth, movement, and texture. It can also be polished or burnished to achieve rich visual effects that standard paint cannot reproduce.

Openings often make a wall more time-consuming to complete because they require extra detail work, cutting in, taping, and precision. In decorative plaster, less flat area does not always mean less labour.

Three final choices usually work best. Presenting too many samples can overwhelm the client, while narrowing the options helps them focus and decide more confidently.

They can. Sample creation takes time, materials, colour development, and sometimes multiple visits. Many professionals either build this into the quote or apply a deposit toward the final project.

We can usually get very close, but plaster behaves differently than paint. Texture, sheen, layering, and lighting all affect the final result, so an exact match is not always possible.

Waxes can enhance depth, protect the surface, improve sheen, and enrich colour. The right wax depends on the material and the final appearance you want to achieve.

Venetian plaster is a specialty finish that requires more skill, more labour, and more preparation than standard painting. The cost reflects craftsmanship, time, and the complexity of the finish.