Specialist & Decorative Finishes
We provide specialist and decorative finishing works for residential renovation projects across West Limerick and County Limerick, with a particular focus on microcement and Venetian plaster finishes. These finishes are typically incorporated as part of wider renovation or interior upgrade projects where careful preparation, detailing and sequencing are required.
Specialist finishes require correct specification, suitable substrates and controlled application. Our approach is to assess where these finishes are appropriate within a project and to ensure the necessary groundwork is completed before application begins.
Scope of Specialist Finish Works
Specialist and decorative finish works may include microcement wall and floor finishes, Venetian plaster and polished plaster finishes, and other bespoke surface treatments where appropriate. These finishes are selected based on the location, expected use, moisture exposure and long-term maintenance requirements.
Each finish is assessed individually to confirm suitability for the space and compatibility with the underlying structure and materials.
Microcement Finishes
Microcement is a thin, continuous finish that can be applied to walls and floors where suitable substrates and preparation are in place. It is commonly used in bathrooms, kitchens and living spaces as part of renovation projects. Correct preparation, moisture management and detailing are critical to long-term performance, and suitability is assessed on a project-by-project basis before works proceed.
Venetian and Polished Plaster Finishes
Venetian and polished plaster finishes are decorative wall finishes applied in controlled layers to achieve a smooth or textured appearance. These finishes require stable substrates and careful application conditions. We assess each area individually to ensure the finish is appropriate for the space, lighting conditions and intended use.
Preparation and Substrate Requirements
Correct preparation is essential for specialist finishes. This may include substrate correction, levelling, priming, reinforcement and moisture control where required. Finishes are only applied once the substrate meets the necessary tolerances to reduce the risk of cracking, debonding or surface defects over time.
Where specialist finishes are proposed in wet or high-use areas, suitability is reviewed carefully before proceeding.
Integration Within Renovation Projects
Specialist finishes are often integrated into wider renovation works, including bathrooms, kitchens and general interior upgrades. Where this is the case, works are sequenced to ensure other trades are completed before final finishes are applied, reducing the risk of damage or rework.
Coordination with designers, architects or other appointed professionals can be accommodated where required, with responsibility for design intent and specification remaining with the relevant parties.
Durability, Maintenance and Long-Term Performance
Decorative finishes are specified with consideration for durability, maintenance requirements and long-term performance. We advise clients on where specialist finishes such as microcement or Venetian plaster are appropriate, and where more conventional finishes may be better suited to the space and intended use.
Our focus is on delivering finishes that perform reliably and integrate cleanly within the overall renovation.
Discussing Specialist or Decorative Finishes
If you are considering microcement, Venetian plaster or other specialist finishes in West Limerick or surrounding areas, we provide practical, early-stage guidance to help assess suitability, preparation requirements and sequencing within the wider project. Initial discussions focus on understanding the space, substrate condition and intended finish before progressing to detailed planning.
Specialist finishes are often incorporated as part of wider interior upgrade projects. Learn more about our interior upgrades and re-design services.