A company I work with sent me the premiere issue of Hawk & Trowel magazine because they thought I’d be interested in its articles.  And how!  It is a new magazine brought to you by Professional Trade Publications.  They publish magazines, such as Concrete Decor, that cater to the needs of specific trades in the building, architecture and design industries.

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In the issue is an article written by Amy B. Johnson entitled  Venetian Plaster: Lime vs. Synthetic.  It is one of the best articles I have ever read with respect to this subject.  Many people simply don’t know the difference between the various types of Venetian Plaster available and the different techniques needed to ensure a beautiful and lasting result.  Great read.

If you are a faux finisher or Venetian plaster artisan, click on the link to subscribe to this magazine (it’s free to the trade).  I hope you enjoy it as much as I have! 

P.S.  What is a Hawk?  It’s a hand-held tool that’s used to hold plaster (seen on the cover above).  You just put a good amount of material on it and it makes it easier and faster to load your trowel.  Better than continuously stooping to your plaster container or even worse, getting up and down the ladder.