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Fibrous Plasterwork

Fibrous plaster is a type of plaster mixed with jute (sometimes called hessian) fibres or milled grass. The resulting fibrous plasterwork is typically lightweight, durable and fire-resistant. Fibrous plaster is often used to create complex or ornate forms and is widely used to enhance the decor in theatres, stately homes and opulent buildings, public and private. The team at Keaneys can produce dazzling fibrous plasterwork for any setting that will increase your building's beauty and value.

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Advantages and Disadvantages

  • Advantages of Fibrous Plasterwork

    • Its light: Fibrous plaster is lighter than traditional plaster. This makes it easier to install and less impactful on walls, columns and other items.
    • Its versatile: Fibrous plaster can be moulded into a wide variety of shapes, both simple and intricate.
    • Its durable: Fibrous plaster will typically last longer than regular plaster of Paris.
    • It has wide-range applications: Fibrous plaster will work equally well in both legacy and modern homes and commercial buildings.

  • Disadvantages of Fibrous Plasterwork

    • Requires specialised repair: : If the fibrous plasterwork is struck and cracks or breaks, you will need to call in a specialist to repair it properly.
    • It may attract fungus: Plasterwork can sometimes trap moisture that attracts fungus. This can be mitigated by occasional inspections and some basic maintenance.
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Fibrous Plasterwork: Applications

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Coving and cornice:

The decorative mouldings create a
visually satisfying transition between wall and ceiling.

Ceiling roses

long a staple of Victorian era homes and lately seeing a resurgence, ceiling roses
occupy the centre of a ceiling, often with a light fixture extending down from
the centre of the rose.

Friezes

Plaster friezes are sometimes used to break up what would otherwise be
large, monotonous sections of wall. They may be simple or complex, approx 10 to
15 cm tall and may extend right around an entire room.

Corbels

Corbels are a decorative item that acts as a transition between areas that end abruptly and the wall below.

Capitals

Capitals can be found atop columns and
are typically either Doric, Ionic or Corinthian in design. (Though hybrid
designs are sometimes used as well.)

Contact Keaneys

With nearly 4 decades of experience and a hard-won reputation for quality and dependability, Keaneys are the ones to call when your decorative fibrous plasterwork needs to be done right. To learn more, call us on 0208 660 1538, or write to us at: info@keaneys.co.uk.

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