Grassello / Veneziano
Ultra-Fine High-Gloss Polished Marble Plaster by Colorado Artisans
Grassello (also known as Veneziano) is one of the finest and most luxurious plasters available. Made from high-quality lime putty and finely ground dolomite marble, it uses a much finer aggregate than traditional Venetian Plaster.
This creates a smooth, high-gloss, mirror-like polished marble finish with exceptional depth and light reflection. Grassello can be customized in virtually any color and is perfect for dramatic accent walls, elegant fireplaces, luxury bathrooms, and high-end commercial spaces.
Popular techniques include marble veining, gold leaf gilding, two-tone layering, and unique textures such as crocodile skin. It is also considered a finer version of Marmorino and delivers the ultimate polished stone appearance while remaining breathable and naturally antimicrobial.
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Quote
Reach out to discuss your project. We work to make sure that we are a good fit for your project and discuss budget options.
Concept
Together with our clients, we explore ideas and inspirations to define the perfect finish for their space. Every project starts with a vision tailored to reflect elegance and authenticity.
Design
Our skilled artisans bring the design to life, meticulously applying Venetian Plaster, Limewash, or Custom Projects to transform walls into timeless works of art.
We were in a pinch to finish our fireplace project and knew that we needed to hire someone experienced for the Venetian plastering. I was impressed with how quickly Jake responded and was able to meet our expedited timeline. We've received so many compliments on how amazing it looks. It is the statement piece of our home. Highly recommend!
Jake and his team have consistently pulled through with professionalism, expertise, and high quality, while somehow tackling efficiency all at the same time. The results form his plaster work is truly an art and is unbeatable in the Denver area!
I’m so obsessed on how the wall came out! Perfect touch to the studio and I get compliments all day from my clients. Jake and his partner are easy to work with and are super professional. Can’t wait to get more work done by iconic!
We had Jake and his crew do a beautiful venetian plaster in our bathroom that really came out amazing! These guys were so respectful of our home and seemed to be super efficient with how fast they worked to get us our home back. We just wish we could do this all over our house now!
Questions
What is Grassello (Veneziano) plaster?
Grassello, also known as Veneziano, is an ultra-fine lime putty plaster made with high-quality dolomite marble dust. It creates a smooth, high-gloss polished marble finish with exceptional depth, shine, and elegance.
What is the difference between Grassello and traditional Venetian Plaster?
Grassello uses a much finer aggregate than standard Venetian Plaster, resulting in a higher gloss level and a smoother, more refined mirror-like marble appearance. It is ideal when you want maximum shine and luxury.
What special effects can be achieved with Grassello?
Grassello is extremely versatile. Popular techniques include marble veining, gold leaf gilding, two-tone layering, subtle texture variations, and even dramatic crocodile-skin effects.
How durable is Grassello plaster?
When properly applied and sealed, Grassello is very durable and long-lasting. It is flexible, resists cracking better than many finishes, and can easily last decades with minimal maintenance.
Is Grassello environmentally friendly and safe?
Yes. It is made from natural lime and marble, is low or zero VOC, breathable, and naturally antimicrobial due to its high alkaline pH. It helps regulate indoor humidity and is safe for sensitive environments.
Can Grassello be applied over existing drywall or paint?
Yes. It can be applied over properly prepared drywall, existing smooth plaster, or painted walls. The smoother the substrate, the better the final high-gloss polished result.