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CRAFTTERA · Handcrafted Wall Finishes

Crafted by hand.
Defined by light.

Hand-applied Venetian plaster, Roman clay, limewash and microcement in Orange County.

Serving select Orange County communities.

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Free on-site consultationWritten estimate firstSample once the estimate is approved

01Venetian Plaster · Polished

Venetian Plaster

Marble and lime, burnished until the wall holds a warm, deep light.

FinishPolished, satin glow
Best forLiving rooms, studies, fireplaces
Time, 200 sq ft3–4 working days
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Venetian Plaster
Roman Clay
Limewash
Microcement
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Visualization: one wall, six looks across four finishes

The finishes

One studio, four ways to treat a surface.

See each finish in a room and up close. Every finish has its own page: the layers it takes, where it works and what it costs.

  1. Dining room with warm putty-beige polished Venetian plaster on the walls and ceiling, reclaimed oak beams, a walnut table and black steel doors to a terraceClose-up of polished Venetian plaster in warm beige with layered, marble-like movementUp close
    Living room with a full-height fireplace wall in sand-colored Marmorino plaster around a linear gas fireplace, open glass doors to a deck and a canyon view to the oceanClose-up of sand-colored Marmorino plaster on a fireplace wall, with soft trowel marks and window light falling across the matte surfaceUp close
    Two-story great room with a full-height fireplace column in taupe Travertino plaster, tall windows to a golf course and oak hills, and a linen sectionalClose-up of a Travertino plaster fireplace column in warm sand, showing horizontal bands and small open pores in low sunlightUp close
    Visualization

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    Venetian Plaster

    Layered plaster finishes, from restrained matte texture to a refined polished surface.

    Venetian plaster is a lime-based plaster applied by hand in thin trowel coats, from a matte, stone-like Marmorino to a burnished, polished surface. It suits living rooms, entries, stair halls, fireplaces and range hoods, and about 200 sq ft on a flat, prepared wall takes three to four working days.

    Best for
    Living rooms, entries, stair halls, fireplaces, range hoods
    On site, 200 sq ft
    3–4 days
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  2. Living room with a freestanding fireplace wall in warm mushroom-taupe Roman clay around a linear gas fireplace, a linen sofa, an oak coffee table and sliding doors to a gardenClose-up of warm mushroom-taupe Roman clay on a fireplace wall, with soft cloudy shifts and daylight across the matte surfaceUp close
    Visualization

    02

    Roman Clay

    A velvety, hand-applied finish with subtle movement and depth.

    Roman clay is a hand-troweled finish with a velvety matte surface and soft movement. It suits bedrooms, living rooms and quiet feature walls, and about 200 sq ft on a flat, prepared wall takes two working days.

    Best for
    Bedrooms, living rooms, feature walls, ceilings
    On site, 200 sq ft
    2 days
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  3. Great room with warm stone beige limewash on the walls, the fireplace wall and the vaulted ceiling between oak beams, a linen sofa and tall black-framed windowsClose-up of warm stone beige limewash beside a black window frame and an oak beam, with soft brushed clouds and window light on the flat surfaceUp close
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    Limewash

    Soft tonal movement for walls that respond beautifully to light.

    Limewash is a mineral lime paint brushed on in overlapping strokes, so the color moves with the light through the day. It works on interior walls, exterior stucco and masonry, and about 200 sq ft on a flat, prepared wall takes one to two working days.

    Best for
    Great rooms, entries, bedrooms, exterior stucco and brick
    On site, 200 sq ft
    1–2 days
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  4. Open great room and kitchen with a continuous light cement gray microcement floor, a linen sectional, an oak coffee table, a stone island and sliding doors to a harbor channel with boatsClose-up of a light cement gray microcement floor beside an oak coffee table, with soft cloudy trowel movement and daylight across the matte surfaceUp close
    Visualization

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    Microcement

    Continuous surfaces that bring clarity to architectural forms.

    Microcement is a thin cement-based coating applied in layers to create one seamless surface across walls, floors, showers and vanities, often over existing tile. About 200 sq ft on a flat, prepared surface takes four to six working days, because each layer needs time to cure.

    Best for
    Bathrooms, showers, floors, vanities, fireplaces
    On site, 200 sq ft
    4–6 days
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Rooms are visualizations until our own projects are photographed. Days are for about 200 sq ft on a flat, prepared surface; walls that need repair take longer. See every finish in the gallery.

Accent projects

Sometimes one element changes the whole room.

A fireplace, a range hood or a single niche is often the best place to start. Projects start at $1,800.

Not sure where to start?

Three questions to a first direction.

A starting point, not a verdict. We confirm the finish at the visit, in your light.

Where is it going?
What should it feel like?
Will it get wet?

A good place to start

Limewash

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How we work

Six steps, agreed in writing.

How does the light move through your room? How much texture feels right? How will the surface be used? We work through these questions with you, then confirm the direction with a sample before application begins.

  1. Project conversation

    Send your city, a few photos, the surface and an approximate size. We reply with first thoughts and a time to visit.

  2. On-site consultation

    Free of charge. We look at the light, the surfaces and how the room is used, measure, and talk through finish options.

  3. Written estimate

    Scope, preparation, the finish system, timeline and price, itemized. Nothing starts until you approve it.

  4. Custom sample

    Once the estimate is approved, we make a sample in your color, texture and sheen, and you approve it in your own light.

  5. Application

    The room is protected, the substrate prepared, and the finish applied by hand, layer by layer, on the agreed schedule.

  6. Final review and care

    We walk the finished surface with you and leave care notes for the material applied.

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Pricing

Clear pricing, explained before you commit.

Every estimate is written and itemized. These are the typical ranges; the wall, the height, the color and wet areas move a price within them.

Get my price rangeHow pricing works
FinishPer sq ftDays, 200 sq ft
Limewash$10–161–2 days
Roman Clay$14–202 days
Venetian Plaster: Marmorino$16–223–4 days
Venetian Plaster: Polished$16–223–4 days
Venetian Plaster: Travertino$18–24Planned per project
Microcement$35–504–6 days

Prices updated October 2026. Projects start at $1,800. Ranges include the finish system, protection of the room and cleanup. Days are for about 200 sq ft on a flat, prepared surface.

For designers

A considered finish, from sample to surface.

We collaborate with interior designers and project teams to refine finish direction, review substrate requirements and document agreed details.

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Questions

What people ask first.

How much do plaster finishes cost per square foot?

Typical ranges are $10–16 per sq ft for limewash, $14–20 for Roman clay, $16–22 for Venetian plaster in Marmorino or polished, $18–24 for Travertino and $35–50 for microcement. Your written estimate depends on the surface, height, color and the finish system.

Which finish is best for a bathroom?

For showers and wet floors, microcement with its full waterproofing and sealer system. For powder rooms and walls away from direct water, Venetian plaster or Roman clay with a protective finish. Limewash is best kept away from splashes.

How long does a project take?

For about 200 sq ft on a flat, prepared surface: limewash takes one to two working days, Roman clay two, Venetian plaster three to four and microcement four to six, because each layer needs time to set. Walls that need repair take longer. Your estimate includes the schedule.

Will my wall look exactly like the sample?

Samples help establish the color, texture and level of movement for your space. Hand-applied surfaces vary across a wall, and we agree on the acceptable range of variation before we begin.

How do I clean it?

Dust with a soft cloth and wipe marks with a damp cloth and mild soap where the finish is sealed. Avoid abrasive pads and harsh cleaners. You receive care notes for your specific finish.

All questions

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Tell us about your space.

Share your location and the finish you have in mind. If you are still comparing materials, we can help you understand the options.

Serving select Orange County communities

Newport and nearbyNewport Beach · Corona del Mar · Costa Mesa

Along the coastLaguna Beach · Huntington Beach · San Clemente

Inland communitiesIrvine · Mission Viejo · Aliso Viejo · Laguna Niguel · Coto de Caza

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