Plaster is one of the most popular kinds of wall interior finish. Even though it originated in the mid 17th century, even today Plaster of Paris is used extensively.
This compound can be used to stylize and mould any shape to decorate your homes in varied style, ranging from Victorian to French designs. The walls can be decorated in embossed artifacts made of plaster like a Clinique foil of roses, or chapel style themes that loom like threshold arches.
There are many benefits associated with the use of plaster for the walls and some of them include:
Decorative appeal
Imagine a beautiful home in rich and delicate proportions and yet a barren wall with plain distemper! It will simply be a living space and nothing more than that. By adding plaster to the walls, a sense of fullness can be induced thereby accentuating wholesome look of the home. There are many aspects to be considered while choosing the plaster moulds like – theme, colors, size and design. Though the plaster must be of same color as the wall, a slight change in shade or depth would turn it into a work of art.
Varied designs
Gorgeous corners or arches can be created from plaster where the wall meets the ceiling. The possible choice of designs is practically infinite. Long spires of ribbons and bells can be used to provide a charming effect while bellflower designs find their place in arches and drape like combinations that add elegance.
Durability
Plaster of Paris not only lends elegance and beauty to the walls but it also enhances durability. The walls become stronger due to the chemical reaction that takes place when water escapes the plaster mixture. This is what makes plastered walls stronger in comparison to other kind of walls.
Easy Installation
One of the benefits of using Plaster of Paris is the installation procedure. It is quite easy and convenient to install since it does not generate any kind of dust. Moreover, plaster doesn’t need any kind of sanding and a wall can be plastered within a shorter timeframe.
Source: MagicBricks.com Bureau
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