Consult with your plaster caster to determine the best product for your use.Ī second very common myth is that plaster is heavy. The reinforcement serves two purposes: 1) Gives the plaster strength, allowing the use of standard carpentry anchors (screws, toggle bolts etc.) in “hanging” the ornament 2) Allows for the use of less plaster, resulting in lighter cast weight.Īdditionally, there are a wide range of resistant Plaster of Paris products (Tuf-Cal, Hydrocal to name just two) that allow casting of interior ornamental designs where traditional Plaster of Paris would not be recommended. The final step involves applying a final layer of plaster over the reinforcement, essentially encasing this material within the plaster. During manufacturing, the plaster molds are first partially filled with plaster, followed by the introduction of the reinforcing material. The most common reinforcing materials are hemp (shredded ship rope, in lieu of the horse hair used in the old days!), or fiberglass, either sprayed or in mesh form. This reinforcement serves in a sense to bind the plaster together. Ornamental plaster is comprised of essentially three materials: 1) molding plaster, 2) water and 3) some type of reinforcing material. One of the most common myths about plaster ornament is that it is fragile and hard to install, when in reality plaster is quite durable and can be installed with standard carpentry tools.
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MYTH – Plaster is Fragile and Hard to Install Standard carpentry tools can be used for your installations. View our videos to see how easy plaster is to install. Design Detail and scope of designs that are prohibitively expensive in wood.Reinforced With Natural Hemp Fibers for Strength and Ease of Installation.All Natural Green Materials – No Plastics of any kind.Highly Detailed – Historically Accurate.We continue to offer authentic plaster designs that feature the same characteristics that has made plaster the product of choice for well over 150 years:
Over the next few decades we employed dozens of European artisans who modeled and carved the beautiful designs you are viewing. Returns/refunds cannot be acceptedĭecorators Supply’s history as a manufacturer of plaster ornamentation can be traced back to the World’s Columbian Exhibition of 1893 which provided the catalyst for our early growth and prosperity.
4-6 weeks is the typical lead time for mouldings, ceilings and large orders.2 weeks is the typical lead time for medallions, corbels and specialty items.Specialty Items: Large Shields, Large Festoons, Niche Shells.Column Capitals & Pilaster Capitals – Select Styles & Sizes.
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