Grotto effect
The Grotto effect is a popular wall decoration technique that creates a textured surface with a bumpy effect, reminiscent of the contours of continents and oceans on a geographic map. It gives the walls a sophisticated look, where matte and shiny areas are combined, creating a play of light and shadow. How to create a Grotto effect with Marmorino decorative plaster with the addition of Touch of Magi decorative enamel is further in the material.
Рriming
Priming is an obligatory step.
Treat the surface with Aqua Primer TM Maxima (deep penetrating primer concentrate 1:10) Apply the product with a roller or a brush.
Protect areas, that are not meant to be coated with adhesive tape and plastic film before a decorative coating is applied.
Applying of a base coating
Primer Quartz Primer Maxima decor has a high level of adhesion to the base surface. Use a primer to facilitate the application and structuring of decorative products.
Apply adhesive primer with quartz filler Quartz Primer Maxima decor with a roller with a nap of 7-12 mm. Carefully spread the primer to get the smoothest possible surface.
Application of decorative plaster: 1 layer
Apply MARMORINO TM Maxima-decor on the whole area of the surface.
Grinding the surface
Sand the entire surface after the Marmorino has completely dried
Application of decorative plaster: 2 layers
Apply randomly, pulling the trowel away from the surface Leave until incomplete drying to form a structure
Formation of the structure
It will smooth the surface after 30-40 minutes After application
Application of Stucco Veneziano decorative coating: 1 layer
Application of Stucco Veneziano, diluted with water up to 10%
Application of Stucco Veneziano decorative coating: 2 layer
Application of Stucco Veneziano, diluted with water up to 10%
Application of decorative enamel
Decorative enamel TOUCH OF MAGIC Pearl color, dilution 1:1
Grinding the surface
Sanding after complete drying (4 hours) Fraction P1000, P1500, P2000
Applying of wax
Apply Cera Lavabile TM Maxima-decor on the whole surface.
- 09.10.2024