Sand Finish, Granular Velvety Plaster

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Sand Finish

Sand Finish is a coarse-grained matte plaster purposefully blended with lightweight aggregate for relief texture. Inspired by granular Japanese Shikkui, Sand Finish transforms walls, ceilings, and fireplaces with its quiet depth and calming texture. Earthaus Sand is ideal for bespoke finishes that aim to mimic sandstone, adobe, or raw concrete.

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Calculate all of the materials needed for a Sand Finish plaster project.

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Sample-sized materials to make 5 square feet of Sand Finish.

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Handmade 6"x 6" Sand Finish sample tile in any Earthaus Color

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Sheen

None: matte

Texture

Coarse: high granularity

Tonal Variation

Low: minimal mottling

Suitable Areas

Substrate Preparation

Sand Finish can be applied over primed level-4 finished drywall or primed previously painted surfaces. Adding Primer Grit to the primer is recommended. Details can be found in the Sand Finish Application Guide.

Size: 5 cups

Coverage: Use 1 cup per gallon of primer

Cost: $25

Step 1

Primer + Earthaus Primer Grit

Prepare the substrate for Sand Finish by applying a water-based PVA or latex primer with added Primer Grit.

Step 2

Color: Mineral Pigment Pack

Mineral pigment is first blended into water before the powdered plaster is mixed in.
Size: 32 lb

Coverage: 100 ft²/ bag

Cost: $110

Step 3

One Base Coat: Sand Plaster

A 1/32" base coat of Sand Plaster is applied over a primer + Primer Grit prepared substrate. 1/32" is the thickness of a credit card.
Step 4

One Finish Coat: Sand Plaster

A second 1/32" coat is applied over the fully dried base coat. Total thickness: 1/16"
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Application Skills

Tools: Hawk and Trowel

Technique: Ability to apply plaster evenly.
PDF GUIDES

Earthaus Sand Finish requires plaster mixing and application tools. The link below will provide links to recommended tools. The tools listed are recommendations only - similar tools may also be suitable.

Sand Finish Recommended Tools

Earthaus Sand is a durable finish that can last a lifetime. For details on recommended upkeep for a Sand Finish, review the Sand Finish Care & Maintenance Guide.

Sand Finish | Care & Maintenance Guide

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