Interesting decorative plaster with your own hands. How to make decorative plaster from ordinary putty with your own hands? The main thing about decorative mixtures - what you need to know

Using modern finishing materials and technologies in the repair process, you can create a unique design and embody any original ideas. At the same time, it is not necessary to spend money on the purchase of expensive materials and to attract professional builders. One of the available options for how to make the side surfaces and give them an interesting texture is to plaster them, but with the help of a putty. Such decorative plaster looks great in any room and allows you to implement various design ideas.

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Decorative plaster from putty - coating advantages

The plaster is intended for rough wall decoration and is a coarse, coarse-grained material. Putty, on the other hand, is used for the final leveling of the surface and is available in two types:

• Starting lineups. Designed to hide cracks, scratches and other minor surface defects.
• Finishing mixtures. They make the wall absolutely smooth and prepare it for further painting, wallpapering.

Decorative plaster can be made from a regular finishing putty. The coating looks very impressive and perfectly masks all roughness. It is easy to make it with your own hands, which allows you to do without the involvement of specialists and save a lot of money.

In addition to the low cost, the advantages of using this finishing method are:

• Original texture. The graceful reliefs of the surface to be decorated are perfect for creating a unique design.
• High adhesion and plasticity of the material, facilitating its application and repair work.
• Long service life, during which aesthetic and performance characteristics are maintained.
• Additional noise and heat insulation.
• The absence of harmful toxic substances, which makes the putty mixtures the most environmentally friendly, safe finishing materials.
• A wide range of stylistic solutions.

Having familiarized yourself with the basic rules, you can create unique interiors on your own. They use a chaotic application of colored streaks or spots, make an arbitrary drawing or patterns, giving the wall an unusual embossed texture or painting it in the desired shade.

Preparatory work - highlights

With patience, diligence and applying your imagination, ordinary walls can be turned into a work of art with the help of putty. The necessary materials and tools are purchased at hardware stores. To give the surface a certain texture, special rollers are used with a coating in the form of stripes, dots, and an arbitrary pattern. But using the means at hand, it is easy to make a textured roller yourself.



For example, removing the worn-out coating from the old tool and installing foam rubber with large pores in its place. You can also make holes in it, arranging them in a chaotic order. An equally interesting result is obtained when using ordinary objects - sponges, brushes, polyethylene.

Thorough preparation of the walls is an indispensable condition for the long-term use of decorative plaster. It is not necessary to bring the surfaces to perfect condition, since the putty skillfully hides small flaws. To eliminate significant defects, a leveling layer of gypsum putty or sand-cement mixture is first applied.

Gypsum mortars are modern materials, so they are easy to work with, but they are not suitable for rooms with high humidity. In such cases, preference is given to cement mixtures.

Before applying decorative plaster, you need to prepare the walls, for this:

• They remove various dirt, old finishing materials - wallpaper, paint or plaster.
• A surface prone to cracking is reinforced with a mesh and covered with a deep penetration primer.
• To improve the quality of further finishing, a starting layer of putty is applied and left to dry.
• After that, to improve the adhesion of the contacting layers, the walls are re-treated with a primer.



Before proceeding with the application of decorative plaster, it is necessary to choose one of the methods of work and prepare the appropriate tool and material. The simplest mixture is easy to make from putty and grout. Then, combining them in containers in a ratio of 1: 1 and stirring all the time, they begin to gradually add cold water until the solution becomes homogeneous, thick enough.

A properly prepared composition should adhere to the surface of the instrument and not drip.



Application to the wall is carried out in a thin layer of no more than a centimeter. And letting the mixture stand so that it grabs a little, they begin to make the patterns. There are several ways to make a textured drawing using:

• roller;
• notched trowel;
• ready-made stencils;
• brush, trowel, other improvised devices.

Without proper preparation, it is difficult to create complex textures or patterns on your own in order to give the plaster a spectacular and original look. But simple reliefs will be within the power of everyone.

Venetian decorative plaster

Classic Venetian plaster, imitating precious stones of natural origin, is made from ordinary putty. After decorating the walls with it in the style of the Middle Ages, they look unusually beautiful. The best effect is obtained if Venetian plaster is used on perfectly flat, clean and dry surfaces.

To prepare the mixture, you need sand from natural stones (usually they take quartz, malachite, marble), slaked lime and dyes. The solution can be made independently or you can take it completely ready-made in a package. Then, following the manufacturer's instructions, it remains to add the required volume of water and stir with a construction mixer. The resulting composition should resemble sour cream in consistency.



Putty is applied in small portions with a metal spatula, making strokes with it. They can be sweeping or small, depending on the pattern being created or the imitation of a certain material. After finishing the first layer, it is left for a while so that it dries well. Only then, using a rubber soft spatula, the next layer is applied and again allowed to dry.

Then they start grinding with a fine sandpaper or mesh. This is the most demanding job, since it is required to smooth out sharp protrusions very carefully, but not damage the structure. The next stage is painting. To obtain the desired effect, the paint is applied in layers, and the saturation of their tone should differ from the previous ones. At the end, the walls can be covered with acrylic lacquer, add a gilding effect, or leave everything unchanged.



Using a similar technique for creating Venetian plaster, walls can be decorated in the "Snowball" style. The difference lies in the choice of contrasting shades. In this case, the first layer is put in a darker one. And only then, with the help of light colors or whites (to simulate snowfall), are the upper layers sprayed.

Creation of unique patterns

Textured decorative plaster looks impressive and can decorate the walls of any room. It is made using conventional putty mixtures. After applying to the surface, they are processed with a roller covered with foam rubber, or with the help of special textured blanks.



But if you show your imagination and make large holes in the foam rubber or tie it with a steel mesh, a clothesline, a plastic bag, you can get your own unique pattern. The direction of movement is chosen at your discretion.

Decorating with a spatula

The creation of textured surfaces on the walls with a spatula is a creative process. Then, using small or wide strokes, arched or wavy movements to apply the solution, you can create a unique pattern. For example, decorative trim that imitates fish scales looks great on a section of the wall. The thickness of the layer and the schematic arrangement of the lines are selected individually.



First, putty is applied to the prepared section of the wall with a layer of 3-5 mm. To make the image more embossed, the thickness can be increased. Further, taking a spatula up to 10 cm wide, they begin to systematically apply a pattern, moving from one corner of the area to be formed to the opposite.

Pressing lightly on the tool, they form indentations, trying to give them a checkerboard or arbitrary order on the diagonal. In case of incorrect drawing of lines, the putty is carefully smoothed out and the relief is recreated. After obtaining the desired result, the surface is left to dry completely. Then they are painted in any shades.

Imitation silk

To get a pattern that imitates compressed silk, you need to take plastic wrap. The work algorithm is as follows:

• The putty is applied in an even layer about 2 mm thick over the entire surface.
• Immediately cover with foil in random order. The more folds, the more interesting the texture.
• If necessary, folds are additionally tightened and slightly twisted, thereby provoking the formation of new patterns.
• After 12 hours, the film is removed and the walls are allowed to dry completely.
• After that, the surface is lightly smoothed, smoothing out the protruding areas and removing the break off parts.



The next stage is painting. The paint is applied with a roller or sponge. To remove some of the color, use a damp sponge, and rub its accumulation with a clean rag put on a spatula. After that, the coating is allowed to dry and the top is covered with mother-of-pearl paint to give the effect of "silk".

Other ways to decorate

Artistic plastering can be done with a trowel. As in the previous case, a working layer is applied, and then, using a tool, the solution is gradually distributed from above. Arbitrary movements of the trowel will help to give the surface an unusual look. It is also applied in different places, pressing slightly.



A very popular wood beetle finish resembling insect-eaten wood is obtained as follows. The composition applied to the surface is left for a while until it begins to set. Further, using a wooden or plastic tool and slightly pressing on the base, they begin to perform horizontal, vertical, circular movements. As a result, longitudinal grooves are formed, similar to wormholes.



One of the available ways to decorate the walls and get an original pattern of grainy texture is to use a sponge. To do this, it is enough, carrying out a small pressure, to walk it over the entire surface.

Decorating in the "Shading" style is performed with a metal or plastic comb, as if "combing" freshly applied plaster. The movements are completely arbitrary. Having allowed the putty to dry, they pass over it with a regular rag and, along the way, carrying out a light grout, remove small protruding particles.

With certain skills and good imagination, it will not be difficult to create any patterns and turn ordinary putty into decorative plaster. Of course, to implement ambitious projects, you will need the help of specialists, but in most cases, after watching a master class, photo and video instructions, you can cope with any difficulties on your own. To begin with, the technique should be worked out on an inconspicuous area and only then tackle the main decor.

When the construction of the house comes to an end, it is the turn of the finishing work. This is one of the most important and, at the same time, interesting stages, on which the final result of the entire construction depends.

Today, there are hundreds of ways to decorate walls and one of the most beautiful options, by right, can be called decorative plaster, which has a wide range of colors, affordable price and practicality. Decorative plaster allows you to create an original unique style and embody any design ideas.

If you properly prepare decorative plaster and adapt it correctly, you can create magnificent decor on the walls, which is no different in appearance from a fresco.

But many reject this building material as a decorative finish, considering it very difficult and time consuming. In fact, this is not at all the case. In this article we will tell you about the advantages, features of this material and dwell on the process of making decorative plaster from ordinary putty with our own hands.

Due to the fact that the material includes modern plasticizers, the plaster is plastic, which allows even a beginner to work with it. It is versatile, it can be applied to almost any surface (foam concrete, drywall, brick).

Thanks to the correct application, textured plaster allows you to give the building an expensive and presentable look. Therefore, it is a pleasure to work and create designer masterpieces on the wall using ordinary putty.

What is the difference between plaster and putty?

Before we move on to the process of creating decorative plaster from ordinary putty, let's understand these two concepts. In general, it is customary to call plaster a building mixture, which is intended for leveling walls. It is also customary to call a putty a building mixture for leveling walls, but, unlike ordinary plaster, we are talking about small errors.

What is the difference?

1. Grinding... If we carefully study the composition of both building materials, we will see that much smaller fractions are used in the putty, this allows you to create a thin coating.
2. Price... The difference will be in the price of these two materials, which is due to the lower consumption of putty in comparison with plaster. Large filler is much cheaper for manufacturers.
3. Strength. Plaster will be much stronger than putty. That is why it is often used to decorate external walls. If we recall the composition of concrete, then we know that to give strength, crushed stone is added to the composition. So it is here. The larger the fraction of the substances included in the mixture, the stronger and more durable the material itself will be.
4. Composition. Plaster is mainly produced from a cement-sand mixture with various additives. It can be clay-lime, clay-cement, gypsum and less often clay-cement composition. For the production of putty, manufacturers use cement with sand, to which various plasticizers are added.

In order to understand the scope and operational properties of various types of plaster and putty, let's take a closer look at the composition and types of these two materials.

Types of plaster for facade work

Today, there are several types of plaster on the market, which differ in composition and bonding.

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	The composition includes a mixture of quartz chips, marble, lime hydrant, light mineral aggregates, plasticizers and Portland cement. The advantages of this material are high strength, moisture resistance, long service life and low price. To decorate the material, pigments or marble chips are often added to the mixture, which allows you to play with the design of the walls.
	In addition to coarse sand and cement, acrylic resin is added to the composition, which gives elasticity and high strength. It is quite easy to work with such plaster, it lends itself to leveling, has good water-repellent properties. But there is also a serious drawback. Plaster has a high degree of flammability, therefore it is not recommended to use it near mineral wool insulation.
	The main link here is natural silicone, which imparts extraordinary plasticity to the material. Despite the rather high price, silicone plaster has a number of unique qualities (insensitivity to UV rays, plasticity, strength, high adhesion, resistance to mechanical damage and a wide variety of colors). Another plus is the speed of work. The composition contains antiseptic substances, therefore, preliminary priming of the walls before application is not required. The only drawback of this mixture, perhaps, can be called the complexity of the finish. That is, the walls before application should already be sufficiently well prepared, since the silicone plaster is applied in one layer.
	The main link here is liquid glass, which imparts excellent astringent properties. Silicate plaster is characterized by a high rate of fire resistance, so it can be used on almost any surface. It is one of the most durable finishing materials with a service life of over 50 years.
	One of the most common types, which differs from plaster only in grain size.
	It can be attributed to very exotic options for building material, which is not often found on sale. The manufacturer uses varnish oil as the basis for the thickener. It is highly resistant to moisture and is excellent for treating walls before painting.
	Epoxy resin is used as a base, which makes this building material very versatile in use. It can be applied to concrete, metal, plastic, drywall, wood. Differs in a very high degree of strength and resistance to external factors.
	Latex is great for both external wall treatment and for indoor use. The base is ordinary latex, which gives the material high elasticity. With such a composition, it is easy to seal all cracks, potholes on the plane. The plaster sets quickly, dries and does not crack.

Prices for popular types of plaster

Plaster

Benefits of textured plaster

If you decide to choose an ordinary putty as a facade finish to create an intricate decor, then you will have to work hard and practice in applying the finish to get a really high-quality finish. But the result is worth it.

Decorative plaster is, first of all, a play of textures. And already the second part is played by the color scheme. It is important to understand, when starting work, that it is due to the texture, relief that you will achieve a complex texture on the wall.

Textured plaster has the following qualities:

• easy to apply;
• it is highly resistant to moisture and UV rays;
• can be applied to any surface (foam concrete, brick, etc.);
• allows you to give the wall an original style;
• does not require perfect alignment before application;
• there is an opportunity to choose any color scheme;
• goes well with other finishing materials;
• has a long service life;
• environmentally friendly material;
• increases the heat-insulating and sound-insulating properties of the room;
• you can create a complex texture.

The possibilities of decorative plaster are not limited only to the creation of an original texture. You can create intricate patterns and pictures with decorative plaster.

It is best to use silicone putty mixtures as a base. They are more elastic, allow you to achieve a perfect texture and the required relief, and also have a high resistance to mechanical damage. Despite the intricacy of the texture, this material is quite easy to care for. Dust and dirt can be easily removed with conventional detergents.

Varieties of plaster textures for facade decoration

There are two types of decorative plaster for facade work:

According to the invoice, the following options are classified:

Tools for making decorative plaster

Before you start cooking, stock up on handy tools. This will simplify the work and allow you to quickly prepare the desired consistency.

Prices for building levels

Building levels

You will need:

Technology of the process of working with decorative plaster

1. Preparatory work for leveling the walls.
2. Preparation of decorative plaster from putty.
3. Creation of a base layer of plaster.
4. Work on creating a textured coating.
5. Finish coating.

Stage 1. Preparatory work before applying decorative plaster

Step 1. We carry out preparatory work on the surface. We clean off all paint, varnish and other debris. Wash the wall thoroughly.

Step 2. We prime the surface. This will allow to close up all cracks, level the walls as much as possible and stop the absorption of the putty by the wall surface, since the primer has excellent waterproofing properties.

Step 3. We apply an antiseptic and anti-corrosion protective layer. If decorative plaster is applied to a surface where there are metal nails, screws, pipes, then it is necessary to first apply a protective layer to all these parts. Otherwise, in the future, a rusty stain may appear through the plaster. An antiseptic will protect the surface from the formation of fungus, mold and other microorganisms.

Step 4. Let the primer and protective layer dry well for at least 12-14 hours. It is very important to wait for this period of time, otherwise, after a short period of time, the plaster will lag behind the surface. If, after the first priming, a layer lag is visible or there is a suspicion of surface flowability, then it is recommended to carry out priming in several layers, each time waiting for complete drying. The average period of polymerization and drying of the mixture is 15 hours, but before starting work, be sure to read the instructions on the package, since, depending on the chemical components, the period can be significantly increased.

Video - Application of Ceresit CT 16 primer

Front primer prices

Front primer

Video - The process of applying a primer to the walls

Important! All finishing works must be carried out at a temperature not lower than + 5 ° C. Otherwise, the quality of the result and the operational properties of the facade finish will be low.

Step 5. Determine the level of alignment by the building level. Keep in mind that the control of the evenness of the walls should be carried out in several positions: horizontally, vertically and diagonally.

Now that the walls can be finished, we are preparing decorative plaster.

Stage 2. Cooking decorative plaster: step by step instructions

Textured plaster can be prepared from almost any ordinary putty.

In order to decorate the walls with textured putty, it is necessary to prepare the following materials:

• putty (ordinary from any manufacturer);
• white acrylic primer;
• water (cold);
• acrylic lacquer;
• paint of the required color;
• glaze for the finishing coat.

Step 1. We take a deep vessel (bucket) and mix in equal proportions the usual putty, water and mortar for sealing the joints. You can first mix only the bulk ingredients, and then slowly add cold water. This will speed up the mixing process and avoid clumping.

Step 2. Mix the mixture thoroughly with a construction mixer or an electric drill with a whisk attachment.

Step 3. If the final version assumes a certain color, then after thorough mixing, add the pigment to the finished consistency.

Step 4. Checking the texture of the finished material. If you feel that the consistency is too thick and does not allow you to work and create the necessary patterns on the surface, then you can add a little water, but do not overdo it, otherwise the material will roll or drain over the surface for a long time.

Advice! Prepare just as much of the mixture as you need it soon. The solution will thicken quickly enough and it will be difficult to work with it.

Stage 3. Creating a base layer

We take a small amount of the prepared mixture with a spatula and apply a thin layer to the wall surface. The layer thickness should not exceed 2-3 mm. Use a special facade trowel for work and start stretching from the lower right corner.

Wait for a technological pause (10-30 minutes) before proceeding with the relief. The drying time of the base depends on the technical characteristics of the working mixture.

Stage 4. Work on creating a textured coating

Step 1. Make a wall markup... This is an important point if, say, you are planning to translate a design masterpiece into an idea and do not want to limit yourself to the usual application of textured putty. We mark the area of ​​work with masking tape, and the solution can go onto the paper. After completing the work, this tape will need to be carefully removed.

Step 2. We take a spatula, collect again a small amount of putty and apply the mixture to the wall... It can be applied in several movements, depending on the design intent: scarring, circular movements, horizontal or vertical strokes. If you want to create chaotic strokes on the wall, without a specific pattern or relief, then you can alternate the technique. If your idea implies a certain pattern, then choose movements in one direction.

After each application of the mixture to the wall, thoroughly clean the spatula or trowel before taking a new portion of the solution. The remains of the mixture must never be put back into the bucket with plaster.

Important! Practice applying the relief to the drywall sheet first. This will give you the opportunity to "feel" the material and create exactly the drawing that you have in mind.

A spatula with a notched edge can create a specific pattern, and a special roller with a ready-made pattern can be used to transfer beautiful patterns to the wall. The structure and relief of the wall can be adjusted in the process. If the strokes are too harsh and thick, grab the trowel and lightly touch the wall and walk over the surface.

Style "bark beetle" performed by translational continuous movements performed in a horizontal or vertical position. The drawing will depend on the movement of your hand and it is better to apply it with a float, it will appear already during the application of the mixture to the wall. But individual strokes can be created with a float, applying to the wall and pressing lightly.

The consistency of the solution should resemble thick sour cream, otherwise the mixture may drain from the wall, disrupting the pattern. After applying one layer with a trowel, the "milk" is removed from the trowel with a spatula, in which there are no pebbles. If this is not done, then the relief of the "bark beetle" will not be pronounced. We hold the tool when applying the solution at an angle of 60 degrees.

The thickness of the layer will depend on the grain size in the finished mixture. The average drying time is 24-72 hours.

Video - "Bark beetle" plastering technology

Advice! If you need to take a break from work, then cover the border of the finished drawing with masking tape, on top of which apply a wet solution. When you return to work, carefully remove the tape and continue the process. This will avoid visible grooves and transitions on the terrain.

"Pebble" texture achieved by sharp clockwise movements. It is very important not to interrupt finishing work, as the hardening of the plaster can give a sharp transition on the wall.

Pebble plaster application technology - photo

Video - Lesson on applying pebble plaster

Step 3. To completely dry the picture, you need to protect the facade from direct sunlight and wind. To do this, it is necessary to install a protective construction screen made of mesh or film.

Creation of a complex relief using a special roller

With the help of a special roller covered with steel mesh, rubberized or with pores, you can create a unique pattern of any complexity on the surface. You can buy such a tool in a store or get creative and make such a roller yourself by wrapping it with twine or cord. Keep in mind that the more often the rope is wound, the denser the relief structure will be.

All work is carried out with a roller, which is carefully dipped into the putty and then the mixture is applied in a thin layer to the wall. Here you can turn on your imagination and work with a roller in different directions.

Prices for textured rollers

Stage 5. Finish coating

Now that the desired drawing on the wall has been created, we proceed to the final stage. Decorative plaster can be painted in any color or varnished. This process is not difficult, but in order for the result to really please you for many years, several nuances should be taken into account.

The textured putty is best painted in 2 colors. This will give the surface more relief and volume.

If you want to emphasize the convex parts of the drawing, then it is better to paint these places using the dry brush method. On the other hand, all the dimples and grooves will accentuate the wet brush method, which will slightly blur the color.

If you decide to paint the textured putty in dark colors, then it is better to choose the wet brush method, which will slightly wash out the pigment. When painting the surface in a light range, apply the paint with a dry brush.

After that, the staining process has come to the finish, let the paint dry well and open it with varnish. Firstly, it will give a beautiful shade to the paint, fix it and protect it from fading and fading. Use a water-based varnish and apply 2-3 coats, each time waiting for the previous one to dry completely.

Despite the fact that the process of creating decorative plaster from putty is not difficult and does not require serious skills, watch the video with step-by-step instructions to get everything right.

Video - Painting decorative plaster

Video - How to prepare decorative plaster from ordinary putty with your own hands

- one of the materials in demand in modern repairs, but the high cost of ready-made mixtures makes us look for alternative ways to implement the idea. And it should be noted that home craftsmen managed to invent several successful compositions in which decorative plaster prepared with their own hands is in no way inferior to the highest quality ready-made solutions.

The article will discuss how to make decorative plaster yourself, what components will be needed for this, in what proportions, how homemade compositions for interior and exterior work differ. We will also offer several recipes and cooking methods, etc.

Decorative plaster is one of the most effective ways to decorate rooms with your own hands

Composition of decorative plaster

Decorative plaster is profitable, beautiful, practical, the coating is environmentally friendly and maintainable. There are many techniques for applying the composition that allows you to create. If necessary, color can be added to some compositions, and surfaces are always - this is a weighty argument in the choice of material when implementing different ones. Look at several ways how to make decorative plaster with your own hands, video tutorials will tell you interesting ideas for decorating surfaces.

To understand how to make decorative plaster with your own hands, you need to understand the composition of the material. In fact, the basic component of the mixture is a binder: cement, gypsum, lime, putty, silicate glass, silicone, acrylic and even clay.

Volumetric drawings can be created using a stencil

To give the material decorative characteristics, various components are mixed into the composition:

• To mineral, and cement - sand, stone chips or flour, small particles of minerals, fragments of shells, etc.
• To polymer based on acrylic resin, to organosilicon (silicate) or silicone - synthetic fillers, which give the coating the effect of leather, suede, silk, wood texture, as well as stone chips, which allows you to create integral surfaces (without joints and seams), as if carved from natural stone.

Volume is achieved by applying layers in several stages

For viscosity, good adhesion and elasticity, additives - plasticizers are mixed into the composition; at home, PVA glue is most often used.

We offer you to familiarize yourself with the materials on how to make decorative plaster, the video tells you how to do it yourself.

Important: Almost all decorative plasters have a white, beige or grayish tint, therefore it is necessary to choose a pigment for silicate, acrylic and silicone, and for mineral plasters.

Homemade decorative plaster recipes

We have already figured out the composition of decorative plaster, each of the components can be bought at a hardware store or collected in nature. It is important to properly prepare natural materials with your own hands: sand, stone chips, shell particles - rinse, sift, dry, try to use fractions from 0.7 to 3 mm, if clay or lime is used, then soak and rub through a sieve.

See how Venetian decorative plaster is done with your own hands from putty, a video tutorial on how to turn an ordinary putty into an exquisite decor.

DIY decorative plaster from ordinary putty

The simplest and most budgetary decorative plaster for do-it-yourself interior work is an ordinary putty: fine, thin - for embossed coatings with strokes, hard-grained - for a pronounced, but not catchy, structure such as bark beetle. To make it stronger, more elastic, hold stronger and easier to apply to the wall, PVA glue or a deep penetration primer is mixed with it in a ratio of 2.5-6% by weight (the higher the percentage, the stronger the finishing layer, but it dries much longer).

Do-it-yourself decorative plaster, in the photo there is a textured drawing, decorated with 2 types: washing and patination

Do-it-yourself decorative plaster from an ordinary 3 mm putty, and after the top layer has set, it is textured with improvised materials (crumpled paper, polyethylene, sponges), purchased stamps (usually for brick or masonry) or rollers with various patterns. The embossed pattern is applied with a small soft spatula, with chaotic strokes.

Another way to apply decorative plaster with your own hands from an ordinary putty - first, the first, smooth layer is laid, it will serve as a background when it dries, it must be sanded and preferably covered with primer. Next, a stencil is applied and an additional convex layer, a volumetric drawing, is made on it. Floral patterns look beautiful here: bunches of grapes, climbing plants and geometric ornaments. After drying, the sharp edges, for naturalness, are processed with a thin abrasive, after which the surface is painted over, and the decor is processed manually with colored paints, patina, gilding, and other decorative techniques.

Surface textured for natural stone masonry

For your information: The thickness of the convex pattern should not exceed 3-5 mm, thicker decor will crack over time.

We offer a way to make decorative plaster with your own hands, the video tells you step by step how to make textured waves.

Homemade decorative plaster composition

If it is expensive for you to buy a ready-made putty for some reason, we offer a completely simple composition of polymer-adhesive decorative plaster with your own hands. Would need:

• PVA glue - 800 g;
• 5% CMC solution - carboxymethylcellulose, powdery material, used for gluing wallpaper - 2000 g, soaked according to the manufacturer's instructions indicated on the package;
• 10% solution of household soap, grate and soak in water, stir with a homogeneous consistency, until a thick gel:
• Chalk powder (calcium carbonate) - 6500 g, can be replaced with gypsum.

The components are combined and mixed with a drill with a mixing nozzle until a paste-like state. Apply to the wall as described above. Such homemade decorative plaster from the putty dries for a very long time.

The master class on the next video will tell you several ways how decorative plaster from putty is textured, video tutorials will help you choose the right tool for the required texture.

A few more recipes on how to prepare decorative plaster, with explanations

Composition for interior work:

• River sand, washed, sifted - 3 hours, you can quarry, but it should be soaked in order to wash off clay impurities;
• Satengips - ready-made dry fine gypsum putty with mineral additives - 3 hours;
• Fugenfüller - ready-made dry gypsum mixture with polymer additives - 1 hour, for moisture resistance and strength of decorative plaster.

The ingredients are dry mixed, mixed with water and thoroughly mixed.

The next mixture that can be imitated is soil and satengypsum. We take a deep penetration soil that increases adhesion and improves moisture resistance; types that do not form an impermeable film are suitable - aqueous dispersions of a synthetic polymer. Dilute the soil with water 2 to 1. Gradually add satengypsum, mix, you should get a pasty consistency. The solution needs to stand for a few minutes and stir again to remove air from the mixture.

Methods for texturing decorative plaster from ordinary putty

Good to know: If in the composition of decorative plaster, then when applying the mixture with metal objects, dark stripes may remain.

From any ready-made with additives that can be bought in the store, you can safely prepare decorative plaster by sealing the composition with water and adding PVA glue to the mixture. In fact, a thick solution is obtained, applied with a spatula, depending on the application methods, various relief coatings are obtained.

Below is a video tutorial on how to make a do-it-yourself roller for decorative plaster.

For damp rooms, you can prepare decorative plaster from tile adhesive. It is bred according to the recipe on the package, applied to the surface with a thin layer, and then textures are drawn using templates or improvised items. Usually they imitate stone or brickwork, smooth the pattern, make it look natural with a brush dipped in water.

Good to know: For outdoor work, to decorate the basement or facade, a cement-sand mortar is used instead of glue.

A simple way to decorative outdoor plaster

It is even easier to do outdoor decorative plaster with your own hands, the usual one is kneaded here. Lime can be added to the solution for facade work only in regions with a dry climate, where the humidity does not exceed 65%. The larger the sandstone fraction, the more structured the surface will be.

Do-it-yourself decorative plaster is prepared in the proportion: 1 hour of portland cement (preferably white) not lower than M 400 to 3 hours of sand, dry components are mixed and mixed with water until the consistency of medium-density sour cream.

The secret of decorativeness in the method of applying the solution to the surface is spraying, it is better to do this with a pultilizer or with your own hands with a brush (brush) with long bristles. The result is a coating for a fur coat.

To create a drawing with your own hands, such as rain (bark beetle), knead the cement-sand mortar with your own hands in a ratio of 1: 3, add another part of the coarse-grained components - grains of marble, shells, onyx, shut with water until the consistency of thick sour cream so that the finished mixture does not drain off trowel.

For facades, the texture of a fur coat and a bark beetle is most often used, the relief is achieved by adding grain of a large fraction

Such decorative plaster is applied with your own hands to the surface with a float, with a layer thickness equal to the size of the filler grain. When the solution has grabbed, with the same grater dipped in water, rub the layer with your own hands vertically or diagonally, pressing the tool tightly to the surface, under pressure, the grain as if traces grooves in the smooth surface, forming a texture.

In conclusion, see how to make decorative plaster from putty, in the video do-it-yourself exterior decoration with a 3D effect.

This is a great way to save money on interior decoration. At the same time, the quality of work does not suffer. With the observance of technology and certain efforts, you can get an invoice that is not inferior to expensive frescoes. It is not difficult to prepare decorative plaster; it is enough to study the step-by-step instructions for this process.

Composition advantages

Putty plaster is a simple and profitable way to carry out repairs. The material has high ductility, so it is convenient to work with it... Due to the structure, a complex pattern can be obtained. Even a beginner is able to cope with the task. With such a coating, the interior will become more attractive and presentable. You can even make an apartment or house luxuriously finished.

With the help of putty, you can get a wide variety of texture

The composition of decorative plaster includes plasticizers and additives that increase adhesion (adhesion to the base). The consistency of the solution is similar to oil. It is easy to install on the wall and spread over the surface. Decorating walls with your own hands can be a pleasant pastime with such plaster.

The coating adheres well to all substrates. With proper preparation, you can use it for brick or foam concrete walls, apply it to drywall or cement screed. The plaster is not afraid of moisture, resistant to mechanical stress. In terms of durability, the material can compete with ceramic tiles and natural stone. Another undeniable advantage is UV resistance. The surface does not fade when exposed to direct sunlight.

Plaster based on putty does not absorb odors. It provides good sound insulation and thermal protection. Differs in ease of maintenance and unpretentiousness.

The environmental friendliness of the material allows you to use it for decorating a children's room

The material is completely safe for humans. It can even be used in a children's room. Do-it-yourself plasters do not contain toxic elements and do not emit harmful substances. The option can be confidently called one of the most environmentally friendly today.

Technology

It is important to note that the device of decorative plaster in this case provides for the finishing painting of the walls. The putty acts as a base for the paint and creates a beautiful texture. The use of this material as a finishing material is not provided.

Before making decorative plaster with your own hands, you will need to prepare the tools. The work will not take much time if you have in stock:

• several different spatulas;
• a trowel for grouting or a special float;
• trowel;
• as a rule, a plumb line and a building level to check the quality of the application.

For wall decoration, rollers, trowels, spatulas are used.

In general, the work is performed in the following order:

1. preparation of the foundation;
2. base layer;
3. textured coating;
4. topcoat.

Preparing walls for plastering

Before making the decorative plaster yourself, you need to thoroughly clean the base. First, they get rid of the finishing material: remove old paint, wallpaper, etc. At the next stage, the base is cleaned of various dirt, dust and grease, if any.

Careful surface preparation is required before finishing

A good coating can only be done on a flat wall.... Inspect the surface for cracks, gouges and protrusions. The latter are knocked down with a metal tool. The gaps can be filled with the same filler. If necessary, make full alignment over the entire area. The flatness check is performed using the rule and the building level.

Before applying the putty, the wall must be primed

The leveling layer is allowed to dry. After that, a primer is applied. It is needed so that the plaster adheres well to an even base.

Base layer

The first step is to prepare the solution. Instructions for diluting the dry premixed mixture with water can be found on the package. You should get a pasty consistency. At a time, you need to prepare as much mortar as you can apply to the wall before setting. Do not forget that building mixtures have a limited lifespan and quickly become unusable.

Now you can find ready-made putties, which contain modifiers that slow down the setting process. But conventional formulations do not possess such properties.

The base layer allows you to level the surface

The base coat allows you to "practice" the application. The aesthetic component is not so important here, since there will be two more layers on top. The thickness is taken depending on the evenness of the base and the planned texture. On average, this value is 20 mm.

Textured layer

When renovating your home, you can show your imagination. It is at this stage that a unique texture of the walls is created, which will delight the owners for many years.

To create a picture, use the following tools:

• roller;
• stencils;
• brushes, spatulas, trowels.

Easiest to apply with a roller

The easiest way for a beginner is to use a roller. At the same time, the texture turns out to be grainy... It is difficult to call such a drawing original, but with the correct selection of paint, you can get an interesting option. A roller is carried along the wall, after which a velor-like pattern remains on it. If some areas are too protruding or look messy, use a spatula. This tool is used to smooth out the selected fragments. The roller needs to be carried over the layer only once.

Using special stencils, you can apply a pattern to the wall

Another interesting and fairly simple way is ready-made stencils... They are sold in specialized stores. This option allows you to create a rather complex drawing with minimal labor costs. A convex pattern is provided on the outside of the stencil. The element is simply applied to the wall and lightly pressed into the putty. After that, a beautiful print is left on the surface. In order for it to be clear and accurate, the instrument must be frequently rinsed with clean water. This may take additional time. To draw on the corners, you need to purchase a special rubber stencil.

Using brushes and spatulas to create texture requires certain skills.

Using brushes and spatulas, you can create textures that imitate concrete, natural stone or fabrics... They also use non-standard tools. For example, with a certain imagination, even a bag and a sponge can become helpers. For a beginner, this option will require training. It is quite difficult to get an original, beautiful and accurate solution right away. But on the other hand, with this technology, the master is limited only by his own imagination.

Finish coating

Before this stage, the plaster must dry in a room with a normal microclimate and free of drafts. This usually takes 24 hours. After drying, the surface should be treated with fine sandpaper.

The next step is staining. The double dyeing method perfectly emphasizes the texture. Most often, two different shades of the same color are chosen. Monochrome coloring will look less interesting. The work is performed in the following order:

• a first layer of paint of a darker shade is applied with a roller with a long pile;
• allow the coating to dry;
• take a roller with a short nap and paint the surface in a lighter tone;
• after drying, cover the wall with colorless varnish, which will extend the life of the plaster.

The easiest way to paint is done with a roller.

Long pile is able to paint over the entire area, including recesses. The short-haired roller will no longer reach deep areas, so they will remain darker. The work can also be done with a brush or with a wash. But these options are more laborious. If there are no suitable rollers, you can buy them at your local hardware store.

For original and striking solutions, you can use two colors for painting... This method is used less often than the classic one (with different shades of the same color), but it also has a right to exist. Only when choosing is it worth considering how harmoniously the two selected colors are combined. This solution is best suited for a nursery. Unusual coloring will create a unique and vibrant interior.

Dry putty plaster is a simple and reliable way out for those who do their own repairs for the first time or do not have much experience. It will be many times more difficult to work with compositions, for example, on a cement basis, and the result will turn out to be almost the same. For this reason, do not be afraid to use materials for unusual purposes.

DIY decorative plaster from ordinary putty

How to make decorative plaster from putty yourself. Composition, how to cook and apply with your own hands - step by step instructions.

How to make decorative plaster with your own hands from ordinary putty

Renovation and, in particular, interior decoration is a great opportunity to embody your own original ideas and create a unique interior design in your home. Decorative plaster from ordinary putty is considered one of the most affordable and non-trivial ways to decorate surfaces. Thanks to this technology and your own design ideas, you can save yourself the extra costs of purchasing expensive decorative coatings.

Advantages of decorative plaster from putty

You can make decorative plaster from putty with your own hands. In addition to the low cost, there are several more advantages of this method of interior design:

1. On the surface to be decorated, you can get the original texture and graceful reliefs that will help create a unique design of the room.
2. The putty mixture has high adhesion to any surface, from drywall and brick to foam block.
3. The high plasticity of the material ensures easy application to the surface and convenience in the process of repair work.
4. Decorative putty will last a long time without losing its aesthetic and practical characteristics.
5. The putty does not absorb odors and provides an additional sound and heat insulation function.
6. There are no harmful toxic substances in the composition of putty mixtures, due to which this material is considered the most environmentally friendly and safe.
7. The modern market offers many options for the embodiment of stylistic solutions. Some brands of compounds allow you to add paint to them; dried putty can also be painted in the desired shade.

In order to make decorative plaster with your own hands, you need to study the basic rules that will greatly facilitate the task and help you create unique interiors on your own, even with a minimal budget.

Features of decorative putty

Putty for decorative finishing is a wide field for the embodiment of bold design ideas. Thanks to this, you can create a variety of stylistic solutions with your own hands:

• randomly applied colored spots and stains on a flat wall;
• images on a smooth plane;
• wall with an arbitrary relief texture.

There are many options for decorative finishing with putty, you just need to show a little imagination

The creation of masterpieces of decorative finishes from a simple putty must begin with the preparation of tools: spatulas of different sizes, construction float, sandpaper, trowel for surface structuring, level, sponges, brushes, rollers and other accessories, depending on the type of structure being created.

The whole process of making decorative plaster includes the following steps:

• work planning and surface preparation;
• applying a starting layer;
• creation of a conceived texture;
• finishing finish.

Preparatory work

When doing decorative finishing with your own hands, you need to pay special attention to preparing the walls for puttying. All areas of the surface, including hard-to-reach places, must be thoroughly cleaned of old putty, wallpaper and paint. After that, you should carefully check the wall for potholes, cracks and cracks - all detected defects are filled with a putty mixture. At the end of the preparatory measures, it is necessary to prime the surface, then let the wall dry and proceed to the next stage.

It is necessary to pay special attention to the preparation of the surface for putty

Basic putty

In order to carry out a decorative finish, you can purchase a ready-made mixture of putty or dry powder for dilution in water, and make a putty solution with your own hands. The most affordable and popular options for decorating putty are gypsum and cement mixtures - they are highly durable and allow you to eliminate noticeable level differences.

Advice! To add decorative properties to lime, gypsum or cement putty, you can add sand, stone chips, particles of minerals and other materials. For the polymer mixture, synthetic fillers are suitable, which can create a wood texture, leather or silk effect on the wall surface.

The base layer must be applied in a thin layer not exceeding 2 mm; it is pointless to strive to create a perfectly smooth surface in this case, since all irregularities will be corrected in the process of creating a texture or pattern.

Before textured finishing, the walls should be leveled with a layer of putty material

Creating a textured surface

When creating decorative plaster from putty with your own hands, you need to show imagination and creativity. A textured surface can be created using rollers, stencils, brushes, notched trowels and trowels. Also, for texturing in work, you can use ordinary crumpled paper, polyethylene, sponges and stamps.

Decorative plaster is applied to the surface with a layer of 3-5 mm, after which texturing is performed with improvised means. To create an embossed pattern, spread the putty in chaotic movements using a small soft spatula.

Creating a texture on the wall using ordinary putty

Important! If the layer of decorative putty is thicker than 5 mm, it is likely that over time the decor will crack and lose its original appearance.

Using a roller is the easiest and most popular way to create a textured finish with your own hands. With its help, you can create the effect of fluffy velor, after which it is necessary to carefully process the surface and eliminate the emerging irregularities with a spatula.

Stencils have a convex pattern on the working side, and in order to make a beautiful pattern, it is necessary to press it onto a soft putty over the entire surface of the wall. To make the print more clear, it is necessary to rinse the stencil with water each time.

Using a stencil roller, you can easily create spectacular patterns on the putty surface

When the wall relief is ready, you need to give it a finished look - apply paint and, if necessary, varnish. Double staining will emphasize the texture of the surface, for this the first layer is applied with a roller with a long pile, and after it dries, the surface is painted again with a short-nap roller.

Stylistic solutions for wall decoration

To create a decorative finish with your own hands, you can use the following technologies:

1. Scales. The texture is created with a spatula, with which it is necessary to make vertical strokes on the putty layer. After creating the structure and drying the material, the wall is painted over with paint.
2. Rain. Beforehand, marking lines are applied to the wall, on top of which strips of masking tape are glued. The effect of dripping raindrops is created on a wet putty using a trowel, which must be pressed against the wall and peeled off.
3. Rock. A small section of the wall, starting from the upper corner, is covered with a layer of putty about 3 mm. A metal float should be carried over the entire surface of the treated area, with one side of the tool slightly raised. This technique provides an interesting texture that resembles lines on stone surfaces.

DIY decorative plaster from ordinary putty

It is not necessary to be a professional to make decorative plaster from ordinary putty with your own hands. You just need a little imagination and patience. Video

DIY textured plaster: how to make decorative plaster from putty

When starting a renovation, many are thinking about what material to use for wall decoration. The classic wallpaper in the form of wallpaper has already set the teeth on edge, painting requires large-scale rough work, paneling eats up the usable area. Perhaps you should pay attention to this type of finish, such as decorative plaster. A variety of textures and methods of application allow you to create a unique interior that will not only please the eye, but also provide a favorable climate in the apartment. This finishing material can be bought ready-made, but its cost is quite high, therefore, recently, decorative plaster from ordinary putty has been gaining popularity among designers.

Types of decorative plaster based on putty

Using putty, you can get the following types of decorative plaster with your own hands:

• Textured. For this type, it will be enough to use a putty in its pure form or with minimal additives to increase plasticity (for example, PVA). A surface with such a coating can imitate natural stone, fabric, wood, have a wide variety of textures, which will depend on the tool used.
• Structural. In this case, various fillers are added to the putty: marble chips or flour, small pebbles, shell rock, sand, etc. With this plaster, you can hide minor wall errors. A unique pattern is obtained due to the grooves formed by the movement of small particles during the movement of the trowel.

• Venetian. Both real and "fake" Venetian plaster is very difficult to apply. When finished, the surface resembles marble or onyx. However, if you want to try to do it yourself, using a real "Venetian" made of lime with marble chips is risky - the material is expensive and capricious. The option with putty in this case will come in handy.

Materials for work

To create textured or Venetian decorative plaster, the following compounds are required:

• Putty. Polymer (acrylic, silicone) compounds have good plasticity and are easy to apply, but their cost will also be higher than that of a conventional gypsum putty.
• Dye. The number of shades is selected depending on the planned result. Textured plaster assumes the use of 1-2 colors, Venetian - 3 colors.

Important! One of the colors is chosen as the main one, the rest are complementary. Before buying, it is better to study the palette of shade compatibility.

• Primer. A deep penetrating acrylic compound is suitable.
• Decorative plaster wax or acrylic varnish.
• Glitter (shine) depending on the desired effect.
• Pearl enamel (gold, silver).

The material is purchased depending on the type of decor that you would like to receive.

Features of preparation

Plaster, according to its main purpose, serves to level the walls, but it is impossible to finish and rough at the same time. Therefore, you will need to prepare the foundation:

Textured and Venetian plaster from putty when doing work with your own hands is applied in several layers.

Important! It is worth remembering that the putty dries quickly, so the application of texture, decor is done in squares of 1-1.5 square meters. m.

Textured plaster

The technology for applying this finish with your own hands has a peculiarity: the more embossed the pattern, the thicker the layer of putty will have to be applied.

The tool used is varied:

• spatulas (metal, rubber, comb, plastic);
• textured, foam or fur roller;
• film;
• various brushes;
• natural material (leaves, stones, shells);
• templates.

The finishing putty dries quickly. Therefore, you can prepare a solution by mixing it with a 50/50 starter mixture.

The process of working with decorative plaster from putty:

A layer of putty 3 mm thick is applied to the prepared surface in small squares (it may vary depending on the required texture depth). Next, the texture is applied in one of the following ways:

• With a spatula. The tool makes uniform strokes from top to bottom or bottom to top. The surface relief will resemble large scales. If you have added a hard filler (pebbles, stone chips) to the putty, you can achieve the "bark beetle" effect. The pattern is created in circular chaotic movements on a slightly dried surface, paths will form behind the spatula.

• Using film. It can be carefully glued to a damp surface and removed when dry. Another texture can be obtained by applying a crumpled piece of film to the wall covered with putty.

• With a brush. By swiping along and across, you can achieve the effect of burlap.
• Roller. You can use a ready-made textured tool by selecting the desired pattern. And the use of a regular roller with a wound rope will give an interesting herbal pattern.

• Using leaves, stones. Natural materials are pressed into the putty, after drying, they are carefully removed. For this method, the base is prepared with a tinted putty, the decorative layer is applied in the same color.

After the entire surface has been processed and dried, light sanding should be performed to remove strongly protruding scars. Prime and then paint.

1. First, a layer of paint of the same color is applied with pressure, the indentations of the texture are painted over. Time is given to dry.
2. The second layer is applied with light movements without pressure, so that the paint does not get into the recesses of the drawing. In the case of natural materials, you can use one color, and the emphasis on the drawing can be made at the stage of applying wax or varnish by adding gold or silver enamel. It is applied with a spatula, the collected excess should be distributed over the main drawing.
3. After the paint has dried completely, the walls are covered with wax or acrylic varnish. For more effect, you can add glitter.

To hide the transitions between adjacent squares, the kneading is applied to the next section with an overlap, stepping 30-50 mm over the already worked surface, and the drawing is performed with the capture of the finished area.

Venetian plaster

This is one of the most difficult ways to apply decor. Consider the simplest option available to do it yourself.

• putty;
• 3 colors;
• spatulas - cap and wide;
• decorative plaster wax;
• glitter (optional).

• Putty of each color is mixed in different containers.
• The main color is applied to a wide spatula, and the other two are applied to it.
• The putty is mixed in two movements with a spatula and spread over a wide area.
• The composition is applied to the walls in circular chaotic movements with a layer 1–1.5 mm thick. The result is a spectacular pattern reminiscent of marble.

Important! Be very attentive to the selection of colors for Venetian plaster. They must be harmoniously combined with each other.

• If visible scars are obtained, the surface should be carefully sanded and primed.
• The wall is covered with a protective layer of acrylic varnish or wax. You can add glitter.

Doing it yourself with decorative plaster is possible at a high level, and the costs will be much lower than purchasing a ready-made solution. The main thing is to choose the right color palette and show your imagination when applying.

DIY decorative plaster from ordinary putty

Do-it-yourself decorative plaster from ordinary putty: chic finish at a low price. Methods for applying textured plaster.

DIY decorative plaster from putty

In order to create an original wall design in a room, it is not necessary to use decorative plaster. You can make side surfaces with an interesting texture from ordinary putty. A creative approach to design allows you to save money on the purchase of expensive materials and express your individuality. Familiarization with the sequence of work and finishing methods will help you choose the best option for creating an original interior with your own hands.

Preparatory stage

A carefully prepared wall surface helps to extend the life of decorative plaster made from ordinary putty. The alignment of the walls does not have to be brought to an ideal state, the textured finish skillfully masks minor flaws. To eliminate significant differences, plaster putty or sand-cement mixture is used. Gypsum solutions are classified as more modern materials, it is easier to work with them.

The whole procedure for preparing a surface for applying decorative plaster with your own hands, the basis for which is putty, consists of the following stages:

• First, the wall is cleaned of dust and various dirt, old finishing layers in the form of wallpaper, paint or plaster are removed.
• If there is a tendency to cracking, it is necessary to reinforce the wall with a plaster mesh. A reliable surface is immediately coated with a deep penetration primer.
• To improve the quality of the further layer of decorative plaster, a pre-applied starting layer of putty allows. There is no need to treat the wall with finishing solution.
• The drying time of the mortar depends on its composition and the surrounding climate. You can proceed to the formation of decorative plaster after a certain period, which lasts from 4 hours to 2 days.
• Before applying decorative plaster with your own hands, the walls again need to be primed on the surface of the starting putty. These measures improve the adhesion of the contacting layers.

Before you start creating your own masterpiece, you should choose the processing method you like, prepare the tools, calculate the need for materials and purchase them in the required quantity.

Methods of decorative wall decoration

Upon completion of the preparatory procedures, they begin to form a mixture for decorative plaster with their own hands. An ordinary putty and grout for joints are poured into a container in a 1: 1 ratio, cold water is poured gradually until a thick solution is obtained.

There are several ways to form a texture pattern:

• with a roller;
• using a notched trowel;
• using ready-made stencils;
• with a brush, trowel or other improvised devices.

Formation of "Fish Scale"

Decorating the whole room with a decorative finish that imitates fish scales is not common. It is much better to focus on a section of the wall using ordinary putty for this purpose. The thickness of the layer and the meticulousness of the artist determine the final result of the original wall covering. The procedure for working on homemade decorative plaster is as follows:

• A putty 3-5 mm thick is applied to the surface of the wall, if you want to make a more embossed image with your own hands, the layer can be increased.
• A spatula 8-10 cm wide, starting from the corner of the area to be decorated, a pattern is systematically applied. For this, recesses are formed with the tool, forming a checkerboard pattern along the diagonal. If the required lines are incorrectly applied to the decorative plaster, the oversight is easily corrected: the putty is gently smoothed out, and the furrow is re-created.
• After full drying, the wall surface is painted. Golden shades will help to emphasize the original relief of decorative plaster.

If you want to add variety to the facade of the building, imitation of fish scales can be done using semicircular movements with a half-scraper, as shown in the photo below:

Familiar "fur coat" in a new way

The well-known relief of decorative plaster called "fur coat" can now be made using a new method. To form a textured surface with your own hands, you will need very little: an ordinary putty, a wide spatula, an impressive piece of plastic wrap or a trowel. Initially, it is necessary to apply a layer of putty with a thickness of 2-4 mm to the surface to be decorated and evenly spread over it with a spatula. In the final version, the decorative plaster will be voluminous, so it makes no sense to strive for perfect smoothness.

You can get a relief structure in three ways:

• In the first case, the trowel is gently pressed into the putty and released. Thus, a rough surface is formed, reminiscent of decorative plaster. In conclusion, an overly voluminous relief can be smoothed out with a circular motion of the tool.
• Instead of a trowel, you can make a lump from a piece of plastic film with dimensions of 30x30 cm, which is applied to the freshly applied putty. The mortar will reach behind the polyethylene, creating fancy spikes and successfully imitating the use of decorative plaster.
• If you want to have a less voluminous relief on the wall, the surface treated with a conventional putty is completely covered with polyethylene, tracking even contact. A day later, the film is removed and a moderately structured surface is observed, which is difficult to distinguish from a wall treated with decorative plaster.

The correct consistency of the putty solution is the key to a high-quality coating for decorative plaster. It should adhere firmly to the wall and reach well for the film. Therefore, it is best to do the experiment in a small, separate area first. It is worth noting that this method of applying putty is not acceptable for children's rooms, because the child's outdoor games can provoke scratches on the delicate skin.

Other methods

There are many more ways how to turn a layer of ordinary putty into an original surface with decorative plaster. Here are a few of them:

Various reliefs help to create rollers with special attachments. By processing a freshly applied layer of putty with them, an interesting texture is formed on the wall. A few examples are shown in the photo below:

Even an ordinary fluffy roller, passed once along the wall with putty, will create a non-uniform texture. If you want to reduce its volume, it is enough to gently walk over the surface with a spatula.

Carrying out a semicircular motion with a hard bristle brush, you can make an exclusive drawing, as in the following photo:

For a kind of "rose" pattern, you will need to prepare a special tool with your own hands. A ball crumpled from newspaper is wrapped in thin plastic so as not to get wet. By applying a simple device to the newly applied layer of putty, a pattern resembling flowers is obtained.

Finishing

To give the layer of putty a complete look and achieve the final resemblance to real decorative plaster, the surface is painted.

To begin with, paint the entire surface in a single color with a roller with a long pile. After the starting layer has dried, they proceed to the final stage of transforming the putty into decorative plaster. Using a roller with a short nap, the protruding details of the relief are painted in a darker or lighter shade. After 30-40 minutes, you can add glaze, which is prepared from wallpaper glue and panel varnish. It is applied to decorative plaster with a sponge using the tampon method. In conclusion, the entire surface with the applied putty is covered with acrylic varnish.

DIY decorative plaster from ordinary putty

Do-it-yourself decorative plaster from putty In order to create an original wall design in a room, it is not necessary to use decorative plaster. Make side surfaces with

If the question arose about the decoration of the walls, it is safe to say: the renovation is close to completion. But it is too early to relax, because this is one of the most crucial stages, especially if the finishing will be done by hand. And here the question is not so much in the technical side as in the aesthetic one! Wall decor options are endless, and everyone strives to be original in this matter, trying to embody their own ideas. Fortunately, today there is a wide range of materials that allow you to realize the most daring ideas.

Do-it-yourself decorative plaster from ordinary putty can give the walls the most original look.

Plaster and putty as finishing materials

In general, plaster is a coarse coarse-grained material intended for primary wall cladding, but decorative plaster has practically nothing to do with this and may well be prepared from ordinary putty. Putty, in turn, is just the material that is used to level walls and hide minor defects. In this case, there are two types of putty:

Home - removes cracks, scratches and other small surface defects.

Finishing - allows you to make the surfaces absolutely smooth. Prepares walls for painting, wallpapering, etc.

Decorative plaster is often created with a finishing putty. Such a coating looks very impressive and allows you not to resort to expensive specialist services in order to get rid of various defects. The decorative coating will perfectly mask all the roughness.

Preparation for decorating

So, if you combine patience, diligence and your imagination, then the decorative plaster made from ordinary putty with your own hands will turn the walls into a work of design art.

Before getting started, you need to make sure everything is prepared. Namely:

Materials for the preparation of decorative plaster;

Tools required to perform the work;

The surface of the walls is prepared (leveled);

Paint, if you wish, to give your creation a color.

Tools and textured rollers can be purchased in specialized stores, or you can use improvised tools, remove the old coating of an existing roller and glue it with foam rubber with large pores, or make holes in regular foam rubber in a chaotic manner. An interesting result can be achieved using a regular sponge, brush, polyethylene, but first things first.

Before starting finishing work, it is worth deciding not only what you want to do, but also how to do it. Decorative plaster from putty has recently been often used to implement the most daring ideas, but without certain skills it will be difficult. But if the difficulties do not frighten, you can safely get down to business.

Mark the leveled and cleaned surface, and paste over the boundaries of the plots with masking tape. Wall decoration occurs gradually, section by section.

Preparing the mixture:

Putty, dry mix;

Grout for joints;

Ground (white).

We mix the putty and the primer so that the composition is the consistency of sour cream. If desired, you can add paint of the desired shade to this mixture. In order not to be mistaken with the density, you can first apply the composition to a small piece of drywall. If the mixture does not spread and is not very stiff, it can be assumed that the decorative plaster made from ordinary putty, made by hand, is ready for application. As you can see, there is nothing complicated.

There is also a recipe that can be used to prepare decorative plaster from gypsum plaster:

6 kg of gypsum mixture (dry);

2 liters of water;

0.2 l PVA glue.

Pour the plaster mixture into water and mix using a construction mixer until smooth, then add glue and mix again. The mixture should be smooth and thick. To slightly change the consistency, if necessary, you can either dilute the mixture with water or add dry plaster.

Important! It is necessary to use a composition of gypsum putty within 20-30 minutes. Therefore, it is worth considering your capabilities and how much solution you need to prepare at a time.

How to make decorative plaster from ordinary putty

Unfortunately, complex textures and patterns on their own, without proper preparation, cannot be created, but everyone can reproduce simple reliefs, moreover, they look no less impressive and original. Decorative plaster will help with this. With your own hands, a solution is usually prepared from a putty and applied to a section of the wall with a layer of no more than 10 mm. Then the mixture needs to be given a little time for it to set and start applying patterns.

Venetian decorative plaster

From ordinary putty, they prepare a solution with their own hands that can imitate valuable breeds of natural stones. And the walls, decorated with "Venetian", will look unforgettably beautiful, in the spirit of the Middle Ages.

Classic Venetian plaster is a mixture of natural stone sand (quartz, marble, malachite) and hydrated lime with the addition of dyes.

You can take a ready-made dry mixture and add it to a container of water in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. Stir the mixture thoroughly using a construction mixer. The solution should have the consistency of sour cream.

The application process is shown in the photo below.

Venetian plaster can only be used on perfectly flat, dry and clean surfaces.

Putty is taken in small portions, strokes are made with a spatula. Strokes can be made sweeping and small, you can imitate any material or create a repeating pattern. Having finished the first layer, they let him dry thoroughly, then they take the next one. The first layer is made continuous, the subsequent finishing ones are applied with a flexible spatula. The layers are lightly rubbed to avoid unevenness.

The next stage in creating a decor is polishing. The main thing here is not to overdo it and smooth out only sharp protrusions so as not to damage the structure. Use a coarse skin or mesh for this.

Then the surface can be painted. This is a crucial stage in the creation of the Venetian wall dress. Paint is applied in layers, and subsequent layers should differ in saturation from the first. The paint is applied quickly to small areas. You should try to remove some of the color from the convex areas.

Completing it can be covering the walls with acrylic varnish or adding a gilding effect. But you can leave everything as it is, it's a matter of taste.

The creation of Venetian plaster is not easy and has many nuances, but with due diligence, everyone can control it.

Patterns, embossing, roller textures

To create beautiful patterns, embossing, textures, decorative plaster from ordinary putty is also used. The surface of the applied plaster is treated with a roller covered with large-pored foam rubber or steel mesh. What does it have to do with imagination: use different rollers, combine directions of movement, use textured rollers. You can make a textured roller yourself using:

A clothesline or cord to be wound around the roller. Whether it will be an even winding or with a lot of overlaps, it is up to the designer to decide.

Vegetable mesh or plastic bag. They need to be wound around the roller cylinder, leaving folds. Using such a tool, you can get a pattern that does not have a single repeating fragment.

A piece of foam rubber on which you can cut your own exclusive pattern.

Consider textured surfaces created in other ways.

Decor spatula

The creation of textured surfaces is a creative question. Using a curly or ordinary spatula and applying the mortar with wide or small strokes, wavy or arched movements, in a straight or chaotic manner, you can create a unique pattern on the walls.

Trowel decor

You can also achieve an interesting pattern with a trowel. The first layer is applied, and then the solution is gradually distributed over the trowel and transferred to the base. The movement of the trowel will create an unusual surface.

Another pattern, using a trowel, can be obtained by simply applying it in different places and pressing a little. The randomness of these movements will provide a non-repeating pattern of the walls.

Bark beetle

Using a wooden or plastic tool, you can recreate a common type of finish yourself, which is called a bark beetle and resembles wood eaten by insects.

To do this, you need to apply the composition to the surface of the wall and give it some time to grab. Then they take the tool and perform horizontal, vertical or circular movements.

Sponge and washcloth patterns

Decorative plaster will decorate the walls in the most original way. You can create a grainy texture with your own hands from ordinary putty and sponge. To do this, you just need to walk with a sponge over the entire surface, lightly pressing it against the wall.

Hatching

You can decorate the walls with a metal comb, "combing" the freshly applied plaster in different directions. You can get interesting "braided" patterns. The directions of movement can be wavy, and circular, and semicircular, and crosswise. The putty is allowed to dry and cleaned with a rag to get rid of small particles not associated with the surface. Decorative plaster applied in this way, made with your own hands from ordinary putty, allows you to get patterns that are unlike any others.

Snowball

The technique of execution is very similar to the creation of Venetian plaster. But at the same time, contrasting colors are used. The darker one is put in the first layer. And splashes are made in light tones. To simulate snowfall, the top layers are best done white.

Silk

Another easy way to create a decorative surface. Using plastic wrap, you can create a pattern that resembles compressed silk. So:

First, apply the putty to the surface in an even layer about 2 mm thick.

Immediately after application, a polyethylene film is applied to the putty area (this "canvas" does not need to be smoothed, the more folds are formed, the more interesting the texture will be).

Having covered about a third of the surface, they begin to tighten the folds, slightly twisting, so new patterns will form on the putty (repeat the action until the entire wall is covered).

Remove the film after 12-15 hours. After that, allow the walls to dry out for a while.

After complete drying, the surface is lightly smoothed, removing the break off parts and smoothing out strongly protruding areas.

The next stage of work is painting the surface. Paint is applied with a roller or sponge. Part of the color is removed with a damp, clean sponge. To remove copious accumulations of paint in the corners, rub them with a spatula wrapped in a clean cloth. The finished surface is allowed to dry. Then pearlescent paint is applied to enhance the "silk" effect.

Pattern and texture ideas

Having good imagination and certain skills, you can create the most original patterns, decorative plaster from ordinary putty, which is very beneficial in terms of creating new textures. Photos, videos, instructions will help you cope with any difficulties. The main ways to create original textures are given in the article, but there are many variations.

Conclusion

It is safe to say that with patience and good imagination, you can decorate the walls yourself, minimizing material costs for repairs. On the surface of the walls, you can create and implement any ideas you want. If there is an artist's talent, then the decorative plaster used, created with your own hands from putty, will even allow you to reproduce paintings. Of course, to implement the most ambitious ideas, it is better to turn to professional finishers. But if, nevertheless, a decision is made to decorate the surfaces on their own, and there is no special experience in this matter, it is worth practicing on a small piece of drywall and then boldly taking on the main decor.

When the construction of the house comes to an end, it is the turn of the finishing work. This is one of the most important and, at the same time, interesting stages, on which the final result of the entire construction depends.

Today, there are hundreds of ways to decorate walls and one of the most beautiful options, by right, can be called decorative plaster, which has a wide range of colors, affordable price and practicality. Decorative plaster allows you to create an original unique style and embody any design ideas.

Plastered house facade

If you properly prepare decorative plaster and adapt it correctly, you can create magnificent decor on the walls, which is no different in appearance from a fresco.

Plastered house

But many reject this building material as a decorative finish, considering it very difficult and time consuming. In fact, this is not at all the case. In this article we will tell you about the advantages, features of this material and dwell on the process of making decorative plaster from ordinary putty with our own hands.

What is decorative plaster and where is it used?

Features of facade plaster

Due to the fact that the material includes modern plasticizers, the plaster is plastic, which allows even a beginner to work with it. It is versatile, it can be applied to almost any surface (foam concrete, drywall, brick).

Thanks to the correct application, textured plaster allows you to give the building an expensive and presentable look. Therefore, it is a pleasure to work and create designer masterpieces on the wall using ordinary putty.

Plastering is not difficult

What is the difference between plaster and putty?

Before we move on to the process of creating decorative plaster from ordinary putty, let's understand these two concepts. In general, it is customary to call plaster a building mixture, which is intended for leveling walls. It is also customary to call a putty a building mixture for leveling walls, but, unlike ordinary plaster, we are talking about small errors.

What is the difference between putty and plaster

What is the difference?

1. Grinding... If we carefully study the composition of both building materials, we will see that much smaller fractions are used in the putty, this allows you to create a thin coating.
2. Price... The difference will be in the price of these two materials, which is due to the lower consumption of putty in comparison with plaster. Large filler is much cheaper for manufacturers.
3. Strength. Plaster will be much stronger than putty. That is why it is often used to decorate external walls. If we recall the composition of concrete, then we know that to give strength, crushed stone is added to the composition. So it is here. The larger the fraction of the substances included in the mixture, the stronger and more durable the material itself will be.
4. Composition. Plaster is mainly produced from a cement-sand mixture with various additives. It can be clay-lime, clay-cement, gypsum and less often clay-cement composition. For the production of putty, manufacturers use cement with sand, to which various plasticizers are added.

Starter plaster with coarse dispersion

Facade filler

In order to understand the scope and operational properties of various types of plaster and putty, let's take a closer look at the composition and types of these two materials.

Types of plaster for facade work

Today, there are several types of plaster on the market, which differ in composition and bonding.

Mineral	The composition includes a mixture of quartz chips, marble, lime hydrant, light mineral aggregates, plasticizers and Portland cement. The advantages of this material are high strength, moisture resistance, long service life and low price. To decorate the material, pigments or marble chips are often added to the mixture, which allows you to play with the design of the walls.
Acrylic	In addition to coarse sand and cement, acrylic resin is added to the composition, which gives elasticity and high strength. It is quite easy to work with such plaster, it lends itself to leveling, has good water-repellent properties. But there is also a serious drawback. Plaster has a high degree of flammability, therefore it is not recommended to use it near mineral wool insulation.
Silicone	The main link here is natural silicone, which imparts extraordinary plasticity to the material. Despite the rather high price, silicone plaster has a number of unique qualities (insensitivity to UV rays, plasticity, strength, high adhesion, resistance to mechanical damage and a wide variety of colors). Another plus is the speed of work. The composition contains antiseptic substances, therefore, preliminary priming of the walls before application is not required. The only drawback of this mixture, perhaps, can be called the complexity of the finish. That is, the walls before application should already be sufficiently well prepared, since the silicone plaster is applied in one layer.
Silicate	The main link here is liquid glass, which imparts excellent astringent properties. Silicate plaster is characterized by a high rate of fire resistance, so it can be used on almost any surface. It is one of the most durable finishing materials with a service life of over 50 years.
Cement-sand	One of the most common types, which differs from plaster only in grain size.
Oil	It can be attributed to very exotic options for building material, which is not often found on sale. The manufacturer uses varnish oil as the basis for the thickener. It is highly resistant to moisture and is excellent for treating walls before painting.
Epoxy	Epoxy resin is used as a base, which makes this building material very versatile in use. It can be applied to concrete, metal, plastic, drywall, wood. Differs in a very high degree of strength and resistance to external factors.
Latex	Latex is great for both external wall treatment and for indoor use. The base is ordinary latex, which gives the material high elasticity. With such a composition, it is easy to seal all cracks, potholes on the plane. The plaster sets quickly, dries and does not crack.

Benefits of textured plaster

If you decide to choose an ordinary putty as a facade finish to create an intricate decor, then you will have to work hard and practice in applying the finish to get a really high-quality finish. But the result is worth it.

Decorative plaster is, first of all, a play of textures. And already the second part is played by the color scheme. It is important to understand, when starting work, that it is due to the texture, relief that you will achieve a complex texture on the wall.

Facade stone plaster

Textured plaster has the following qualities:

• easy to apply;
• it is highly resistant to moisture and UV rays;
• can be applied to any surface (foam concrete, brick, etc.);
• allows you to give the wall an original style;
• does not require perfect alignment before application;
• there is an opportunity to choose any color scheme;
• goes well with other finishing materials;
• has a long service life;
• environmentally friendly material;
• increases the heat-insulating and sound-insulating properties of the room;
• you can create a complex texture.

The possibilities of decorative plaster are not limited only to the creation of an original texture. You can create intricate patterns and pictures with decorative plaster.

Decorative plaster at home

It is best to use silicone putty mixtures as a base. They are more elastic, allow you to achieve a perfect texture and the required relief, and also have a high resistance to mechanical damage. Despite the intricacy of the texture, this material is quite easy to care for. Dust and dirt can be easily removed with conventional detergents.

Varieties of plaster textures for facade decoration

There are two types of decorative plaster for facade work:

• structural plaster it is applied in several layers and is made on a silicate or acrylic base. To give structure, manufacturers use marble chips or granular quartz elements. It has excellent adhesion;

  Structural plaster

• textured plaster it has a coarsely dispersed structure, which makes it possible to create intricate patterns and reliefs on the surface. It hides all roughness, irregularities and before applying it does not require particularly careful preparation of the walls. Depending on the pigment, composition and structure, textured plaster can perfectly imitate natural stone, marble, wood.

  Textured plaster

According to the invoice, the following options are classified:

• bark beetle... Stone grains of a certain size are added to the finished mixture, which determines the intensity of the pattern on the wall. The relief of the decoration resembles the structure of a tree eaten away by a carpenter beetle;

  Plaster bark beetle

• lamb gives a bumpy structure, reminiscent of the pattern of sheep's wool;

  Lamb plaster

• a fur coat is one of the most common finishing textures and depends more on the application technique than on the texture of the mixture;

  Plaster fur coat

• pebble. The composition of such a plaster includes large stone grains of the same fraction. In relief, such a pattern resembles a rump;

  Pebble plaster

• mosaic texture can only be performed using acrylic and silicone composition. After applying the plaster, a transparent layer with laid out stone chips forms on the wall.

  Mosaic plaster

Tools for making decorative plaster

Before you start cooking, stock up on handy tools. This will simplify the work and allow you to quickly prepare the desired consistency.

Plastering tools

You will need:

• capacious container for ready mix (bucket, plastic container);
• electric drill or low-speed construction mixer;
• trowel for leveling the surface of the plaster layer;

  Spongy plaster float

• trowel;
• sandpaper;
• 2-3 spatulas of different sizes;
• building level;
• plumb line;
• a trowel that will help smooth and structure the surface of the material;

  Stainless steel trowel

• several brushes of different sizes for painting dried plaster (the number of brushes depends on the color scheme);
• a sponge with which you will create various effects on the plane.

  Plaster sponges

Technology of the process of working with decorative plaster

1. Preparatory work for leveling the walls.
2. Preparation of decorative plaster from putty.
3. Creation of a base layer of plaster.
4. Work on creating a textured coating.
5. Finish coating.

Stage 1. Preparatory work before applying decorative plaster

Step 1. We carry out preparatory work on the surface. We clean off all paint, varnish and other debris. Wash the wall thoroughly.

Cleaning a brick facade

Step 2. We prime the surface. This will allow to close up all cracks, level the walls as much as possible and stop the absorption of the putty by the wall surface, since the primer has excellent waterproofing properties.

Facade primer will extend the life of walls and exterior finishes

Facade primer

Step 3. We apply an antiseptic and anti-corrosion protective layer. If decorative plaster is applied to a surface where there are metal nails, screws, pipes, then it is necessary to first apply a protective layer to all these parts. Otherwise, in the future, a rusty stain may appear through the plaster. An antiseptic will protect the surface from the formation of fungus, mold and other microorganisms.

Step 4. Let the primer and protective layer dry well for at least 12-14 hours. It is very important to wait for this period of time, otherwise, after a short period of time, the plaster will lag behind the surface. If, after the first priming, a layer lag is visible or there is a suspicion of surface flowability, then it is recommended to carry out priming in several layers, each time waiting for complete drying. The average period of polymerization and drying of the mixture is 15 hours, but before starting work, be sure to read the instructions on the package, since, depending on the chemical components, the period can be significantly increased.

Video - Application of Ceresit CT 16 primer

Video - The process of applying a primer to the walls

Important! All finishing works must be carried out at a temperature not lower than + 5 ° C. Otherwise, the quality of the result and the operational properties of the facade finish will be low.

Step 5. Determine the level of alignment by the building level. Keep in mind that the control of the evenness of the walls should be carried out in several positions: horizontally, vertically and diagonally.

Now that the walls can be finished, we are preparing decorative plaster.

Stage 2. Cooking decorative plaster: step by step instructions

Textured plaster can be prepared from almost any ordinary putty.

In order to decorate the walls with textured putty, it is necessary to prepare the following materials:

• putty (ordinary from any manufacturer);
• white acrylic primer;
• water (cold);
• acrylic lacquer;
• paint of the required color;
• glaze for the finishing coat.

Step 1. We take a deep vessel (bucket) and mix in equal proportions the usual putty, water and mortar for sealing the joints. You can first mix only the bulk ingredients, and then slowly add cold water. This will speed up the mixing process and avoid clumping.

Filling dry components

Step 2. Mix the mixture thoroughly with a construction mixer or an electric drill with a whisk attachment.

Kneading process

Step 3. If the final version assumes a certain color, then after thorough mixing, add the pigment to the finished consistency.

Step 4. Checking the texture of the finished material. If you feel that the consistency is too thick and does not allow you to work and create the necessary patterns on the surface, then you can add a little water, but do not overdo it, otherwise the material will roll or drain over the surface for a long time.

The consistency of the solution should be like mashed potatoes

Advice! Prepare just as much of the mixture as you need it soon. The solution will thicken quickly enough and it will be difficult to work with it.

Stage 3. Creating a base layer

We take a small amount of the prepared mixture with a spatula and apply a thin layer to the wall surface. The layer thickness should not exceed 2-3 mm. Use a special facade trowel for work and start stretching from the lower right corner.

Base coat application

Wait for a technological pause (10-30 minutes) before proceeding with the relief. The drying time of the base depends on the technical characteristics of the working mixture.

Stage 4. Work on creating a textured coating

Step 1. Make a wall markup... This is an important point if, say, you are planning to translate a design masterpiece into an idea and do not want to limit yourself to the usual application of textured putty. We mark the area of ​​work with masking tape, and the solution can go onto the paper. After completing the work, this tape will need to be carefully removed.

Step 2. We take a spatula, collect again a small amount of putty and apply the mixture to the wall... It can be applied in several movements, depending on the design intent: scarring, circular movements, horizontal or vertical strokes. If you want to create chaotic strokes on the wall, without a specific pattern or relief, then you can alternate the technique. If your idea implies a certain pattern, then choose movements in one direction.

Decorative plastering

After each application of the mixture to the wall, thoroughly clean the spatula or trowel before taking a new portion of the solution. The remains of the mixture must never be put back into the bucket with plaster.

Important! Practice applying the relief to the drywall sheet first. This will give you the opportunity to "feel" the material and create exactly the drawing that you have in mind.

A spatula with a notched edge can create a specific pattern, and a special roller with a ready-made pattern can be used to transfer beautiful patterns to the wall. The structure and relief of the wall can be adjusted in the process. If the strokes are too harsh and thick, grab the trowel and lightly touch the wall and walk over the surface.

Style "bark beetle" performed by translational continuous movements performed in a horizontal or vertical position. The drawing will depend on the movement of your hand and it is better to apply it with a float, it will appear already during the application of the mixture to the wall. But individual strokes can be created with a float, applying to the wall and pressing lightly.

The consistency of the solution should resemble thick sour cream, otherwise the mixture may drain from the wall, disrupting the pattern. After applying one layer with a trowel, the "milk" is removed from the trowel with a spatula, in which there are no pebbles. If this is not done, then the relief of the "bark beetle" will not be pronounced. We hold the tool when applying the solution at an angle of 60 degrees.

The thickness of the layer will depend on the grain size in the finished mixture. The average drying time is 24-72 hours.

Decorative plaster bark beetle: method of application

Drawing a picture

Video - "Bark beetle" plastering technology

Advice! If you need to take a break from work, then cover the border of the finished drawing with masking tape, on top of which apply a wet solution. When you return to work, carefully remove the tape and continue the process. This will avoid visible grooves and transitions on the terrain.

"Pebble" texture achieved by sharp clockwise movements. It is very important not to interrupt finishing work, as the hardening of the plaster can give a sharp transition on the wall.

Pebble plaster application technology - photo

Video - Lesson on applying pebble plaster

Step 3. To completely dry the picture, you need to protect the facade from direct sunlight and wind. To do this, it is necessary to install a protective construction screen made of mesh or film.

If you press the film tightly against the plaster, you get very interesting patterns.

Creation of a complex relief using a special roller

With the help of a special roller covered with steel mesh, rubberized or with pores, you can create a unique pattern of any complexity on the surface. You can buy such a tool in a store or get creative and make such a roller yourself by wrapping it with twine or cord. Keep in mind that the more often the rope is wound, the denser the relief structure will be.

Rollers for plaster

Textured rollers

All work is carried out with a roller, which is carefully dipped into the putty and then the mixture is applied in a thin layer to the wall. Here you can turn on your imagination and work with a roller in different directions.

Stage 5. Finish coating

Now that the desired drawing on the wall has been created, we proceed to the final stage. Decorative plaster can be painted in any color or varnished. This process is not difficult, but in order for the result to really please you for many years, several nuances should be taken into account.

Painting decorative plaster

The textured putty is best painted in 2 colors. This will give the surface more relief and volume.

Methods for painting decorative plaster

If you want to emphasize the convex parts of the drawing, then it is better to paint these places using the dry brush method. On the other hand, all the dimples and grooves will accentuate the wet brush method, which will slightly blur the color.

If you decide to paint the textured putty in dark colors, then it is better to choose the wet brush method, which will slightly wash out the pigment. When painting the surface in a light range, apply the paint with a dry brush.

After that, the staining process has come to the finish, let the paint dry well and open it with varnish. Firstly, it will give a beautiful shade to the paint, fix it and protect it from fading and fading. Use a water-based varnish and apply 2-3 coats, each time waiting for the previous one to dry completely.

How to paint decorative plaster

Despite the fact that the process of creating decorative plaster from putty is not difficult and does not require serious skills, watch the video with step-by-step instructions to get everything right.

Video - Painting decorative plaster

Video - How to prepare decorative plaster from ordinary putty with your own hands

Do-it-yourself decorative plaster from ordinary store putty is not inferior in quality to the most expensive factory solutions. Decorating the walls of the kitchen with such a homemade mixture costs mere pennies, and the use of one or another intricate method of applying it allows you to get a result that is indistinguishable from spectacular photos of surfaces covered with premium compounds.

Textured plaster from putty: recipes

The most budgetary, environmentally friendly and affordable basis for making homemade textured plaster is an ordinary dry gypsum plaster from any manufacturer, and to create complex relief coatings it is better to use its finishing option, and to obtain the texture "bark beetle" - the starting one.

Decorative plaster can be made independently from ordinary putty

To make the finished composition more elastic, stronger, easier to apply and hold on to the kitchen walls more firmly, add a mixture for sealing joints in drywall sheets, a deep penetration primer, or PVA glue in the amount of 3-6% of the dry putty weight to the putty.

First recipe

The simplest, elementary composition of homemade plaster includes only 3 ingredients:

• ready-made dry gypsum putty with additives;
• water;
• PVA glue.

This plaster is prepared very simply - with the help of a construction mixer, the dry finishing mixture is sealed with water and glue is injected into it. As a result, a rather thick, plastic composition is obtained, which is applied to the wall immediately after mixing, while the relief on the surface of such gypsum plaster is created thanks to special techniques used to apply it.

Second recipe

The second recipe, more expensive, but also of a more solid textured homemade plaster, involves the use of high-quality putty mixtures produced by Knauf.

Before applying the plaster, the wall must be primed

The composition of such an improved plaster includes:

• "Satengips" - finely dispersed dry gypsum putty with mineral additives, providing high elasticity of the composition - 3 parts;
• river, seeded and well-washed sand - 3 parts;
• "Fugenfüller" - a special gypsum putty with polymer additives, intended for sealing joints in drywall - 1 part.

All components of this plaster are mixed dry, then sealed with water and mixed with a mixer.

Third recipe

Another mixture with which you can create a textured wall covering consists of:

• deep penetration acrylic primer;
• "Satengipsa".

Such a plaster is prepared as follows - the soil is diluted with settled water in a ratio of 2: 1, after which this solution is gradually poured into a dry putty and the composition is constantly mixed. As a result, a thick pasty mass is obtained, which is used to obtain a relief coating.

The pattern on the plaster can be applied using special rollers or scrap materials.

Applying homemade decorative plaster

The process of creating a textured wall covering from a conventional plaster putty includes the following technological steps:

• preparatory work;
• creation of a coverage base;
• relief creation;
• finishing decoration.

Preparing kitchen walls for plastering

1. Before starting the plastering work, if possible, remove things and furniture from the kitchen, and then clean the walls from the old finishing materials.

2. Inspect the wall surfaces and seal any cracks and dents found on them with putty.

Advice. Take the time to check the evenness of the walls with a plumb line and a spirit level. If the wall surface deviates significantly from the vertical or has pronounced depressions and distortions, it will need to be completely plastered before decorative finishing.

3. Prepared for further work, cleaned and leveled walls, treat with acrylic water-dispersion primer and let it dry.

While the soil is drying, prepare for work:

• trowel;
• drill mixer;
• a couple of large plastic buckets;
• a set of spatulas;
• several foam sponges;
• tray or basin;
• grater and ironer;
• special textured roller or plaster stencil.

Giving texture to plaster with a brush

Creating a base plaster layer

Using one of the above recipes, prepare a medium portion of the plaster mixture and spread it over the wall with a trowel, forming a layer 3-4 mm thick.

Attention! Gypsum putty hardens quickly! In order to have time to form the desired texture on the surface of the coating, the composition should not be applied to the entire wall, but only to its separate section.

Having worked out all the prepared solution, smooth the surface of the wet plaster with a trowel as soon as possible, and proceed to create the texture.

Formation of decorative relief on the surface of the plaster

In order to give the surface of the plaster a relief, you can use:

• special grooved, fur or patterned rubber roller;
• notched trowel;
• plastering float;
• ready-made stencil;
• improvised means - a bath sponge, plastic wrap, a wad of foil or a plastic bag.

The easiest, fastest and most convenient way to form texture is to treat the plaster surface with a special roller.

Having walked over the wet coating with a pile roller, you will get a texture similar to tousled plush, and using a grooved honeycomb roller, you will achieve the effect of a surface lined with small pebble stones, while you can make the most complex floral or fancy ornaments using a rubber patterned tool.

Patterning with a broom

Ready-made stencils that leave beautiful clear prints in a wet solution will also greatly simplify your wall decoration work, but their use requires certain skills and dexterity, in addition, you will have to wash the rubber sole of such stamps often, as a result of which the pace of work will slow down. ...

If you do not have all of the above professional devices, try to form a relief with a notched trowel, for this, lightly press it into the soft plaster and with a slight wave-like movement drag it from top to bottom. As a result of this "combing", characteristic parallel grooves will remain on the surface of the coating.

In addition to a spatula, rollers and stencils, you can use a loosely crumpled sheet of foil, a sponge, or crumpled plastic wrap to create beautiful original prints.

Finishing - painting and varnishing

After texturing is complete, allow the finish to dry and cure overnight.

Then, with a fine-grained emery cloth, clean out excessively protruding roughness and seams between individual areas on the plaster and treat it with a water-dispersion acrylic primer.

Advice. In order for structural plaster to fully show all its wonderful decorative qualities, it should be painted in 2 approaches, using paint of two different, contrasting or consonant colors. This method of painting reveals the relief created on the surface and emphasizes its depth and volume.

Structural plaster can be painted in two colors in 2 ways:

• by "washing" method;
• dry brush method.

After application, the plaster can be painted

Regardless of which method you decide to use, the plastered wall will need to be painted in the background color first. To do this, take a long-nap paint roller, dip it in the base paint, and carefully treat the entire wall surface with it. When the first coat of paint is dry, repeat this operation.

Dry brush decoration

After a day, when the base paint layer is completely dry, pour the paint of the second, lighter additional color into the paint tray. Take a wide flanged brush, dip it into the tray, pressing the instrument bristles to the edges of the cuvette, remove excess dye from the brush.

Using horizontal light tangential movements, keeping the brush almost parallel to the work surface, apply the tint paint to the plaster.

Decorating using the "wash" method

Using a nap roller, apply a darker paint to the base color wall.

As soon as a new layer of paint has set slightly (but has not yet dried), wipe the wall with a damp cloth or large sponge. Having washed off some of the dark paint from the most convex parts of the relief, you expose the background layer on them, and thereby reveal the structure of the plaster.

To fix the coloring composition (after it is completely dry), cover the walls with two layers of water-soluble varnish.

Now, knowing the general rules for making homemade decorative plaster, you can decorate the walls of your kitchen with a beautiful, non-combustible, durable and absolutely harmless material with minimal cost.

Decorative plaster from putty - video

Decorative plaster from putty - photo

Dear home repair masters, accustomed to tidying up their home with their own hands, like no one else know how to save on materials. For them, the purchase of a special and very expensive decorative wall decoration will be incomprehensible. Why?! Why such waste, if an excellent decorative plaster is obtained from ordinary plaster? In order for the wall to acquire an original texture that makes the interior expensive and presentable, it is not necessary to study for a long time from a repair guru - just follow our advice and watch several thematic videos on this topic.

The advantages of "homemade" wall decoration

Every repairman wants to know ... how much it will cost him the pleasure of contemplating a fresh interior. Therefore, the first thing any repair begins with is the calculation of funds for the necessary materials and a detailed list of ways to save money.

Decorative plaster from ordinary putty is another method to save money for more necessary needs, because among repairmen, the way to turn ordinary into unique is so popular.

1. When choosing a regular putty as a decorative one, you can save your budget by 30-40%.
2. Modern plasters contain plasticizers that improve the adhesion properties of the material, they are pliable and easily fall on the surface.
3. The plastered wall does not absorb odors and is very easy to maintain.
4. As a result of a little effort, you get an interesting textured author's drawing.
5. This finish lasts long enough and does not lose its attractiveness.
6. Putty is an excellent sound and heat insulation material.
7. The master gets incomparable pleasure from working with such obedient and uncomplicated material.

What do you need to work?

The list of tools required for the job is so short that you can list them using the fingers of just one hand. And this is not an exaggeration! Check:

1. A set of spatulas.
2. Grater and trowel for grouting.
3. Building level.
4. Plumb line.
5. Ironer.

The technology of turning ordinary plaster into an unusual one is also uncomplicated and consists of several simple steps.

How decorative plaster is born from ordinary putty, the video testifies, moreover, the videos exist of various durations, illuminating the detail of the process in different ways. In this regard, advice: for review, select those in which the process can be seen in as much detail as possible.

Surface decoration technology (step by step)

Preparatory work

The plaster should be applied to perfectly clean walls: there should be no specks of dust, no piece of old wallpaper or old plaster on them. Before basic work, check the surface for cracks, mark, if any, their locations, fill with plaster and let dry.

Check the evenness of the base with a building level.

Prime the surface and only then can it be used as a working surface.

Base layer

How does the process start? Do-it-yourself decorative plaster from putty, the video about the creation of which was filled in the Internet, is, initially, a base layer, which must have time to give the desired texture before it hardens.

Create a base like this:

1. Dilute the mixture with water according to the instructions.
2. Prepare putties as much as you can apply in one go (the material, despite the presence of plasticizers in the composition, quickly hardens).
3. Create the thickness of the base layer taking into account the height of the decorative texture, which is 1-1.5 mm.

Textured coating

What is the method to apply a textured pattern to the wall? With the help of special tools or improvised improvised means. And, believe me, the result obtained from the impressions of an ordinary crumpled plastic bag can exceed all expectations.

To create an invoice will come in handy:

• roller;
• stencils;
• notched trowels, brush, trowels;
• cellophane bags and other improvised means.

Some masters do not use anything except their own fingers, but at the same time they get the most elegant texture.

With the help of a construction brush with metal bristles, you can get an original and fashionable lase pattern, reminiscent of lace.

Swirling patterns on the walls are very popular in modern design, for which it is necessary to "write" curls of various sizes and directions on the raw putty.

Try yourself as a designer and artist - we are sure that the decorative plaster created with your own hands from ordinary putty will look no worse than that of the pros.

How to properly paint textured walls

We will not go into details when describing the final stage of the work: the fact that unnecessary and not very aesthetic bulges will have to be removed with sandpaper, and then cleaned from the dust layer from the walls, is a no brainer.

We will acquaint beginners with the nuances of painting walls.

There is no point in painting textured walls with one color - the texture will be lost in it and the whole charm of the pattern will be smeared with paint.

Correctly paint decorative walls in two steps:

1. The first layer is a dark-colored paint, which must be applied very carefully, not missing a single depression.
2. The second is the same shade, but a few shades lighter. It must be applied with a brush, barely touching the surface, so that the paint falls on the texture and does not fall deeper into dimples and other recesses.

In order to ensure the durability of the painting, the painted walls are covered with a layer of transparent varnish.