How can I revive Venetian plaster?
I want to redo my kitchen but don’t want to get rid of my accent wall. I just want to liven it up.
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I've seen people add a decorative accent stencil over it, in the same tones.
Here's some good info:https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/venetian-plaster-trend-guide
Here are some fun ideas using trim, stencils, wall paper and paint! https://thistimeofmine.com/10-accent-walls-that-will-spark-the-diy-in-you/
Can you share a photo? That would help us with ideas for you! :)
Here is an idea of painting over venetian plaster:
https://www.hunker.com/13417037/how-to-paint-over-waxed-venetian-plaster
Here is more info for you
https://www.pinterest.com/ishtarstar/plaster-walls/
Houzz has some info on painting venetian plaster as well
https://www.houzz.com/discussions/2767717/painting-over-venetian-plaster
You might be able to use some ideas from here: https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=venetian%20plaster