tactile finish

One of designer Matt’s signature finishes, which features on both the fireplace (above left) and extension exterior (left) is a sponged sand cement render. It creates an appealing texture and resembles the colour of raw concrete. “Europeans have been doing the finish for

100 years, but here [in Australia] it is becoming increasingly rare as less companies offer it,” Matt says. “One of the beauties of the finish is how well it ages and changes colour over time.” For a similar effect, enquire about the renders offered by NuTex Coatings.