Decorative plaster in the kitchen: varieties and features of application

The kitchen is the most important part of the house. Both the hostess and the whole family spend a lot of time there. Decorating a cooking room requires special attention. The material of the walls must withstand aggressive conditions and be safe. Decorative plaster will help to make the interior of the kitchen interesting and unique.

Decorative plaster in the kitchen looks attractive. Its composition is very different from that used for simple alignment. A special paste is intended for interior wall decoration at the very end of the decoration. In the apartment, such plaster can be used in absolutely any room. Its composition contains small grains of marble, sand, granite, quartz.

This feature allows It is safe to use this material in rooms with high humidity. You can use it on any surface, even on metal.

Wall decoration with such plaster does not require professional skills. The coating is attractive and reliable, lasts a long time. Decorative plaster is not afraid of mechanical influences, humidity and temperature changes.

1. It looks beautiful and unusual, has no seams. Allows you to create a unique design with the help of textures, colors and stencils.
2. Even with frequent cleaning, the composition does not rub off the walls.
3. Economical consumption, which is directly related to texture.
4. It is possible to implement complex design ideas.
5. It allows air to pass through and allows the walls to breathe. Suppresses noise.
6. It does not burn, therefore it is especially relevant in a kitchen with a gas hob.

1. the composition is quite expensive;
2. rust may appear on metal structures due to the application of a wet composition;
3. if the walls are insulated with mineral wool, then applying decorative plaster to them will not work;
4. for spot repairs, the use of material is irrational.

Decorative plaster is divided into types depending on the technique of its application, composition, texture. Manufacturers use natural and synthetic materials for its manufacture. By the type of base, the plaster is divided into such types.

• Mineral It consists of cement, lime and marble or granite chips. The surface of the wall with it is embossed. Such material is not afraid of moisture; it is durable and elastic.

• Silicate. As a basis, liquid glass is used. Finishing material is resistant to mechanical stress and moisture. You can use it even near the hob. It has a long service life - up to 50 years.

• Silicone. Its main component are resins. Such plaster is applied easily, it is plastic. It is noteworthy that such plaster can be used both indoors and outdoors.

• Acrylic Pretty practical option. Facing is quick and easy, it needs a minimum time to dry. This plaster is versatile and wear resistant.

It is worth choosing the one that best suits the style of your kitchen.

• Venetian. The walls after this finish are glossy and have no seams. With the help of various additives, you can make beautiful drawings on the walls.

• The bark beetle. The wall turns out with furrows and patterns.

• Textured. Able to mimic both skin and wood. It has a high cost.

• Smooth. It is the most budgetary plaster. It goes well with bright and interesting kitchen furniture. The simplest washable plaster is practical and easy to apply.

• Sgraffito. It is applied using special stencils. As a result, the plaster looks like a three-dimensional drawing. Can be applied on smooth plaster or on any other material.

• Flock. Decorative plaster imitates a silk coating, has fabric fibers in the composition.

The cost of decorative plaster directly depends on its type and manufacturer. Dry mixtures, which must be diluted with water, are mainly sold. You can purchase plaster in the form of a finished composition, but this option is more expensive.

Decorative plaster of such manufacturers has earned the trust of customers.

• Ceresit (Germany). The company makes universal plasters. In its assortment there is a bark beetle, a fur coat and mosaic compositions. Environmentally friendly coatings are not afraid of mechanical influences, high levels of humidity, pollution. Mold does not appear on such a finish. The range consists of more than 10 types of decorative plasters with silicate-silicone, acrylic and mineral base. Affordable cost and good wear resistance make this product popular.

• Knauf (Germany). Mineral plaster Diamant from this manufacturer allows you to decorate the walls with a bark beetle and a fur coat.Granular coatings with furrows look attractive and resistant to external influences. The manufacturer offers a mixture of white, which can subsequently be painted in any desired color. It’s easy to work with the material, it dries quickly.

• VGT (Russia). The Gallery line includes 16 textured and thin-layer types of plasters, paints and tools for working with these materials. The assortment has a large selection of textures. It is recommended to use a primer from the same manufacturer, so the stucco will stick better. It is noteworthy that these products are of acceptable quality at a low cost.

• Bolars (Russia). The most popular domestic manufacturer of building mixtures. He has 12 types of ready-made declarative plasters in his assortment. All are composed of mineral components, which allows you to create furrows and reliefs. Cladding material is resistant to moisture and mechanical stress. Using this plaster is quite simple, no special skills are required.

• San Marco (Italy). Premium thin layer decorative plaster. A wide range allows you to decorate the walls with 50 types of textures in one of 1,500 colors. The company offers consumers a large selection of compositions and a high level of quality at a fairly high price. The latter is the only drawback of the products of this brand. It is important to use additional materials from the same manufacturer and clearly follow the instructions.

The embossment of decoration depends on the size of the kitchen. In a large room you can experiment. Smooth walls are relevant in a small kitchen. The color options are quite diverse. When choosing them It is worth focusing on the overall interior and the color of the furniture.

It is much more interesting to choose a texture. It is worth focusing on such criteria.

• Bark beetle is the most popular plaster option. But do not put it on the apron, as the grooves will be difficult to clean. This is a universal option that combines with the interior in any style.

• Venetian. It is easy to care for her, which allows her to be used in any area of ​​the kitchen. Looks good in styles such as loft, provence, classic and hi-tech.

• Craquelure. Outwardly resembles an acrylic “bark beetle”, but more reliable and resistant to external influences. Suitable for a kitchen in a modern or classic style.

• Microcement with cement flour. Mostly found in the kitchen in the loft style. It goes well with bricks and wood. You can apply a drawing on top of it, which is relevant for the style of pop art, scandi, high-tech.

• Textured with imitation cork or wood. It is irrelevant for decorating the wall near the working surface, because it is difficult to clean. Looks great in the interior of the kitchen in the style of classic, eco, scandi and provence.

• Flock. It is not suitable for small kitchens, but in a large one it will look excellent. This material is difficult to clean, so do not use it in the apron area. Suitable for decorating the kitchen in any modern style.

• Silk. Such plaster looks pretty good in the recreation area. Great for a classic style kitchen, no less relevant for provence, scandy and eco.

Work on decorating the wall with decorative plaster requires preliminary preparation. The standard scheme may vary slightly, so it is worth considering the manufacturer's recommendations. In general terms, the finish is as follows.

1. Wall preparation. It is worth removing the old coating and defects.
2. Primer. It is worth using substances of deep application. Best if they come from the same manufacturer as the plaster.
3. Applying regular plaster. It is necessary to level the walls to the maximum ideal condition.Further work is possible only after the plastered walls are completely dry.
4. Decorative plaster. It is worth applying the composition according to the manufacturer's instructions.
5. Staining and polishing. Work is carried out a day after the previous stage.

There are certain secrets that are worth considering.

1. The beauty of the decorative layer directly depends on the evenness of the walls. Do not save on the preparatory phase.
2. A primer that penetrates deeply reduces material consumption during finishing. Additionally, this will protect the walls under the plaster from fungi and mold. It is worth paying attention to the compatibility of the primer and decorative material.
3. The material consumption directly depends on the topography and the depth of the furrows. It is worth considering this in preliminary calculations.
4. You need to work with the coating quickly, distributing it on the wall evenly immediately after application. If there are no skills, then it is better to work in pairs. Decorative plaster quickly hardens and adjust the thickness of the layer and change the relief will be problematic.
5. About two weeks is necessary for the coating to harden completely. It is worth limiting the mechanical effects on the walls for this period.
6. Protective varnish or wax will help to protect the walls of the kitchen from quick and deep pollution. This solution will further protect the plaster from moisture, cracks.

Decorative plaster in the interior of the kitchen is used quite widely due to its high wear resistance. Moreover, such a coating is much more durable than ordinary wallpaper. Examples of the use of the material.

• The plaster is applied to most of the walls, however, the apron is still lined with easily washable tiles. An interesting texture harmonizes well with smooth kitchen facades.

• Black decorative plaster with a minimal relief looks attractive. The kitchen in a modern style looks neat and does not require much effort during cleaning.

• A beautiful combination of white with light turquoise. The kitchen looks fresh. Finishing on the wall from the recreation area makes it easy to clean the walls from contamination.

• Textured plaster applied away from the working area, so it is easy to wash. Imitation mosaics are well heated with tiles near the hob.

• The use of decorative plaster in the loft style. A good color creates a special atmosphere, and also hides light pollution.

• The trim is used at the entrance and looks very attractive. You can create such drawings using stencils.

For the application of Marmorin decorative plaster, see the next video.