Venetian & Decorative Plaster in the San Francisco Bay Area
Handcrafted finishes. Depth. Character.
Hand-applied plaster for walls and ceilings, from polished marble-like surfaces to soft matte and stone-inspired textures. We create samples you can review in your own lighting before the main application.
Based in Redwood City. We serve Atherton, Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Hillsborough, Burlingame, Los Altos, Los Gatos, San Francisco, and surrounding Bay Area communities.
Featured project: Marmorino Tintoretto fireplace
- Custom finish samplesSee it in your own lighting
- Meoded trainedHands-on application experience
- CA License #1018036Licensed painting contractor
- Bay Area basedServing SF to Silicon Valley
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Explore Our Decorative Plaster Work
From striking fireplaces to subtle wall textures, see how material selection and hand-application create distinctive finishes. Click any image to enlarge.
Stucco Lamundo (Venetian Plaster)
Marmorino Tintoretto, fireplace
Moroccan clay, bedroom
Marmorino Palladino Travertine effect, stairway
Marmorino Palladino with mica
Marmorino Tintoretto, fireplace left angle
Marmorino Palladino Travertine metallic finish
Marmorino Tintoretto, range hood
Marmorino Tintoretto, fireplace right angleFind the Plaster Finish for Your Space
Color, sheen, movement, and texture all shape the finished surface. Explore four finish styles, each tailored through material selection, samples, and application technique.
Polished Venetian Plaster
A smooth, reflective finish with highs and lows in color that create depth and movement. Layered application and careful burnishing develop a marble-like appearance, with a polished sheen that responds to changing light.
We work with finishes such as Stucco Lamundo to create refined interior feature walls, dining rooms, entryways, and ceilings.
Matte Venetian Plaster
A refined finish with gentle tonal variation and little to no sheen. It brings mineral depth to a space while keeping the surface soft and understated.
Materials such as Marmorino Tintoretto allow us to create smooth matte to low-sheen finishes with subtle movement.
Stone & Textured Finishes
From the linear character of travertine to the irregular relief of Old World plaster, these finishes bring a tactile, stone-inspired quality to walls.
Marmorino Palladino offers versatility for stone effects and mica accents. Tonachino Firenze offers a fine sand texture for softer or rustic appearances.
Clay Finishes
Soft, hand-troweled finishes that bring warmth, subtle movement, and a matte to low-sheen appearance to interior walls.
We work primarily with Moroccan Clay, with Portola Roman Clay also available. These create a smooth feel and softly varied color for feature walls or entire rooms.
Surface Preparation Shapes the Result
Decorative plaster follows the surface beneath it. Repairs, smoothing, and compatible primers help create the foundation for your selected finish.
High-gloss Venetian plaster calls for exceptionally smooth preparation. Matte, clay, and textured finishes also need a sound, properly prepared surface, with requirements that vary by material and desired result.
We assess your walls or ceilings, explain the preparation needed, and use samples to establish the color, sheen, movement, and texture.
Our Decorative Plaster Application Process
Evaluate Your Space
We discuss your preferred look and assess the surfaces, existing coatings, lighting, and exposure. This helps us recommend suitable materials and determine the preparation your project needs.
Create & Review Finish Samples
We create samples so you can review the color, sheen, movement, and texture in your space under your own lighting. Together, we establish the direction for the finish before the main application.
Protect & Prepare
We protect surrounding areas and complete the agreed repairs, smoothing, and surface preparation. Primers and base coats are selected for the substrate and plaster system being used.
Apply & Refine
We build the finish by hand, working in layers and refining it with the appropriate tools and techniques. This may include burnishing for reflection, gentle compression for a matte surface, or shaping a stone-inspired texture.
Protect & Review
Where appropriate, we apply a compatible protective treatment suited to the finish and its location. We review the completed work with you, leave the work area clean, and explain the recommended care and maintenance.
Materials We Work With
We work primarily with decorative finishes from Meoded Paint & Plaster, supported by our Meoded training and hands-on application experience.
Our experience also includes selected finishes from Color Atelier and Portola Paints. If your designer has specified a particular material, we can review its suitability and application requirements for your project.
- Meoded
- Color Atelier
- Portola Paints
Explore More Specialty Finishes
Discover our full range of handcrafted decorative surfaces for residential and commercial projects.
Limewash Finishes
Soft, matte, and breathable mineral coatings with natural tonal variation.
Explore LimewashMicrocement Finishes
Seamless, contemporary concrete-inspired surfaces for interiors, showers, and outdoor spaces.
Explore MicrocementTell Us About Your Plaster Project
Tell us where your project is located, which walls or ceilings you want finished, and the look you have in mind. Photos of your space and inspiration images help us recommend suitable options.
We’ll get back to you within one business day with next steps and to schedule your on-site evaluation.
Prefer to talk? Call (650) 274-3478
Mon–Fri 8:00 am–6:00 pm, Sat 9:00 am–4:00 pm
Decorative Plaster Questions, Answered
How do I choose between polished, matte, textured, and clay finishes?
Polished plaster emphasizes reflection and layered color variation. Matte plaster offers a quieter, low-sheen appearance. Stone and textured finishes introduce grain or relief, while clay finishes create soft movement on smooth interior surfaces. We help you compare options through samples.
Do my walls need to be completely smooth?
Preparation depends on the selected finish. For high-gloss Venetian plaster over drywall, we specify Level 5 preparation. Some other finishes can be applied over properly prepared Level 4 or Level 5 surfaces, while products such as Moroccan Clay also recommend Level 5. We assess your surfaces and explain what is needed.
Can decorative plaster be used in bathrooms or outdoors?
Yes. Suitable plaster systems can be used on bathroom walls outside direct wet areas, and selected lime plasters can be applied outdoors. The material, preparation, and protection must suit the location. Moroccan Clay and Portola Roman Clay are interior finishes. For shower interiors and floors, ask about our separate microcement service.
Will the finished wall look exactly like the sample?
The sample establishes the intended color, sheen, movement, and texture. Natural variation is part of a hand-applied finish. Wall size, lighting, and viewing angle also influence how it appears.
How do I care for decorative plaster?
Care depends on the material and protective treatment. Some finishes allow gentle cleaning, while others require more delicate care. We explain the appropriate cleaning methods and maintenance for your selected finish.
What determines the project cost?
Surface size and condition, preparation, material selection, finish complexity, access, and protective treatments all affect the cost. We assess these details to prepare an estimate for your project.