Spatula Stuhhi Plaster Wall Treatment

Preparing the Surface and the Plaster

• The wall needs to be primed before you can apply Spatula Stuhhi Venetian plaster. Use a high-quality latex primer. You can thin the primer with a little water if you prefer. Open up the bucket of plaster and pour off the water on the top. Add in the colorant of your choice and mix it for at least 10 minutes or until the color is uniform. A mixer attachment for a hand drill works well for this.

Applying the First Coat

• The first coat should be applied by holding the trowel at a 15-degree angle to the wall. This helps you put on an even, thin coat. Sweep on the plaster with your trowel, going from bottom to top. Use an edging tool for wall corners to get a professional look. As you work, smooth out any large ridges with your trowel. You don't have to worry about being perfect with this type of plaster treatment. Texture is just fine. Allow the first coat up to eight hours to dry.

The Second and Third Coat

• The next two coats are applied using different angles. The second coat should be applied with an angle between 30 and 45 degrees, and the third gets closer to 50 or 60. Sweep on the second coat as you did the first and let it dry completely. For the third coat, thin the plaster with water until it resembles pancake batter. Sweep on a very thin coat for this last layer and let it dry for up to eight hours.

Burnishing the Wall

• The most important step in Venetian plastering is the burnishing process. Use a non-woven soft rag and burnishing wax. Wipe the wax onto the wall using a circular motion. Dip the cloth into the wax several times while you work to keep a nice even coating on the wall. Let this set for a few minutes and then wipe off the excess with a clean rag. Allow the first coat of wax around six hours to soak into the plaster before applying another coat. Polish the wall with a soft cloth to bring out the shine.