Chloe used Tadelakt, a waterproof plaster originating from Morocco, to spectacular effect in her main bathroom. The lime plaster is rammed and treated with a soap to make it water-repellent. Applied as a paste, it’s perfect for curved surfaces, but is labour-intensive to apply. Here are her suggestions for using it:
+ Tadelakt is not cheap (about $150 per sq m) but worth every cent, so save it for a powder room or feature space your guests will see
+ The material is organic in its application and no two areas will look the same — this is the appeal
+ Suppliers use different methods to apply the plaster. Find out about these before deciding. Ask about maintenance and colour and get a sample board to check before installation. Make…
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Inside Out (Digital) - 1 Issue, May 2021