Get Earth Plastered!

Posted on February 4, 2008
Tag(s): Going Green, Green Building, Green Furnishings, Hazardous Products / Health Issues, The Great Green Outdoors
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If you’re looking for a special finish for your lifeless walls, clay plaster may be the answer. It’s a great, cost-effective alternative to gypsum, cement, acrylic, and lime plasters and has the added benefit of providing the wall color too. This natural, non-toxic finish is easy to apply and results in walls that have a beautiful richness and depth. It’s even available in several colors and textures.

Some companies offer how-to videos for beginners, or you can check out workshops and classes for instruction.

Resources: American Clay Enterprises (clay and pigment; 866/404-1634 for stores); BioShield (clay-and-pigment mixes; 800/621-2591); and Portola Paints and Glazes (mixes; 818/623-9053).