Limewash is a hot topic right now. It is also known as whitewash, lime paint, or whiting. It’s made by mixing slaked lime in water. We love it as an alternative to paint that is natural, mineral based, and non toxic. Let’s get into how to use it and what sort of finishes are possible. […]
We found this amazing blog entry that details the history of Japanese trowels. In our plastering jobs, we use trowels extensively, and own a variety of kinds. I often find that the Japanese trowels have a better feel, balance, and usability than others in our quiver. Maybe that’s because the history of the Japanese trowel […]
We install a lot of tadelakt showers, walls, sinks, and back-splashes. We even teach workshops on the process as a part of a couple of natural building and plaster workshops and internships. Plus, we all have a lot of love for the craft. It is one method of creating a polished plaster, which is specifically […]
We often don’t think too much about our ceilings. But we’d argue that they can be the more important surface in many ways. For one, a ceiling gets exposed to the hottest and dampest air in the home, as that moist air rises. So, a plastered ceiling may be the perfect way to help manage […]
Check out this great article from a few years ago in the Denver Post all about how people are rediscovering plaster: clay, lime, and gypsum. Some of our favorite quotes: “A plastered wall is so much more than drywall with a painted faux treatment on it. A plastered wall has real depth to it.” Earthen […]
We have mentioned that natural plasters are the best wall covering option for controlling indoor air quality. Learn more about how lime and clay plasters help manage indoor humidity levels, any why that is important for your health. Why is indoor humidity a factor in air quality? The idea of improving indoor air quality might […]
Timeless Clay and Lime Plasters At Living Plasters, we truly believe that plaster walls offer the most comfort, beauty, and highest performance over any other wall covering. Natural plasters made from clay or lime fill a living or working space with a comfortable feeling. They even improve your building’s health. In addition, these durable and […]
Benefits of Lime Plasters We love lime plasters. We have installed tens of thousands of square feet of this material in local homes and businesses. Here are some reasons why it is an ideal wall covering. Beautiful Lime is naturally reflective and refractive, especially when mixed with sands or other mineral additives. These qualities give your […]
We mix clay plaster using the most local materials possible, since we are lucky to live in colorful Colorado, where our local soils contain high amounts of clay. We also source clay and VOC-free, mineral-based pigments from other areas, in order to get a wider range of color. Health Having clay walls in a home […]