1. Assemble the selected system and tools
Confirm the decorative product, colour, any primer or base treatment and the final wax or sealer specified for the wall. Choose the trowel and other tools for that finish. A polished surface and a more pronounced texture require different tool control.
2. Clean the equipment
Remove dried plaster and other contamination from the trowel and mixing tools. Residue can drag through the fresh finish or leave unwanted marks. Continue checking the tools during application.
3. Protect floors and surrounding finishes
Cover the work area and protect furniture, fittings and adjacent surfaces before opening the material. Plan how waste and cleaning water will be handled. Keep the work area accessible and tidy.
4. Mask the edges
Use suitable masking at ceilings, frames and other junctions. Clean the contact area so the tape adheres, and follow the tape and coating instructions for removal. Agree the termination detail before starting.
5. Assess and prepare the substrate
The wall must be sound, clean and suitably dry. Remove loose or peeling material. Investigate cracks and moisture stains, carry out appropriate repairs and correct significant unevenness. Texture may soften the appearance of minor variation, but it does not replace repair or levelling.
6. Confirm whether primer is required
There is no blanket no-primer rule for every wall. Ask MacoAvell to confirm the preparation for the actual substrate, existing coating and selected finish. Use the current product instructions and an adhesion assessment where appropriate.
7. Make a sample before the full wall
Test the complete sequence and inspect it after drying under the room’s lighting. Record the agreed colour, texture, tools and final treatment. Follow the relevant safety data sheet for handling, protective equipment and ventilation.
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