Recommendations for Simple and Elegant Decorative Plaster Mould Designs
May 16th, 2019Plaster as a decorative element has been the mainstay of architecture since ancient times. Employed to exacting and elegant effect by the Greeks, Romans, Indians, and many other civilisations, plaster became a commonplace building and decorative material with a myriad of applications and uses. Plaster has experienced several eras of highs and lows, and various […]
Differences between Vaulted Plaster Ceilings and Cathedral Ceilings
May 1st, 2019Ceilings are typically flat, and anything that is outside of this norm is generally classified in Western architecture as being either a vaulted ceiling or a cathedral ceiling. Inspired by older aesthetics that have become the mainstay of Western architecture, both the vaulted and cathedral ceiling trace their origins to the dome – an architectural […]
Plaster Cornices DIY Repairs: Mistakes that Should be Avoided
April 16th, 2019Plaster cornices have been a mainstay of interior and exterior aesthetics since the time of the Ancient Greeks. This popularity persisted until late into the Industrial Revolution and dwindled sometime during the early 1960s and on-wards. However, in recent years, there has been a growing revival of interest in plaster cornices for both interior and […]
How Can Damaged Plaster Details Still Be Repaired?
April 2nd, 2019Plaster is an old and much-loved artisanal material that is found in many interior and exterior decorative elements from yesteryear. Well-loved due to its versatility and its capacity to take on intricate details, without sacrificing structural integrity, it is quickly experiencing a comeback in modern interior and exterior architectural design today. A lot of vintage […]
Restoring Victorian Homes with Plaster Cornices: Preserving Beauty and Heritage
March 22nd, 2019One of the historical hallmarks in Victorian homes is the ornate plasterwork that adorns the ceiling, specifically plaster cornices. Ornamental plasterwork was extremely popular in Australia’s history, as a result, many period homes have ornate cornices decorating the ceilings. As time passes, it becomes necessary to preserve the beauty and heritage of Victorian homes by […]
Restore Your Antique Mirror with a French Style Plaster Frame
March 7th, 2019Antique mirrors make for excellent centrepieces that can refine the look of a room and make it classier. Antique mirrors are also sought-after collectors’ pieces, especially since modern mirrors are no longer made in the same manner or of the same quality as antiques were. Many antique mirrors are also wonderful investments, as the value […]
The Importance of Fine Details and Mould Smoothing in Plaster Designs
February 26th, 2019Interior plaster designs today are an integral part of modern buildings and structures. In the past, the art of interior plaster design was greatly valued, as is it still to this day. Plaster designs are not only important in making traditional ornamentation, but plaster is also the ideal medium to use in replicating the fine […]
Plaster Corbels and Wall Brackets: Qualities that Make Them Work Well with Church Designs
February 14th, 2019The traditional process of planning, designing and constructing buildings often comes with tough challenges, this is definitely the case for planning and designing churches. The reason for this is that often times the interior design and decorative architectural work needed for ceiling and walls requires specialised plaster work. Specialised church construction companies are able to […]
Why Plaster Designs and Embellishments Never Ran Out of Style
January 29th, 2019When it comes to home decorating, nothing can ever beat the refinement and class of baroque and art-deco aesthetics. Though these aesthetics are now considered dated and have been chucked away in favour of minimalism and the latest trends. However, more and more people are starting to go back to the tried-and-tested aesthetics that were […]
Plaster Ceiling Cornices: Properties that Make Them Better than Timber Cornices
January 15th, 2019Ceiling cornices are a must-have for any home interior. While there are many varieties of ceiling cornices to choose from, each with their own unique properties and specific price-ranges, two of the most popular choices are timber ceiling cornices and plaster ceiling cornices. Timber and plaster have long been the material of choice for high-quality […]
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