Tuscany Wall Finish: textured faux Stucco

[@macreal65]

I don't know when or where I gain an obsession with the distressed textured look come from. It could be an old farmhouse in Iowa or a rustic Italian kitchen in Tuscany. And I must say you did an incredible job showing us the techniques you used to get that look. Thank you so much.

[@tommie827]

This is the best instructional on how to do the Tuscany Wall Finish I have seen! I have been wanting to do this for 2 years. I think I can try it now. THANK YOU!

[@pjdebenedetti3214]

This is the most informative and easy to follow on this subject yet. Thank you

[@fionag8869]

Off topic but ur hair is gorgeous! I had hair like urs but got tired and cut it off, and i miss it everyday

[@patricianixon7674]

I think you did a really good hand finish on this job I've done drywall for years I did my house with a hand finish and I use regular sheetrock mud and just a base coat of light paint and then went over it with a darker color always. also did a Fresco finish also in the house and again applied a lighter paint coat on the base coat and then a darker coat over it. I use the medium roller the base and the top coat you just don't hit some spots when you go over it with the roller for the darker color on the top that's just the way I do it you just drag it a bit. I've been doing this for many years and I really enjoy that you can make all kinds of designs with the darker color over the light that's just beautiful what you did thank you for sharing.

[@crbusti]

Months of research im glad i ran into your video thank you so much

[@LegendaryJim]

I was just thinking about doing this since it'd be considerably easier than working with real stucco. thanks for the video.

[@louisebergeron6408]

Came out Beautiful! Thank You for the tutorial! Going to now tackle my bathroom!

[@jamesdean9084]

Beautiful results!

[@Stringlights_music]

This is EXACTLY what I was looking for, thanks a ton!

[@PegasusFleets]

Nice work !!

[@ingridjacobs4037]

Very lovey work - a true artist! We are redecorating and I’m wondering how to best reverse/remove this Tuscany texture. Should we spray it with vinegar/water and then try to scrape it off? Or would you recommend skim coating it instead? Any tips & tricks appreciated.

[@abigailkops1565]

You are so cool! I wish you had more videos, your tips are amazing and genius!!!

[@arteesta952]

Awwww, thank you so much Abigail! These videos are quite an effort to produce and I simply do not have the time. I do want to share my craft for those who appreciate it so I will continue the best that I can. xo

[@nikenike6747]

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[@intuitnow6866]

Great instructional. Thank you. I've been wanting to do something like this.

[@magfauxdecornzeadibe7973]

Good job thanks for sharing

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[@bethrod5582]

Wow!! 😄😃The perfect instructional video!!👍🌟 Thanx for the detailed explanation and references!!! Amazing masterpiece!!!😍🌟😍

[@PJParan]

I’ve been looking for the name of these finishes for a good week! Tuscany Finish! Thanks

[@politicalpartyagnostic268]

Absolutely fabulous!!! A beautiful transformation.

[@marblehead3398]

I love it! Thanks for teaching your technique!

[@paulbryan3863]

Good Afternoon Arteesta! We applied your technique in our kitchen, and after a slight learning curve and a little rework, everything turned out terrific! Do you have a recommendation for a protective sealant or clear coat to aid in cleanability without sacrificing the look?

[@arteesta952]

yes I do! Varathane Poly, Matte www.amazon.com/Rust-Oleum-262074-Varathane-Polyurethane-Interior/dp/B00RZYE01O?SubscriptionId=AKIAILSHYYTFIVPWUY6Q&tag=duckduckgo-ffab-20&linkCode=xm2&camp=2025&creative=165953&creativeASIN=B00RZYE01O Be sure to apply it with a brush, in a cross hatch, as rolling will cause bubbles.

[@stacyrosa6672]

Great video, but how do you manage not to end up with drywall schmutz all up in that gorgeous head of hair?

[@sonyasphere]

Just what I was looking for. Have you ever mixed tint in the compound to speed up the process? I think it could work but then not as far as the "wipe off with sponge" look goes...but perhaps I could go back into select areas and darken for the necessary contrast? I'm a landlord as well as an artist, so wanting to apply a drywall compound texture to cover some damaged walls but not really spend the time. I've done several brick walls (success and awesome) but don't want to spend the time on such a look in a college student rental! I want it to look good...but quickly!

[@arteesta952]

yes, I have. Keep in mind that the plaster is white so if you mix brown with it you get a pinkish color. Gray's work well. You can also paint the plaster after it drys, then burnish the glaze over it. I have a video on that technique I did on a wine cellar you might want to check out. I wish you the best Sonya!

[@sonyasphere]

Arteesta thanks! I'll check it out!

[@sonyasphere]

Arteesta it's funny, when I started watching my first thought was "her hair!" I was worried you'd be getting that long hair all crusty! Lol my hair isn't super long like yours, but it's crazy curly and has a mind of its own... I do my prep with it free but always have a band around my wrist to get it out of my way when it's paint time! I even have a shower cap for ceiling jobs! Lol

[@JudiChristopher]

"WOW" BEAUTIFUL...

[@Medowde]

Amazing video 👐

[@paulstephens9274]

Need get that backsplash painted too

[@MG-ze3lf]

Hello can you tell me what paint and primer you use plus the glaze. Can't seem to find it anywhere? Thanks. And where to buy that base color?

[@michellecollins9049]

Ditto on the question, can you please give the paint and glaze colors? Thanks so much

[@andrewwillis4911]

Great look, but primer should always be used over raw plaster, joint compound, etc. due to the chalkiness they have when dry. Paint, glaze, or stain never truly bonds to this surface without primer, and polyurethane or any clear coat does nothing for durability. Any finish is only as lasting and functional as the substrate underneath it.

[@kayjay3898]

I’ve been looking for a tutorial on this technique because I actually helped a family friend 25 years ago do this to several of my parents house. I was very young so I remember the painting but not exactly how we did the stucco… She was an amazing painter and she would do home projects like this for a day job. We did not use any primer and painted on top of it was for my parents home. It never came off ever including bathrooms. Now I don’t remember what paint we use but we did use a glaze so maybe it was the primer plus paint like she used here??? IDK

[@stephenlethem1809]

What color is the Behr paint? I would like to copy this look.

[@LizT207]

Beautiful

[@johnkeith5341]

Hi Arteesta. Thanks for the vid! I'm doing my daughter's room soon in a Star Wars theme and am going for a Tatooine house look/feel (think of desert mud huts) and I think this can be accomplished using the technique you demonstrate here. Quick question, did you apply primer prior to the joint compound application?

[@arteesta952]

Hi John, no I didn't add a primer. You can add a colorant to it for added effect but be aware that it will thin it. You can also paint over the plaster once it's dried and then glaze it. Check out this video for variations of plastered effects: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqi5q6GGlJuWpJY

[@renee3015]

Where do you get the rounded trowels? I've looked online and at supply stores to no avail!😞

[@ronnieingle1447]

The music sounds so cool at 2.0 speed

[@fredyfroggamergo2860]

i did that to my walls and im sanding it off cos i hink it looks a mess

[@chrisrobbins3888]

Are you using quickset mud?

[@fidelfernandez3006]

Are you using regular drywall mud ?

[@arteesta952]

yes!

[@SM75j]

My plaster of Paris dries sooo fast. It dries before I can get it all on, I am mixing 2 parts Paris, 1 part water. Please help!!!!!!

[@firesteelbushcraft]

I work as a general contractor, so I've done my fair share of painting, but THIS is a whole different level of work. How can I learn this? Your videos are all AMAZING, btw! Thank you for sharing. Did you go to school for this?

[@arteesta952]

Hi firesteelbushcraft, thank you for your kind words! I didn't go to school for faux. I'm an artist who did murals and my clients and designers asked me if I could do "this" and "that" so I would just go to my studio and figure it out! This was over 20 years ago, before KZbin. Now you can learn just about anything from the internet. I do know some products like Faux Effects teaches seminars and courses on how to use their products. I recommend you start there in your search. Best of luck to you!

[@firesteelbushcraft]

Thank you!

[@JudiChristopher]

@Salnsd Don't be RUDE!!!

[@dustingouedy6393]

What color is the glaze?

[@tinaburns27]

where did you get your rounder trowels

[@tinaburns27]

rounded

[@JamesScottGuitar]

*How do I get rid of this finish?*

[@arteesta952]

power sand it off. If you're not committed to this finish you might want to just burnish the glaze over a painted wall instead of the actual texture.

[@aishaacar846]

do you offer service?

[@frankpeters6481]

Are you Connected?.

[@oftin_wong]

It's not faux stucco because that's how you do stucco ...its largely up to the person applying it how they finish it

[@GhettoStudio4]

Fine deminstration

[@shellykirkmeyer]

Too bad you didn't show what type of mud /texture you used. :(

[@elmeradams8781]

It's sheetrock mud. Costs $10 for 30lb brick (or there abouts) at any lowes, home depot, etc.

[@pearlperlitavenegas2023]

@@elmeradams8781 it's now $12 ):

[@IRONWEED_]

very 1997

[@timprague2516]

You forgot the primer!! That’s why your drywall mud was getting to wet. Remember 1- prime using primer or satin paint, them your paint and glaze.

[@intuitnow6866]

Her technique worked GREAT FOR ME! No primer. If you like this look, just try it! You'll be glad you did. Salnsd is clearly inexperienced. The proof is in the finished product.

[@arteesta952]

No, I didn't forget the primer. This look was VERY intentional. I have another video where I did use paint before the glaze. Perhaps this is more of what you are looking for: kzbin.info/www/bejne/nqi5q6GGlJuWpJY

[@JudiChristopher]

@Salnsd The only think "Horrible" here is your Manners... Why are you so RUDE & MEAN? If you don't like this video... Please... Move ON!!!

[@thec4ke]

Scratch coats are for multicoat plaster and stucco systems. You don't need one for faux plaster joint compound over drywall. Also anyone good with a knife can do this without making a mess on the casings.

[@thec4ke]

Plaster and stucco cure through a relatively slow chemical reaction with with water, the point of a scratch coat is to retain moisture in the scratches so the brown coat cures properly. Ordinary joint compound adheres through evaporation, and as such will easily stick to the paper or itself. That's why you don't see drywallers scratching their undercoats. Textured drywall has been extremely common in the US for more than half a century, if it's painted properly it won't have durability issues.