Not every wall wants to shine. Our textured and stone-effect finishes bring the depth of natural materials — travertine, raw concrete, chalky lime, weathered stone — to living spaces, restaurants, hotels and shops, without the weight, joints or cost of the real thing.
Like our Venetian plaster, every textured finish is mixed and applied by hand, so the result has genuine variation and character rather than a printed, repeating pattern.
The finishes
Travertine effect (Travertino)
Layered bands and natural pores, cut and dragged by hand to recreate travertine stone. Gorgeous on curved feature walls, fireplace surrounds, reception desks and restaurant walls — and far lighter than stone cladding.
Concrete and cement effect
The honest, industrial look of polished or board-marked concrete, ideal for contemporary homes, lofts, offices and bars. For floors and worktops, pair it with microcement.
Lime wash
Brushed lime with soft, cloudy movement — relaxed, Mediterranean and wonderfully breathable. Perfect for bedrooms, cottages and period homes where you want warmth without sheen.
Fine sand and stone textures
A subtle grain that adds tactility to large walls, stairwells and exteriors — think honed sandstone rather than glossy marble. A close cousin of Marmorino.
Metallic and pearlescent finishes
Glazes and plasters with a soft gold, silver, bronze or pearl lustre that changes from day to evening. Stunning in dining rooms, bedrooms, bars and hotel corridors — but best used with restraint.
Crackle (craquelure) effects
Decorative plasters designed to craze as they dry, creating the aged, antique crackle of old frescoes. A characterful choice for feature walls, niches and hospitality spaces.
Choosing a textured finish
Texture behaves differently from polish: it catches light from the side, hides minor imperfections and wear well, and brings a sense of warmth to large or very modern spaces. A few things to consider:
- Lighting — grazing light from wall washers or windows exaggerates texture beautifully; flat, front-on lighting softens it.
- Touch — in narrow corridors or behind seating, we may recommend a smoother texture and a protective sealer.
- Scale — bold textures suit big walls; subtle ones suit small rooms.
- Colour — natural, earthy tones tend to look the most convincing for stone effects. Our colour ideas guide has plenty of inspiration.
Homes and hospitality
We apply textured finishes in London homes and in commercial interiors — restaurants, hotel lobbies, retail units and offices — often working with designers and architects to a specification. Read polished plaster for commercial interiors or visit our commercial page.
See them in person
Texture is hard to judge on a screen. Browse our finishes and samples, then ask us to bring real boards to your free survey — anywhere in London or the Home Counties.
