Marmorino

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Marmorino Veneziano is the plaster decoration used on walls as far back as Roman times, to be made popular once more in the Renaissance 500 years ago in Venice.

It is made from crushed marble and lime putty, which can be tinted to give a wide range of colours. This can then be applied to make many textures, from polished marble to natural stone effects. Widely used in Italy, it's appeal has spread through North America especially, but now worldwide. Because of the hours of workmanship, the pricing places it in the high end market. But many examples can be seen in public buildings, bars, restaurants ect.

Its waterproofing and anti bacterial qualities as well as visual effect has made it also very desirable for luxury bathrooms and other wet areas. Not confined to interior use, it can be seen on the exterior of many buildings to great effect.