Novacolor Venetian plaster

We offer one of New Zealand’s most extensive Venetian plaster ranges, with over 80 curated finishes from Novacolor designed to suit a wide range of architectural styles. From soft, mineral textures to more refined, polished surfaces, our decorative plaster systems can be tailored to achieve almost any interior outcome.

Applied by skilled artisans, each Venetian plaster finish is applied by hand - creating bespoke wall finishes with depth, texture and lasting appeal.

A refined approach to textured, mineral surfaces

On the wall of

Black rectangular sign with the word 'LSD' written upside down in white capital letters
A close-up of a yellow butterfly resting on a yellow flower.
KAYU STUDIO logo in black text on a white background
Logo for 1AB Interiors with stylized '1AB' and the word 'INTERIORS' underneath

Our Venetian plaster range

Novacolor Venetian plaster brings together traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design - creating surfaces with depth, texture and a natural sense of materiality.

Animamundi Close Up

ANIMAMUNDI

A metallic plaster with soft undertones and layered movement.

Marmorino KS Stairwell Textured

MARMORINO KS

A smooth, satin Venetian plaster finish with cloud-like tonal variation.

Materia Viva Textured Plaster

MATERIA VIVA

A textured Venetian plaster range defined by natural aggregates.

Archi Tadelakt Showroom ABI

ARCHI+TADELAKT

A smooth, polished plaster with a soft sheen and fluid movement.

Archi Argilla Textured Wall

ARCHI+ARGILLA

A fine, matte clay plaster with a delicate, powdery texture.

TEODORICO

A smooth, semi-polished Venetian plaster with a marble-like finish.

Calce Cruda Textured Plaster NZ

CALCE CRUDA

A softly textured lime and clay plaster with a natural, matte finish.

Textured Wall With Archi Pietra

ARCHI+PIETRA

A heavily textured plaster that mimics natural stone.

MARMUR FINE

A softly textured Venetian plaster with natural tonal variation.

Specification information

Application: Interior walls | feature walls | ceilings

Thickness: Approx. 1–2 mm total system (depending on finish)

Texture: Smooth | satin | polished | matte | textured | mineral movement

Colour: Extensive curated colour range with custom tinting options available

Suitable substrates: Plasterboard (GIB) | cement board | concrete | plastered surfaces (properly prepared and primed)

Suitable for: Residential & commercial interiors | feature surfaces | low to moderate traffic areas

Substrate preparation: Level 4 finish required for walls with no visible fixings.

Living room featuring a beige sofa with a patterned pillow, wall-mounted white shelves with decorative items, and a large white vase with a leafless branch in the corner.

Venetian plaster FAQS

  • Venetian plaster can be applied to properly prepared plasterboard, new or existing plaster and previously painted surfaces. Substrate preparation is key to achieving a consistent, high-quality finish. We require a Level 4 paint finish prior to application.

  • We do not recommend Venetian plaster for wet areas. For full wet areas such as showers, we typically recommend our microcement systems.

  • Venetian plaster is highly durable and long-lasting when applied correctly. Its mineral composition allows it to age naturally while maintaining its integrity over time. We offer a 10-year warranty on our products.

  • Yes - we offer a curated collection of colours for our Venetian plaster. We also provide a colour matching service.

  • Our finishes are applied by trained and certified applicators to ensure the correct system build-up and a high-quality result.

  • For areas with direct and constant water exposure, such as showers, we recommend microcement.

Start your project with The Finish

Whether you are specifying, pricing or ready to build, we can guide you to the right system and connect you with the right applicator.