Hi... I'm getting ready to do our kitchen in Behr venetian plaster and have a couple of questions...
- I've stripped off the old wallpaper that was in there (very tough). As a result, some of the underlying paint, etc has come off creating an uneven finish (drywall). Since I'm plastering over it, I wasn't concerned about the imperfections - but have since read that the wall needs to be patched, sanded and very smooth before application (primed also). Can someone explain why the wall needs to be pristine before I plaster over it?
- I've not purchased the plaster yet. Does it come in particular colors? or do you create your own?
- What is the point of holding the trowel at 15-30 deg on the first coat, and 60-90 deg on the second? I assume the different angles cause the plaster to go on differently and create the appropriate 'look'?
- When applying, should I make X's or random strokes?
Any other advice from those that have been through this is much appreciated!
Randy