Mineral Plasters
Our plasters have an outstanding reputation, and are some of the most widely used plasters in Italy as well as other European Countries. Italian or "venetian plasters" are gaining popularity in the US, and may very well be the finish of the future because of the quality, endurance, beauty, and protective characteristics that they provide.

Using ancestral techniques of application, we bring true Italian & European tradition into your home. Many of the plasters listed below have some fairly amazing attributes, all are non toxic. One is graffiti resistant, another may be applied in a shower stall, and yet another is sound and thermal resistant.

Metallo

Metallic plasters, smooth, reflective. Comes in 6 different shades of silver, 6 bronze, 6 copper, and 6 gold.

Colors could be customized to suit your needs. The finish is matte but has reflective qualities due to the metallic ingredients.

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova

Metallo Verdi

Metallic plasters with verdigris, smooth, matte finish but somewhat reflective,.6 different shades of silver, 6 bronze, 6 copper, and 6 gold

Colors could be customized to suit your needs. Verdigris can also be applied under or over other plasters to create unique finishes.

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova

Terra Decorative

Provides a rustic look.

Pure Lime, no texture. Comes in 1200 colors.

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova

Pearlesence: Can be applied over any plaster to add subtle pearl highlights.

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova

FIORENTINO

EFFECT DESCRIPTION: matte finish with a soft cloudlike appearance. Smooth to the touch and opaque. Mica wax added to this particular sample for a unique look.

SUITABILITY: Interiors, areas of high humidity

TOP FEATURES: Breathable Water-repellent, Extra-Hard, Extra-Washable, Retouchable in Time. Water resistant – May be applied in a shower.

Mineral with some resin; 1275 Colors Available

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova

VENEZIANO

EFFECT DESCRIPTION: Textured, translucent appearance is smooth to the touch. Washable and patchable, good for high traffic areas. Smoothest Venetian Plaster (mirror like shine)

SUITABILITY: Interiors

TOP FEATURES: Breathable Water-repellent, Extra-Hard, Extra-Washable, Self-Polishing. Retouchable in Time. This plaster is very durable and can resist over 50,000 brushstrokes. May be used inside and outside without restrictions.

Mineral with some resin; 1275 Colors Available

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova

AQUARELLO

EFFECT DESCRIPTION: Uneven Stain. Finely pebbled texture with a soft cloudlike appearance and matte finish.

SUITABILITY: Interiors

TOP FEATURE: Aerosol Graffiti Resistant. It resists perfectly to rain and frost, excellent on concrete inside or outside (its properties makes concrete last longer). Extremely resistant outside – Alkalis and Acids resistant. Can be scrubbed or washed with high-pressure systems without damage. Resistant to aerosol graffiti, can be cleaned with acetone. In Italy, it is used for urban historical buildings.

Mineral; 1275 colors available

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova
MURS D'ARTE

EFFECT DESCRIPTION: Rustic Textured Plaster. This heavily textured plaster with a rustic look has cellulose fibers in it, giving it sound-dampening properties which make it great for media rooms. Thermal insulating properties make it warm to the touch. This product can also be used to imitate stacked stone or brick.

SUITABILITY: Interiors

TOP FEATURES: Sound and Thermal insulation capabilities. Extremely user friendly

Textured Plaster; Natural – Cellulosis; All Colors Available (coloring comes from the wax)

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova
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EFFECT DESCRIPTION: Rustic Textured Plaster. This heavily textured plaster with a rustic look, can be used to imitate limestone block, stacked stone, or brick, and can be very difficult to distinguish from the real thing due to it's hardness. This product is elastomeric (expands and contracts with the substrate) making it a highly versatile product.

SUITABILITY: Interiors and exteriors

TOP FEATURES: Elastomeric

Textured Plaster; all colors available

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova

ETURIA

EFFECT DESCRIPTION: Authentic Tuscan plaster. Quartz crystals give it a texture that has both sandy and smooth areas, with a look that is mottled, matte and shiny. A unique look that is very strong, durable, and scrubbable.

SUITABILITY: Interiors

TOP FEATURES: Elastomeric and Very High scrub resistance and detergents resistance, easily washable

Mineral; 1275 colors available

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova
RESIN MONTOVANO

EFFECT DESCRIPTION: Smooth Venetian Plaster. A similar look to historic Mantovano, but with a high-gloss shine and darker colors available. Extra performance for areas of high humidity.

SUITABILITY: Interiors

TOP FEATURES: Breathable Water-repellent, Extra-Hard, Extra-Washable, Self-Polishing. Retouchable in Time.

Pure slaked lime; 1275 Colors Available

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova
STUCCO ROMANO

EFFECT DESCRIPTION: Lightly textured, with the look of quarried stone. Waxed for durability and to attain the semi-gloss finish. Can be used in areas of high humidity.

SUITABILITY: Interiors

TOP FEATURES: Breathable Water-repellent, Hard, Washable, Self-Polishing, May be fixed fast and easily – No visible patches, may be used inside.

Mineral; 1275 Colors Available

Manufacturer: Safra by Artenova

Some plaster descriptions Copyright 2005 by Gail Brinson Ivey, Used with Permission (for Safra Plasters only)

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