Vallie’s first project utilizing the Safra plasters was a late 19th century Victorian Italianate structure designed by the late architect F.E. Ruffini. He was commissioned to restore the historical walls and to address other areas of the interior.
The Italian plasters we use are the finest in the world. They are non-toxic, non-flammable, non-allergenic and are very durable.
The over the counter Venetian Plasters sold in the U.S are not true Venetian plaster they are a faux plaster or thick paint. Also they are toxic chemical based formulations that have warnings of their uses. The chemists at Safra have been formulating plasters for over 40 years and are committed to the continuing process of developing the finest plasters in the world.
These authentic formulations are manufactured by Safra, a fourth generation family owned business located in Verona, Italy. The highest quality of raw materials include the finest marble and limestones available. The difference also is in their pigments, they are restoration quality, semi clear mineral oxides.
Considering the simple fact that over 70 Italian paint manufacturers buy their Venetian plasters and decorative finishes from Safra under their own name (7 among Italy's top 10 among them), which fact should imply at least that Safra Plasters are among the very best.
Italian Plasters have existed for centuries in Europe and are becoming very popular here in the States. This medium will be the finish of the future and continue to have a great impact on the architectual community.
One of the most favored is the Veneziano, Safra spent 10 years developing this synthetic resin based plaster. It is the only Venetian Plaster that does not require a top coat or wax and can be used in a shower stall or even outside.
The other finish that is capturing the market with its Tuscany look is the Aquarello. The Aquarello is Grafitti resistant and is very durable, will not scratch, and can be washed or scrubbed with any detergents.
ARTENOVA by SAFRA - produces true authentic Italian plasters imported from Verona, Italy.
They are very respected in Italy, France, Germany, Japan, England and most of Europe.
The lime based plasters contain marble flour and grasello, breathable mold resistant
preventing dust mites from burrowing into the walls creating an
allergy free enviroment. Non Flammable, Non Toxic and will last forever.
With 15 plasters to choose from and over 1200 colors you will not be
disappointed by such a product.
Most can be used inside or outside with restrictions.
Color- Safras colorants were the only ones considered by the Italian government
for the restoration work of the frescos in Florence's Cathedral Dome of Brunelleschi,
this building has the largest dome in the world made entirely of brick; an architectural and engineering marvel, an important
piece of Italy's art history.
CALCENOVA - The Venetian Stuccoes. The mineral finish traditional of Italian decoration school. Unparalleled breathability and mold resistance.
TEXTURED FRESCONOVA - Venetian Plaster - Luxury environments where warmth of effect and naturality of the finish are predominant in respect to mechanical performance.
FIORENTINO - Matt finish Venetian Plaster. Breathable Water-repellent, Extra-Hard, Extra-Washable, Retouchable in Time.
VENEZIANO - Smoothest Venetian Plaster. Breathable Water-repellent, Extra-Hard, Extra-Washable, Self-Polishing. Retouchable in Time.
VENEZIANO with wax - Smoothest Venetian Plaster. Use wherever the emotion of mineral plaster is required, but with extra performance (Luxury Public Environments, Humid Areas....)
MARMORINO - Extremely Smooth, Semi-Matt Plaster finish with marble dust. Extremely Breathable, Natural mineral finish. Very classical finish, historically more popular in the northern part of Italy.
STRANGE MARMORINO - Extremely Smooth, Semi-Matt Plaster finish with marble dust. For use on Exteriors or Interiors. High-end residential estates where natural products are required. Luxury public areas where no special surface abuses are expected.
AQUARELLO - Aerosol Graffiti Resistant used in Urban historical buildings. Synthetic Water-Based
AQUARELLO with interest - Aerosol Graffiti Resistant used in Urban historical buildings. Synthetic Water-Based
MURI D'ARTE - Sound and thermal insulation capabilities. Extremely user friendly. Rustic looking Italian Plaster.
ETRURIA 02 - Textured matt & shiny. For use on Exteriors and Interiors. Elastomeric and Very High scrub resistance and detergents resistance.
TRAVERTINO - Subtle, Extremely Smooth. Matt Plaster finish with marble dust and selected sands. High-end residential estates where natural products are required. Luxury public areas where no special surface abuses are expected.
TROWEL MANTOVANO - The mineral finish traditional of Italian decoration school. Unparalleled breathability and mold resistance.
MANTOVANO - The mineral finish traditional of Italian decoration school. Unparalleled breathability and mold resistance. Luxury environments where warmth of effect and naturality of the finish are predominant in respect to mechanical performance.
RESIN MANTOVANO - Breathable Water-repellent, Extra-Hard, Extra-Washable, Self-Polishing. Retouchable in Time. Wherever the emotion of mineral plaster is required, but with extra performance (Luxury Public Environments, Humid Areas....)
STUCCO RAMONO - Smooth Venetian Plaster - Breathable Water-repellent, -Hard, Washable, Self-Polishing.
LIBERTY - Matt "Lime-milk". Extremely Breathable, Natural mineral paint. Anti-mold. Hygenizing. Use for Residential estates where natural products are required.
