Sand Finish, Granular Velvety Plaster

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Sand Finish

Sand Finish is a matte, coarse-grained plaster formulated with lightweight aggregate to create natural relief and texture. With its quiet depth and velvety texture, it brings warmth and subtle movement to walls, ceilings, and fireplaces. Earthaus Sand is ideal for bespoke finishes inspired by 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, medium granularity

Tonal Variation

Low: minimal movement

Suitable Areas

Application Skills

Tools: Hawk and Trowel

Technique: Ability to apply plaster evenly.
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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: Two Coats of Sand Plaster
- A 1/32" base coat of Sand Plaster is applied over a prepared substrate. Let it completely dry.
- A 1/32" finish coat is applied over the fully dried base coat.
Total thickness: 1/16" ( 1/32" is the thickness of a credit card)
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