Travertine wall from lime plaster: Coloseum Grassus and Parvus
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A travertine wall does not have to mean stone tiles. The same look comes from a lime plaster based on crushed marble, applied with a trowel or shaped by hand, without cutting or grouting. At Decoraton we have two such plasters: Coloseum Grassus with a distinct stone pattern and Coloseum Parvus with a subtler one. Below: how they differ, where to use them, how much material you need and how to seal the wall.
What is travertine made from lime plaster?
It is a plaster that faithfully reproduces the look of travertine and sandstone. It is based on naturally coloured crushed marble from one of three quarries in the world. The binder is lime, so the wall remains mineral and breathes.
Stone tiles are a different product. Here we are talking about plaster: one continuous surface without grout lines.
Grassus or Parvus: which to choose?
| Coloseum Grassus | Coloseum Parvus | |
|---|---|---|
| Aggregate grain size | up to 2.0 mm | up to 0.6 mm |
| Stone pattern | Distinct and legible: you can see the travertine from the other end of the room | Subtler: visible up close, calm from a distance |
| Where | Indoors and outdoors, in dry and damp rooms | |
| Packs | 8 kg and 25 kg | |
If the travertine is to be the main feature of the wall, choose Coloseum Grassus. If it is to be a backdrop for the interior, choose Coloseum Parvus.
Where can you create travertine from plaster?
Both plasters are used indoors and outdoors, in dry and damp rooms. The plaster can be drawn with a trowel or shaped by hand, like Greek-style plaster.
How to prepare the wall
- Thoroughly dampen the wall with water before application.
- On surfaces not compatible with a lime binder, use a bonding primer.
- The plaster can also be applied over carbonated lime paint.
Sealing with soap
Travertine made from lime plaster is sealed with soap, which forms lime soap with the lime. It seals the surface without taking away its breathability.
- Apply the soap when the plaster is touch-dry.
- With a brush, in 3–4 coats.
- No later than 24 hours after applying the plaster.
How much material do you need and what does it cost?
As a guide: 8 kg of plaster for about 5 m², 25 kg for about 20 m², plus soap: 1 l and 5 l respectively.
| Area | Coloseum plaster | Soap | Material total |
|---|---|---|---|
| approx. 5 m² | 8 kg: PLN 250 | 1 l: PLN 45 | PLN 295 |
| approx. 20 m² | 25 kg: PLN 650 | 5 l: PLN 199 | PLN 849 |
Prices from our shop as of 20 October 2026; Grassus and Parvus prices are the same. This is the cost of material, excluding labour. Actual consumption depends on the absorbency of the surface and the technique, so for larger areas give us a call: +48 605 642 777. Phone advice is free.
Frequently asked questions
Can travertine plaster be used outdoors?
Yes. Coloseum Grassus and Parvus are used indoors and outdoors, in dry and damp rooms.
How does Coloseum Grassus differ from Parvus?
In aggregate grain size: Grassus, up to 2.0 mm, gives a distinct stone pattern; Parvus, up to 0.6 mm, a subtler one, visible up close.
Can travertine plaster be applied over lime paint?
Yes, over carbonated lime paint. On surfaces not compatible with a lime binder, a bonding primer is needed.
How much travertine plaster do you need per m²?
As a guide, 8 kg for about 5 m² and 25 kg for about 20 m², plus soap for sealing.
How should travertine lime plaster be sealed?
With soap, by brush in 3–4 coats, no later than 24 hours after applying the plaster. The soap seals the surface without taking away its breathability.
See the full range in the decorative lime plasters collection.
Planning a travertine wall? Call us: +48 605 642 777. We will help you choose the plaster and calculate the material.