Go beyond standard paint with hand-applied specialty finishes that transform your walls into design features. Lime wash, Venetian plaster, faux finishes, textured coatings, and metallic accents — Atlas Home Pro’s expert painters bring artistic skill to every application in Los Angeles homes.
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Los Angeles design sensibility is unique — influenced by Mediterranean architecture, mid-century modernism, and contemporary minimalism. Specialty paint finishes are experiencing a renaissance as homeowners move away from flat white walls toward surfaces with texture, depth, and character. Atlas Home Pro’s craftsmen are trained in traditional and modern application techniques for every major specialty finish.
Lime wash has become one of the most requested specialty finishes in Los Angeles, particularly for Spanish colonial, Tuscan, and farmhouse-style homes. Made from slaked lime, it creates a soft, layered finish with natural color variation that develops character over time. It is breathable, naturally antimicrobial, and unlike paint, it absorbs into the surface rather than forming a film on top. We apply lime wash to interior walls, exterior stucco, fireplaces, and brick.
Venetian plaster (also called Marmorino or polished plaster) creates a smooth, stone-like surface with depth and sheen. It is applied in multiple thin coats and burnished to a high polish. The result is a wall that appears to have dimensionality and light reflection unlike any painted surface. Popular in luxury homes in Bel Air, Beverly Hills, and Pacific Palisades, Venetian plaster transforms living rooms, entryways, and fireplaces.
Faux finishes simulate the look of stone, wood, concrete, leather, and other materials using paint and skilled technique. We create color wash, sponging, dragging, stippling, and combing effects. Textured coatings range from fine sand textures to heavy knockdown patterns. These are especially popular for accent walls and feature areas in open-plan living spaces.
Metallic paints and glazes add warmth and glamour to accent walls, ceilings, and architectural details. We work with gold, silver, bronze, and copper metallic coatings as well as pearlescent glazes that shift with light direction. These finishes are particularly striking on coffered ceilings, built-in shelving, and powder room walls.
Chalk paint provides a matte, velvety finish on furniture, cabinets, and built-in pieces. It adheres to most surfaces without extensive sanding or priming, and is sealed with wax or matte varnish for durability. We refresh dated furniture, kitchen islands, and built-in shelving units with chalk paint for a fraction of the cost of replacement.
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Lime wash is a paint made from slaked lime that creates a soft, layered, slightly translucent finish with natural variation in color and texture. It gives walls a weathered, European-style appearance that has become extremely popular in LA’s Mediterranean and Spanish-style homes. Unlike regular paint, lime wash absorbs into the surface and develops character over time. It is also naturally antimicrobial and breathable — excellent for interior and exterior stucco.
Venetian plaster, when properly applied over a well-prepared substrate, is extremely durable and can last decades. Unlike paint, it does not peel or chip. Lime wash finishes are similarly durable and can be touched up or refreshed without a full repaint. Textured coatings and faux finishes typically last 10–20 years with normal care. All of our specialty finish work carries a satisfaction guarantee.
Specialty finishes typically cost 2 to 4 times more than standard painting due to the additional skill, time, and materials required. A standard interior wall might cost $2–4 per square foot to paint, while Venetian plaster runs $8–20 per square foot and lime wash runs $4–10 per square foot. Most homeowners apply specialty finishes to accent walls or focal areas, keeping total project cost reasonable while creating a dramatic visual impact.
It depends on the finish and the substrate. Lime wash can be applied over existing painted surfaces if the paint is well-adhered and the surface is clean. Venetian plaster typically requires a skim coat over drywall or existing plaster. Textured coatings can often go over existing paint with proper preparation. Atlas Home Pro will assess your walls during the free estimate and recommend the right preparation approach for your specific situation.
LA's dry climate is ideal for most specialty finishes. Lime wash thrives in low-humidity environments and perfectly complements the Spanish Colonial and Mediterranean architecture common throughout LA. Venetian plaster performs excellently in dry climates and does not develop mildew issues. For exterior applications, mineral-based coatings designed for intense sun exposure are recommended. We tailor our material and technique recommendations to each home's architecture and exposure.