Exploring Roman Clay Fireplace Wall Texture

The Roman Clay Fireplace Texture is a great option for achieving a stylish concrete look at an affordable price. It's a practical choice for those looking to enhance their space without overspending.

Application Process

The application process was enjoyable and felt like a rewarding DIY project. I was pleasantly surprised by the savings compared to more expensive materials like tile or stone. It really offers a good alternative for budget-conscious renovations.

Perfect Match!

The texture vibes so well with the wood accents around my fireplace. It’s stylish without being all “look at me!” and I couldn’t be happier with how it turned out. I’m basically over the moon about how fabulous it looks! 🌟

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I got my inspiration here on Pinterest. You can find the directions on her website or direct from Portola Paints.

DIY Roman Clay Fireplace Texture

Portola’s Roman Clay is an eco-friendly plaster finish ideal for smooth interior walls. Applied using a putty knife, Roman Clay provides a versatile finish able to achieve a wide range of stone, stucco and marble-like effects, making it a perfect fit in both traditional and contemporary settings.

This decorative clay based plaster is made from natural ingredients, is virtually zero VOC, and lends a rustic originality to interior surfaces. Roman Clay is smooth to the touch with a modeling marble-like effect, comparable to Venetian plasters but with a more subtle, organic appeal.

Achieve a natural, ultra low sheen finish by leaving the final coat unsanded or add a protective seal and slight sheen with Portola’s Roman Clay Topcoat. They have different recommendations for topcoats, but I ended up using Modern Master's Dead Flat Varnish from Amazon as I didn't want any sheen.

Roman Clay is available in a broad range of standard and custom colors.

Interested in my applying Roman Clay in your home, message me!

Electric Fireplace

I chose to go with an electric fireplace because it was the most affordable option for me. Since my fireplace is not on an exterior wall, it would have cost more for venting and hookups to go with gas, and I didn't want the work of a real wood burning fireplace.

I still wanted to create a cozy atmosphere and have a mantle for decorating and hanging stockings. Electric fireplaces provided me with the perfect solution for my needs.

I bought the electric fireplace from Amazon, of course.

The walls flanking the fireplace are basswood stained with Varathane Ebony stain in vertical shiplap. LOVE! My dad did an amazing job hand crafting the shiplap, while my mom sanded and I stained. We later applied linseed oil as a protective topcoat.

The mantle is a solid chunk of white oak, while the other floating shelves match the kitchen floating shelves in natural knotty alder.

I love decorating for fall and have lots of decor, but I feel like my shelves to the right might be a bit too cluttered... I need to work on simplifying! :)