How to apply Subtle stone: A step-by-step guide
Volare — Subtle Stone Venetian Plaster (Online Course)
Volare, also known as Marmorino Medium, is a refined Venetian plaster that produces a subtle stone effect. Made with lime, mineral fillers, and inorganic pigments, this premium decorative coating offers natural elegance and durability.
In this course, you’ll learn how to apply Volare to achieve a soft, contemporary stone look — perfect for both residential and commercial interiors.
This step-by-step tutorial is suitable for both beginners and professionals. From surface prep to advanced application and sealing, you’ll gain the skills needed to create a flawless subtle stone effect using Volare.
What you’ll learn
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Correct surface preparation and primers for textured Marmorino
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The essential products and additives required for this finish
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Recommended tools for best results (including specialist trowels)
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Step-by-step application techniques for a consistent, high-end look
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How to seal and maintain the surface for long-lasting durability
Materials:
- Fissacrill
- Primainfinito
- Volare
- Rain Protex sealer
Tools:
- 6mm Stilmirror Trowel
- 80mm Spatula
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320 Grit Sanding Disc (optional finer grit for softer finish)
- Masking tape (Universal & low tack)
READY MADE KIT TO ORDER
We have put together for your convenience a kit for all products and tools you need for this course, you can purchase this on Italiano stucco site (for UK only) LINK TO KIT
Other essential needed for the course which you can buy from various places:
- Roller & tray
- Car Sponge
- Bucket & whisk for mixing
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Sample Boards – 60 × 40 cm, 6 mm MDF/ply (practice first)
All products and tools featured in the course are linked directly to suppliers, so you can source them easily. With lifetime access, you can learn at your own pace — pause, rewind, and replay as needed until you’ve perfected the Subtle Stone effect.
👉 Enroll today to master this refined Venetian plaster technique.
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