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Concrete-effect skim coat and travertine for your wall in Brno

In Brno and the surrounding area we create the look of exposed concrete or natural travertine with a thin skim coat applied directly to your existing wall. No demolition, no extra load on the ceiling, and a smooth or boldly textured surface, as you prefer.

Concrete and travertine without heavy materials

A concrete-effect skim coat gives a wall the industrial look of exposed concrete, while travertine gives a warm stone pattern with fine pores. Both finishes are made as a thin layer directly on the existing wall, so nothing is tiled or glued on. In Brno and the surrounding area we do them in living rooms, kitchens, hallways and bathrooms.

Prices: concrete effect starts from 1 200 CZK/m², exposed concrete imitation and travertine from 1 500 CZK/m². Depending on the pattern chosen, dividing joints or geometric lines resembling concrete panels can also be made on the wall. You can find more about guide prices in the price list.

Where it works well

A concrete-effect skim coat combines well with wood, black elements and dark doors, travertine with the warm colours of furniture. In a kitchen or bathroom it is used with a protective coating, which we choose according to how much water the wall is expected to get. If the wall will come into direct contact with water, for example in a shower area, talk to us beforehand, because not every technique is suitable for such a place.

The base decides

The skim coat holds on a firm, clean and level base. That is why we check the wall before applying, repair cracks and prime it. The more level the wall, the cleaner the surface. Before work begins we can make a sample, so you can see how the shade looks in your own lighting. The wall preparation page will help with the next steps.

Guide prices

Prices

Decorative plaster and skim coats

Concrete effect
from 1 200 CZK/m²
Exposed concrete look
from 1 500 CZK/m²
Travertine
from 1 500 CZK/m²

The prices shown are a guide. We will prepare an exact price after a free visit.

From our work

Examples

Answers to common questions

Frequently asked questions

How much does a concrete-effect skim coat cost per m² in Brno?

Concrete effect starts from 1 200 CZK/m², exposed concrete imitation from 1 500 CZK/m². Travertine starts from 1 500 CZK/m². The price depends on the condition of the wall, the pattern chosen and the size of the area, so take the amounts above as a guide. We prepare a free, no-obligation quote after a visit in Brno and the surrounding area, or from photographs.

Can a concrete-effect skim coat be done in a bathroom?

We do concrete-effect skim coats in bathrooms in Brno, but it depends on where the water splashes. For walls outside the shower area a suitable protective coating is enough. Directly in the shower you need to allow for a waterproof build-up, which is best discussed in advance during the visit. The guide price for concrete effect is from 1 200 CZK/m².

What is a travertine skim coat and what does it look like?

Travertine is a natural stone with a fine porous pattern and a warm sandy shade. The skim coat imitates it in a thin layer directly on the wall, without tiles and without extra load on the ceiling. The price starts from 1 500 CZK/m². It suits a living room, dining room or bathroom and goes well with wood. We can try the shade in advance on a sample.

What is the difference between concrete effect and exposed concrete imitation?

Concrete effect is a looser, softer surface that recalls concrete. Exposed concrete imitation aims for a faithful look of raw concrete, which is why it costs more: from 1 500 CZK/m², while concrete effect is from 1 200 CZK/m². We will show which one suits your space in photographs and on a sample directly on the wall.

Can a concrete-effect skim coat be done on old plaster or on wallpaper?

On firm old plaster, usually yes. Wallpaper has to be removed from the wall first, and removing old wallpaper costs from 50 CZK/m². If needed we repair the surface by filling from 80 CZK/m² and prime it before the skim coat from 20 CZK/m². We will judge whether the base is suitable during the visit.

Where is a concrete-effect skim coat most often done?

Most often on the wall behind the sofa or the television, in a hallway, in a kitchen between the kitchen cabinets, or on all the walls of a living room. Thanks to the thin layer it adds no load to the ceiling or the wall, and nothing has to be demolished. As a guide: concrete effect is from 1 200 CZK/m², and we calculate the price for your space after a free visit.

How long does a skim coat take and what needs to be prepared?

The skim coat is applied in several layers and each must dry, so work on one wall takes longer than ordinary painting. The exact time depends on the area, the pattern and the condition of the wall, and we estimate it during the visit. From the room you only need to remove small items and pictures; we cover the floor and furniture and clean up after the work.

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Brno and surroundings

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Write to barvyzivota.cz@gmail.com, or call +420 795 500 453.