Italian Decorative Finishes Specialists in Bristol and Across the UK
We are Italian decorative finishes specialists in authentic Venetian plaster, polished plaster, microcement and Valpaint decorative systems. Italian trained since 2009 and the official Valpaint UK distributor.
✔ Italian Trained Since 2009 ✔ Official Valpaint UK Distributor ✔ Bristol Based · UK Wide Service ✔ Supply · Installation · Training
Antichi Decori Ltd are Italian decorative finishes specialists based in Bristol and the official UK distributor for Valpaint. We supply, install and teach authentic Italian Venetian plaster, polished plaster, microcement and Valpaint decorative systems for homeowners, interior designers, architects and trade professionals across the UK.
Antichi Decori was founded by Andrea, an Italian trained applicator who learned lime plaster techniques and Valpaint decorative systems in Italy. Today the Bristol studio brings that Italian craftsmanship to homes, hotels, restaurants and commercial interiors across Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Cardiff, London and the wider UK, with genuine Valpaint materials and a bespoke approach from consultation to completion. 📍 Bristol based · UK wide · Italian trained since 2009
Who Are Antichi Decori?
Antichi Decori was created with one clear aim: to raise the standard of decorative finishes in the UK through authentic Italian materials and skilled hand application. Our training began in Italy, learning directly from Valpaint master craftsmen, where we developed a deep understanding of lime based plasters, advanced decorative systems and the precision each finish demands.
Since then, we have refined those skills on projects across Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham, Swindon, Cardiff and London. As the official UK distributor for Valpaint, we supply premium Italian materials and apply them ourselves, so every recommendation we make comes from hands on experience.
In addition, our lime based plasters are breathable and suit both period properties and contemporary UK interiors, combining traditional Italian technique with modern British design.
What Services Do Our Italian Decorative Finishes Specialists Offer?
We offer a complete decorative finishes service, from genuine Valpaint supply to Italian trained installation, professional training and technical consultation, for homeowners, designers, architects and contractors across the UK.
Official Valpaint UK Distributor
We supply the Valpaint range of decorative paints, plasters and microcement systems, including Venetian plaster, metallic and pearlescent finishes, concrete and stone effects and bathroom systems, with full technical guidance on every order.
Specialist Installation
Our Italian trained team installs premium finishes in luxury homes, hotels, restaurants, retail spaces, showrooms and developments across Bristol, Bath, Cheltenham and the wider UK, following precise methods from substrate preparation to final protection.
Professional Training Courses
Practical Venetian plaster and microcement courses in Bristol for applicators, decorators and designers, in small groups for real hands on learning, covering techniques, Valpaint systems and surface preparation.
Technical Support and Consultation
We help designers, architects and developers choose the right system, assess substrates and moisture, plan durability and maintenance, and select colours and textures, so every project starts on the right footing.
Why Choose Italian Decorative Finishes Specialists?
Italian Trained Specialists
We trained in Italy, learning lime plaster techniques and advanced Valpaint systems directly from master craftsmen, and bring that authentic quality to every finish.
Official Valpaint UK Distributor
As the official UK distributor for Valpaint, we supply and apply genuine Italian materials, the same systems used by specialists and interior designers worldwide.
Trusted Across the UK
Our finishes feature in luxury homes, boutique hotels, restaurants, showrooms and commercial developments across Bristol, London, Bath, Cheltenham and beyond.
Free Bespoke Consultation
A free, no obligation consultation helps you choose the right finish, texture and colour, whether you are a homeowner, designer or contractor.
Samples Before We Start
We create a physical sample in your space first. As a result, nothing proceeds until you are completely happy with the finish.
Training Academy in Bristol
Furthermore, we teach what we do, running professional Venetian plaster and microcement courses in Bristol for up to 6 attendees per session.
Which Materials Do We Work With?
We work with premium Italian materials sourced directly from Valpaint, many of them lime based and breathable, for consistent quality and performance.
Breathable Lime Plasters
Lime putty and marble dust plasters, hand applied in thin layers and burnished to a marble like finish. Ideal for period and modern homes alike.
Valpaint Decorative Coatings
The wider Valpaint range, including Klondike metallics, Meteore concrete effects, Marmorino and the E-VOLUTION bathroom systems.
Water Resistant Microcement
Seamless microcement systems for walls, floors, bathrooms and wet rooms, often applied over existing tiles with no strip out.
Bespoke Textures and Effects
From ultra smooth polished plaster to travertine effects, oxidised metallics and artistic multi layer finishes, tailored to your interior.
Protective Sealers
Waxes, resins and protective finishes from the Valpaint systems, chosen for each surface, from feature walls to showers and busy commercial spaces.
Natural and Sustainable
Lime based plasters made from natural raw materials that let walls breathe and help create healthier living spaces.
How Does a Project With Antichi Decori Work?
Every project, from a single feature wall to a full commercial interior, follows the same five stage process for a consistent, flawless result.
Consultation
We visit your space, discuss your vision and recommend the ideal finish, colour and texture, free and with no obligation.
Sampling
We create a physical sample on your wall. In other words, nothing starts without your full approval.
Preparation
Surfaces are cleaned, repaired and primed with the correct Valpaint system for proper adhesion.
Application
Your finish is hand applied in multiple layers by our Italian trained specialists.
Aftercare
We seal and protect every finish and give you clear aftercare guidance.
Our Decorative Finishes Projects in Bristol and the UK
Real projects completed by our Italian trained team with authentic Valpaint materials. Above all, every finish is bespoke, so no two surfaces are the same.
Where Do Our Italian Decorative Finishes Specialists Work?
Our studio is in Bristol and we work across the UK. Free site surveys are available, and projects further afield are welcome by arrangement.
Cities and Towns
- Bristol and Bath
- Cardiff and Newport
- Cheltenham and Gloucester
- Swindon and Weston super Mare
- Taunton and Hereford
- Exeter and Plymouth
- Worcester and Oxford
- Reading and Salisbury
- Birmingham and the West Midlands
- London and the South East
Counties and Regions
- Wiltshire and the Cotswolds
- Somerset and South Wales
- Gloucestershire and North Somerset
- Devon and Cornwall
- Oxfordshire and Berkshire
- Warwickshire and Dorset
- Hampshire and Gwent
- Forest of Dean and Vale of Glamorgan
- South West England
- Nationwide by arrangement
What Do Our Clients Say?
“Best training course I have ever attended. Fantastic, organised and a friendly atmosphere. Plenty of knowledge and helpful advice. A pleasure to learn from such a highly skilled professional.”
Course Attendee, Bristol“Andrea and the team delivered an absolutely stunning Venetian plaster finish in our hallway. The depth and sheen is incredible, exactly what we were hoping for. Would highly recommend.”
Homeowner, Bristol“As an interior designer, I’ve worked with many plasterers. Antichi Decori are in a different league: authentic Italian technique, immaculate finish, and brilliant communication throughout.”
Interior Designer, BathAbout Antichi Decori: Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers about who we are, what we do and how we work.
Who are Antichi Decori?
Antichi Decori Ltd is a team of Italian decorative finishes specialists based in Bristol. Founded by Andrea, who trained in Italy with Valpaint, we supply, install and teach Venetian plaster, polished plaster, microcement and Valpaint decorative systems for clients across the UK.
Are you an official Valpaint UK distributor?
Yes. Antichi Decori is the official UK distributor for Valpaint, the Italian manufacturer of decorative paints and plasters. We supply genuine Valpaint materials to homeowners, designers and professional applicators, with technical guidance on every system.
What decorative finishes do you specialise in?
We specialise in Venetian plaster and polished plaster, including Marmorino and high gloss effects, microcement for walls, floors, bathrooms and wet rooms, and the wider Valpaint range such as Klondike metallics, Meteore concrete effects and the E-VOLUTION bathroom systems.
Do you work across the UK or only in Bristol?
Our studio is in Bristol and we regularly work in Bath, Cheltenham, Gloucester, Swindon, Cardiff and London. Projects further afield across the UK are welcome by arrangement, and we offer free site surveys.
Do you run decorative finishes training courses?
Yes. We run hands on Venetian plaster and microcement training courses in Bristol for decorators, applicators and designers, in small groups of up to 6 attendees. Courses start from £360 plus VAT.
Do you charge for consultations or quotes?
No. Consultations and written quotes are free and come with no obligation. We visit your space, recommend the right system, finish and colour, and prepare a physical sample before any work begins.
Can you give technical advice on Valpaint materials for my project?
Yes. Technical consultation is one of our core services. We help designers, architects, developers and contractors with system selection, substrate assessment, colour and texture choices and durability planning, from a single room to a commercial development.
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Explore Our Services
Venetian Plaster Bristol
Hand applied Italian lime plaster for walls and ceilings, from £90 per m².
Microcement Bristol
Seamless, water resistant finishes for floors, walls and wet rooms.
Training Courses
Professional decorative finishes training in Bristol, from £360 plus VAT.
Project Gallery
Real projects completed by our Italian trained team across the UK.
Start Your Project With Antichi Decori
Whether you need Valpaint supply, installation, professional training or expert technical advice, our Italian decorative finishes specialists are here to help you choose the right system for your space. Consultations and quotes are free, across Bristol and the UK.
📍 Based in Bristol · Serving the UK · Official Valpaint UK Distributor
