VENETIAN PLASTER FOR BEGINNERS | diy guide to applying plaster

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VENETIAN PLASTER FOR BEGINNERS | diy guide to applying plaster

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If you're a beginner trying to learn how to apply venetian plaster, this video will hopefully give you some tips on how to get started. Venetian plaster can make your space look amazing, and with a little practice, you can be plastering in no time! ↓ LINKS TO PRODUCTS BELOW ↓
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@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Got any venetian plaster questions? Leave them in the comments and we'll make sure to respond!

@valedorchilango 2 жыл бұрын

Is that wood? Or drywall?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

@@valedorchilango I used a wood board. Most people will use a primed MDF board to do plaster samples on but you can really use any flat board. You could use drywall if you wanted but not very common for these types of sample boards.

@marym9941 2 жыл бұрын

can you use this plaster to resurface furniture with a textured cement look?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

@@marym9941 It depends on the project but you can in certain cases. If you are going specficily for a concrete look, you can also check out a product called Archi+Concrete here -- bit.ly/Archi-Concrete

@johanrios469 Жыл бұрын

Should you prime before plastering?

@MsKharv 3 жыл бұрын

Easily the best how to on Venetian plaster I have seen.

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Kristen! That means a lot to us! Was there anything else you’d like to see on our channel?

@philippewatel4393 2 жыл бұрын

Instead of buying, have you tried the old recipes (lime, marble powder, soap, linseed oil) and mix all this tp make your own? I love DIY old recipes, cheaper and less chemicals. I make my own paints always, but I am new to plater. Thank you for your channel.

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

I have not tried making my own plaster yet. That cool to hear that you are making your own. Keep it up!

@ishowyouapple 3 жыл бұрын

Wow the final look is amazing.

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad you liked it!

@TeriTheTrekkie 2 жыл бұрын

I just started attempting this on a small part of my wall and I did a lot of it wrong I am realizing, haha. My tools are too small. If I cant fix it I will sand it down and start again. Great video!

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

It’s all a learning experience! Let me know if you have any questions as you repair/redo your wall.

@robbicoke3730 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, really helpful for us beginners trying to get into Venetian plastering 👍🏼 On a completely different subject your glasses are really cool and I need to know what they are please 👍🏼😂

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked the video. My glasses are from Warby Parker. The frame is called Percey in the color Chestnut Crystal.

@robbicoke3730 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll thanks so much 👍🏼 I’m in the U.K so I’ll have to find something similar. I was so sure they’d be Persol

@HSilver341 3 жыл бұрын

Top job there look forward to trying it in the uk👍👍

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙌 let us know how it goes!

@alejandraplataa3240 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! I enjoyed it since minute 1.

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Alejandra! Glad you liked it! Let me know if you have any questions or video suggestions.

@ClareceLeona 3 жыл бұрын

thank you sooo much for making these videos!!!!! Im planning to plaster my new RV remodel :p I will for sure be shouting you out when I do it~ Im so thankful I found you!

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Your words are too kind! 😊 I'm super glad these videos have been helpful! I would love to see your RV plaster once it done! Let me know if you run into any problems or questions as you get started and I'd be glad to give some advice if needed! 👍

@margerykirner5604 Жыл бұрын

Great how to!!

@nekmiftari9635 3 жыл бұрын

Well we’ll explained.. good job 👏 keep going..

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks! Glad it was helpful and informative. Let me know if theres anything else you'd like to see!

@sarahwalters5694 3 жыл бұрын

thank you so much for making all these instructional videos! Very Helpful! I'm literally learning to plaster from you, so excited to get started on my fireplace :)

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Thats awesome! Glad it's been helpful! Can't wait for you to start on your fireplace!!!

@kristietan5089 Жыл бұрын

I want to work on a fireplace it's very large. Can you stop and come back the next day? or your edges always need to be wet?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

Venetian plaster is best applied in one full coat at a time. This is because I’d you stop you’ll get a cold joint. It is doable to stop but just a lot harder to make it look seamless if you know why I mean. My best suggestion is to get a friend to help or stop at a edge or seam.

@beatboxxdannyschwarzboxing9768 Жыл бұрын

Your videos have been extremely helpful so thank you for that. I'm currently in practice mode with Mamorino KS with the addition of a metalic tint at the end. I want to have that textured finish which means I'm trying to master the "blotchy" first coat or in other words, leaving high and low spots, then pull it tight with the second. My quesiton is, the pressure applied at any of these stages seems to have a huge effect, how do you get a guage on how much pressure should be applied? Also, have you found long strokes or shorter strokes on the 1st coat work best? Thanks again!

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

Great question but might be hard to answer since pressure is really something you have to feel in order to understand. The best way to learn is to practice just like you are doing. There's so many ways of doing a textured look so it really comes down your own personal preference and how you want to apply. As for long or short strokes, I think either work fine. The main thing is if your are doing a textured/patchy first coat, is to try to make your textured spots connect to each other. That usually gives a more organic look rather than two spots that re completely disconnected. Hope this helps.

@davypaul9827 3 жыл бұрын

drinking game....each time someone says HERE! haha

@kingjondalar4650 2 жыл бұрын

Good video.. I'd like to know where you got that trowel from :-)

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked the video! The trowel is called the X-Trowel. You can buy it here - bit.ly/x-trowel-trap

@timodell4211 3 жыл бұрын

Thinking about doing a backsplash behind our stove. Does it need to be sealed? Is spaghetti sauce going to stain? Also I love this more matte look with a little bit of shine here and there. So if we should seal, will that ruin that finish of highs and lows? Thanks

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

I’d use a sealer for sure since you’ll be wiping it down at lot. Plaster is porous so it will absorb liquids when in contact. You should check out firenzecolor’s wall2floor system that’s made for durability. If you want to use Venetian plaster as your finish, you can use some of the wall2floor sealers to give you a high level of protection. I believe there’s different levels of sheen you can get so you should be able to pick whatever you’d like.

@king8521 Жыл бұрын

Another question, do I need to buy already mix plaster or I can buy a bag of plaster and make my own ,is it the same?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

You don’t have to purchase pre-mixed plaster if you don’t want. I find it easier than having to measure everything out. Also if you want your plaster color matched, pre-mixed is good for that. Not all plasters fro Firenzecolor are pre-mixed but if you want to purchase anything from them, feel free to snag 10% off with our code AFIA10

@king8521 Жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll thank you that helps a lot

@king8521 Жыл бұрын

Hi thank you for the explanations ,I have regular drywall with orange peel texture how can I start ? Do I need to replace the wall or can I skim the wall and do this? Thank you

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

Orange peel texture is perfectly fine to go over with medium to corse plaster. If you want to use a thin or shiny plaster then having a smooth wall is always preferred but not entirely necessary. The first step will be applying a good primer to ensure good adhesion. If there’s any paint chipping off, make sure to take care of that first as your plaster will be latching on to that layer.

@king8521 Жыл бұрын

Thank you ,it really gave me more motivación to start a project .

@mintgraff 3 жыл бұрын

Would you recommend going out and buying a good quality trowel to begin with? They seem expensive so was wondering if it would help a beginner out.

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

You definitely don't have to. Here's a link to the exact one I started out with when I began plastering amzn.to/34nNkvv. It's about half the cost of the X-Trowel I use now. You could probably find a cheaper trowel if you look around more on amazon. The main things you want to look for are good quality stainless steel and make sure it's slightly flexible. When you're first starting out the most important thing is to practice technique. No trowel is going to make that easier but once you get the hang of it, you might have more preferences with what you want from a trowel. Hope this helps! Let me know if you have any other questions.

@mintgraff 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for that! Been watching all your videos on Venetian plaster been a massive help for my project coming up. Keep up the good work

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Glad they have been helpful! Hope your project goes well!

@WeezieV 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Can thick layers of plaster be applied first and then painted with a roller or brush? I have a 100-year-old house and one of the room's walls are plaster and VERY uneven so I was going to sand, prime and add more texture to make it look intentional. I have a big bag of sheet rock 45 that is great mixed with water to a toothpaste consistency. Great for filling in holes because there is no "flashing" like hole filler would look under paint.

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

You can paint over plaster. Just make sure to prime your walls first so there’s good adhesion to the plaster.

@jmh28422 Жыл бұрын

Do I gain anything in applying a 3rd layer? If so, is it the same technique as the 2nd layer? If so, do I burnish my 2nd layer too?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

It depends on the type of plaster. For a thiner/shiny venetain plaster, people will often apply a 3rd coat to build up the base. If you want to apply a 3rd coat, your 1st and 2nd coats will be applied like your base coats without burnishing, then your 3rd coast will be your final coat that you will burnish. Essentially, your last coat is the only layer that gets burnished and applied a little tighter. Hope that helps.

@solacehealings 2 жыл бұрын

Can you apply the plaster onto MDF board? My range hood is MDF not drywall. Is that what this “board” you are referring to was? Thanks!

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Yes, MDF works great! Just make sure it’s smooth and primed up before applying.

@igorpuskas9753 Жыл бұрын

Can you leave empty spots/pockets without paint when doing the first coat? Will it do any harm to the final coat?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

I’m not sure I understand what you are asking. Can you rephrase?

@madboomr9048 Жыл бұрын

Most muds I use need to be mixed first. How about this stuff?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

Yes! This was pre-mixed!

@dankomorowski8157 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! I have two questions, the first, I'm looking to get a bamboo finish in Venetian plaster what do I tint the plaster with to achieve that green? Second question, can I finish plasterboard on horses and then hang it?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Dan. If you are looking to tint your plaster, Firenzecolor can either do a custom tint to match a paint color such as Sherwin Williams, Behr, Benjamin Moore or you can choose from a selection of color options they have. You can totally work on your plaster board wherever you'd like and then hang it. Many people have done this and use it as an art piece in their house. Let me know if this answered your question. Also, you you are looking to order, feel free to use code: AFIA10 for 10% off your order from Frienzecolor.

@dankomorowski8157 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll Cheers!

@ramonperez6763 Жыл бұрын

Me gustaría saber.Este producto resiste calor? se puede utilizar como backplash en cocinas cerca la estufa?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

Venetian plaster is relativity heat resistant so it can be used in areas with heat. You will want to be carful with really hot areas or areas with a lot of moisture as that mixture can cause problems.

@gabbyjohnson5292 2 жыл бұрын

How do you recommend priming the wall? Is a specific material or can you skim with regular joint compound?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

If you need to smooth out your walls, I’d typically use joint compound to skim. After that, I’d go over that with a paint primer to seal the joint compound since it can be sorta reactivated with water. From there you can continue as you normally would with either a quartz primer or directly to Venetian plaster depending on what you are doing.

@gabbyjohnson5292 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the info. I just ordered a product by Firmolux called micro primer. Experienced with tape & bed but this'll be my first whack at venetian plaster. Pretty exciting!

@Dalelopez646 2 жыл бұрын

What size trowels do we need to plaster for example 200x80mm etc? Can you elaborate more on this

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Great question! The application size trowel comes down to your preference. You'll see the professionals using larger trowels so it's quicker. If you are a beginner, I'd definitely not get the biggest trowels. The application trowel size I personally have is the 240x100mm Trap X-Trowel. This is considered the medium size I believe. I also have the 200x80mm X Trowel Finishing Trowel. The smaller size for the burnishing trowel allows you to apply more even pressure while burnishing. Hopefully, this helps answer your question. If you are interested you can check out more here - bit.ly/x-trowel-trap

@630sunshine 3 жыл бұрын

If I want to do this on wood do I need to put a primer down first or what would you recommend? Thanks

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

You don't necessarily have to use primer but it's always recommended. The reason is that it will give you the best surface to work off of and most of the time allows for the best adhesion. Also, plaster is porous, so it's usually best to seal off the surface so nothing comes through. All that being said, I'd done small samples without primer and it seems to work fine. If you don't use primer, I'd recommend testing it beforehand. Hope this helps!

@630sunshine 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll thank you so much. Yes, it’s helps. I appreciate you answering my question. ☀️

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

@@630sunshine Awesome! No worries at all!

@02phenom 3 жыл бұрын

Can you use this on textured walls (orange peel)

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

You can as long as you are using a thicker plaster!

@AK88. 2 жыл бұрын

It's a bad idea to use that polishing trowel for initial spreading as it can get scratched and ruins it unless it's for last coat only but I see you had a separate one for burnishing. Extra flexible stainless steel is best for first coat.

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

I've had good results the way I've been using it. I've also just watched and learned from the people that created the trowel. There are two different styles of the x-trowel. One is more of an application trowel and one is a smaller burnishing trowel. Since they are treated, it's nice to use on the full application process to avoid any black marks on lighter plaster.

@AK88. 2 жыл бұрын

I learned this from stucco Italiano but if it's not affecting your burnishing then by all means. Ridgid stainless steel ones are better for base coats before doing finish coats but you run the risk of gliding the mirror surface against grains in that base coat when applying the first finish coat and that will definitely scratch the surface that you can noticebly feel with fingernail and can therefore scratch the surface since it's no longer smooth cancelling out the benefits of the black streak protection

@mightykrucialhazard Жыл бұрын

@@AK88. if you wipe the trowel down with 600 grit sandpaper when you're done applying the base coat it'll smooth out the surface of the trowel.

@artistic-finishes Жыл бұрын

How many years experience do you have applying venetian plaster?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

At this point, I have about 4 years of experience but that's not really the point. The point is to start practicing and get better everyday.

@nicolebrusik 3 жыл бұрын

What sealer do you recommend for a matte plaster?

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

We use Firenzecolor Protection Soap which is also known as Savon de Marseille. Essentially its soap that's able to be spread on the plaster which creates a seal.

@rastafarian6253 6 ай бұрын

I wish you teach with color stead white so we can see better I am a beginner so white you cannot see well, also more close up while you doing the strokes layers so we can understand how smooth you talking about, when the camera person does the close up they take away to fast not letting us see and understand I wish I could have seen up close the part when you find some dry plaster that ruin your application and you went to fix it but from far all white we cannot appreciate it understand the work, but know this is a person considering starting on this and never touched a tool or plaster before thank you so much for all your teaching I am great full to find you nevertheless ❤

@AlongForItAll 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. The plaster I use is either samples I've received or left over plaster I've used. So I'm not in control of the colors. I did request some brighter colors that you can see in some of our videos.

@cherylq7183 Жыл бұрын

What about additives like tint and pearl or metallic powder?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

You can definitely play around with additives. I find if you are wanting to do a pearl or metallic finish, that using a metallic plaster is better. Some people will do a base coat of a matte venetian plaster and then do a sort of wash with a pearl/metallic plaster which adds a nice effect. Our favorite products are here - bit.ly/metallic-plasters Also, feel free to use AFIA10 for 10% off your order.

@London-rk8yz Жыл бұрын

Hi there ,can apply on plasterboard ?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

Yes! You can apply to plasterboard. That being said, it’s always a good idea to prime your medium first.

@masso45able 3 жыл бұрын

Good job

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@AndiAndi-oo2er Жыл бұрын

Can i use this venetian plaster over a wall with old paint on it?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

You can, but you'll want to A. Make sure that theres no peeling paint and B. Make sure to prime your walls with a good primer to seal it in.

@catherinemebruer788 Жыл бұрын

You don't mix the plaster first to get it smooth? Even on traditional drywall we mix it.

@elsaint7657 Жыл бұрын

awesome

@jaminaperocevic3178 3 жыл бұрын

Hello. Can I make this tecniqe on an office desk top?

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

Hey 👋 You could do this technique on an office desk but might want to look at different types of plaster products as those types of surfaces might require a stronger material.

@karinagalvez7486 Жыл бұрын

Could i use venetian plaster over cement (hardieback) board?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

Should be ok but you could always test a little section before hand. Might not be 100% necessary to prime but could be a good idea as well.

@karinagalvez7486 Жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll thank u! This is all so foreign to me. Is there a specific type of primer I need?

@AlongForItAll Жыл бұрын

@@karinagalvez7486 If you are using a thinner/shiney venetian plaster you'll want to just use a regular paint primer. If you are using a thicker/matte/satin plaster, using quartz primer is probably the best route to give you good adhesion. You can find the quartz primer here - bit.ly/firenzeprimer

@soundsedationasmr 2 жыл бұрын

What is the best product to seal it in kitchen.

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

There's a few options depending on how much protection you are looking to get out of your sealer. If you have plaster that won't be very close to water and messes but still will need to wipe down, then you can get a product called Acquadivetro. This makes the plaster more hydrophobic which makes it easier to wipe off. If you have plaster that will be next to messes and getting wet a lot, I would actually look at using the Wall2Floor products & sealers as they will give you a higher level of protection. You can check the products out more here - bit.ly/firenzecolor-home I'd recommend shooting them an email and they will be able to help you get the exact products you need.

@soundsedationasmr 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll awesome thank you so much for replying!

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

@@soundsedationasmr Of course! Let us know if you have any other questions.

@prabhdeepsidhu2742 Жыл бұрын

Can you do on skimming plaster

@2476222 2 жыл бұрын

You mentioned adding color on the second coat where u began this video. Where's that part?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

I mentioned that the board I was applying plaster to already had plaster on it. So, I was plastering over it "with a different color" than what the board already was. Does that answer your question? Sorry if it was confusing.

@eviealbiston2024 2 жыл бұрын

Hoping to add venetian plaster to my fireplace and kitchen hood. Both surfaces Were framed and drywall, then painted the same latex paint as all the rest of the walls. Now I want to add some texture and sheen but keep in the same relative color as the walls. Would venetian plaster achieve this look?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Venetian plaster sounds like it would be a good fit for what you are hoping to achieve. You can also get your plaster color match to the same color as your paint if you have the color name. My recommendation would be to use a good sealer since both areas can be relatively messy. Let me know if you have any other quetsions!

@lourdesmarabe4247 2 жыл бұрын

Can i apply on my tiles

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

You can apply venetian plaster over tile. You will need to make sure to you the correct primer and use something that has some grit in it so the plaster has something to hold on to.

@Cnndonye 3 жыл бұрын

What about waxing and polishing?

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried using wax yet but would love to in the future. I typically seal my plaster with protection soap (Savon De marseille) bit.ly/protection-soap

@kadisouare4262 2 жыл бұрын

hello, i loove watching your videos but i was wondering what would be best to use over a white painted drywall, plaster or limewash? i want that kind of result smoth wall and limewash seems to deliver that aswell, so what is the difference between the two. thanks

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Hey! Glad you like our videos. You can do both plaster or lime-wash over paint. You will want to prime your walls before doing either so you give it a good surface to adhere to. Lime-wash is definitely easier to apply, so if you are concerned with the learning curve of applying plaster (can take some time to figure out), than that might help you decide on that. Lime-wash is more of a flat, cloudy look where as plaster tends to be more dimensional. The in-person look and feel of Venetian plaster can't really be match by lime-wash. Let me know if this helps or not. Happy to keep discussing if needed. ✌️

@kadisouare4262 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome, and how long did it take you guys to plaster your whole living room?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

It took us quite a bit of time because we had to skim coat and sand all our walls before starting. I can't remember how long just applying the venetain plaster took but probably took 4-5 days. Again, since we are just doing it ourselves, we tend to work in shorter chunks of time so you could defiantly do it quicker if you wanted to.

@kadisouare4262 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll what is skim coating? Is it a more professional way to say “priming” ? Or its a different process?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

Skim coating is when you apply a thin layer of mud or joint compound over the entire wall to make it smooth. Our walls were super textured before so we had to do that before starting. After that, we then primed our walls with quartz primer before applying the plaster.

@romaineporter4680 3 жыл бұрын

Is that board just wood, or is at a canvas ?

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

This board is just a scrap piece of OSB board that I had. Most people use MDF board to make plaster samples with but you can really use any piece of smooth wood. If you do use OSB board, you'll want to skim coat it to smooth it out.

@russellgriffiths7780 2 жыл бұрын

Did you primer the board? Or just skim it. Im looking to get into this side of the plastering sene.

@middleofdecember9862 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll do you need to prime first?

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

@@middleofdecember9862 I recommend to prime first for any plaster projects!

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

@@russellgriffiths7780 I skimmed and primed. This was because the board type was not very sutible for this type of project. Ideally, you'd have a completely smooth board to start so you wouldn't have to apply a skim coat first.

@konradkoehler 3 жыл бұрын

How long did you wait between the first and second coat?

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

It really depends on the room temperature for how fast it dries. You’ll want to wait until the first coat is completely dry before doing the second coat. I probably waited 3-4 hours between coats. Typically when I do an actual wall I’ll wait longer to make sure everything is dry.

@konradkoehler 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll Thanks for replying. I really appreciate it

@DougJo 3 жыл бұрын

How long do I wait for the third coat?

@AlongForItAll 3 жыл бұрын

If you are applying a third coat, you will want to wait till the product is completely dry before applying.

@DougJo 3 жыл бұрын

@@AlongForItAll abraço

@bazzarooney123 2 жыл бұрын

Looks like the same board you started with … blank

@AlongForItAll 2 жыл бұрын

I agree haha. I realized this half way through creating the video and just decided to finish it. I hope to re-make some of these videos in the future with darker or more vibrant plasters so it shows up on camera better.