Decorative Wall Finishes Painters in Toronto & GTA

The choice depends on the aesthetic and the room’s function. Venetian Plaster is chosen for its artistic, soft, and luxurious finish—it offers a unique depth, sheen, or texture (like marble or velvet) and is primarily for dry, decorative walls. Microcement, while also seamless, is chosen for its modern, minimalist, concrete-like aesthetic and its superior performance. It is the ideal choice when you need a durable, waterproof finish for high-traffic areas, floors, countertops, or shower enclosures.

Yes. Selecting the right color for a textured finish is crucial, as the natural movement and light reflection can alter the final look. We provide personalized design and color consultations where we create custom samples of your chosen finish (like Venetian Plaster or Roman Clay) in your desired color palette to ensure the perfect mood and aesthetic alignment for your space.

Tadelakt Plaster is a traditional Moroccan lime plaster known for its lustrous, soft, velvety sheen and its natural waterproof properties. It is primarily used to create seamless, sculptural surfaces like high-end soaking tubs, sinks, curved feature walls, and shower enclosures where a sophisticated, non-industrial waterproof finish is desired.

Maintenance is generally simple. For most finishes, we recommend gentle cleaning with a soft, damp cloth and neutral, pH-balanced soap. You should avoid using abrasive scrubbers, steel wool, or harsh, chemical cleaners (like bleach or ammonia), as these can strip or damage the protective sealant layers over time.

Many of our lime-based finishes, including Limewash, Venetian Plaster, Marmorino, Roman Clay, and Tadelakt Plaster, are naturally breathable, mineral-based, and VOC-free or very low-VOC. This makes them an excellent choice for clients seeking high-end, sustainable, and healthy indoor finishes for their Toronto homes.

Absolutely not. While Microcement fits industrial and modern styles, finishes like Limewash and Roman Clay are perfect for rustic, farmhouse, or Scandinavian aesthetics. Marmorino and high-gloss Venetian Plastering work beautifully in classical, traditional, and maximalist luxury settings.

Yes. Microcement is specifically engineered to adhere strongly to existing, sound substrates, including tile, concrete, and drywall, without requiring major demolition. This makes it an ideal choice for microcement finish bathroom renovations, delivering a seamless, grout-free surface quickly and cleanly.

Decorative wall finishes are a premium investment and are significantly more expensive than standard paint. The cost reflects the premium material (lime, marble dust, cement polymers) and the artisanal labor required. Pricing is based on project complexity and square footage, but expect a final cost several times that of conventional painting due to the specialized skills and time involved.

Application time varies significantly by finish. Simple Limewash or Roman Clay might take 2-3 days. More complex, multi-layer finishes like Venetian Plaster or Microcement often require 4 to 6 days to complete, as each thin layer must cure fully before the next can be applied, and the final coat requires dedicated sealing time.

Yes. Microcement and Tadelakt are the two primary finishes ideal for wet areas. Microcement is completely waterproof when sealed and is perfect for modern, seamless showers and bathroom walls/floors. Tadelakt is a traditional Moroccan lime plaster that is naturally waterproof when polished and sealed, offering a velvety, sculptural finish for high-end bathrooms.

Venetian Plaster (including Marmorino) is a highly polished, smooth, or textured finish made of lime and marble dust, known for creating a luxurious, marble-like, or suede look with significant depth and sheen. Limewash is a matte, chalky paint that creates a soft, subtle wash of color, enhancing the underlying texture of the wall for a rustic, organic look.