Microcement Showers, Floors & Venetian Plaster in Calgary & Okotoks
Microcement showers, seamless bathroom floors, and Venetian plaster feature walls are becoming some of the most requested finishes in Calgary and Okotoks. Homeowners want spaces that feel like boutique hotels and spas—without the maintenance headaches of grout lines and fussy materials.
This page is your guide to microcement and Venetian plaster: what they are, where they work best, how we install them properly, and how they fit into larger projects like Kitchen Renovations, and full Home Renovations or even a new build with our Custom Home Builder services.
Whether you’re updating a single shower or planning a full-home transformation, these mineral finishes can become the centrepiece of your design.
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What Is Microcement?
Microcement is a high-performance, cement-based coating applied in several thin, hand-troweled layers to create a seamless, durable, and modern surface. At only 2–3 mm thick, it transforms walls, floors, showers, and furniture without major demolition while delivering a refined, architectural appearance.
Benefits of Microcement
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Grout-free, smooth, continuous finish
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Works on walls, floors, and full wet rooms
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Thin, lightweight, ideal for renovations
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Handcrafted texture and natural movement
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Easy to maintain and highly durable when sealed
Microcement offers the look of polished concrete with flexibility that makes it perfect for Calgary and Okotoks homes wanting modern, minimalist, easy-care surfaces.
What Is Venetian Plaster?
Venetian plaster is a mineral-based wall finish made from lime, marble dust, and natural pigments, applied in thin, artistic layers to create soft movement and a refined, natural sheen. Each application is handcrafted, resulting in a rich, dimensional surface that feels warm, elegant, and timeless.
Benefits of Venetian Plaster
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Adds depth, character, and subtle sheen
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Breathable, durable, long-lasting finish
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Ideal for feature walls, powder rooms, and fireplaces
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Natural mineral pigments create organic variation
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Works beautifully with modern and classic interiors
Venetian plaster elevates Calgary and Okotoks spaces with a luxurious, artisan-made finish that brings depth and sophistication far beyond what standard paint can achieve.
Where Microcement Works Best
Microcement is incredibly versatile. Here’s where it shines in Calgary and Okotoks homes.
Microcement Showers & Wet Rooms
Showers are the number one application homeowners ask about. Instead of tile and grout, we create a fully continuous shower envelope:
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Walls
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Ceilings (optional, but beautiful)
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Niches
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Benches
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Curbs
All in one cohesive finish.
Microcement showers are especially powerful when paired with a larger bathroom remodel. If you’re planning a full layout change or upgrading fixtures and tile in the rest of the space, it’s worth exploring a complete design with our Bathroom Renovations services.
Microcement Bathroom Walls & Tub Surrounds
Not every bathroom renovations needs (or wants) a fully microcement shower. Sometimes the best use is:
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The wall behind a freestanding tub
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An accent wall behind the vanity
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Half walls or low wall transitions
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Powder room walls for maximum visual impact
Microcement can be used alongside tile, stone, and paint. We often integrate microcement walls into larger Home Renovations where multiple rooms are being updated at once.
Microcement Floors
Microcement floors offer the look of concrete without needing to grind or polish an existing slab. They’re thin, comfortable underfoot, and compatible with in-floor heat.
Popular areas for microcement floors in Calgary & Okotoks include:
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Ensuites and primary bathrooms
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Powder rooms
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Basements
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Mudrooms and entries
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Laundry rooms
In some projects, microcement floors tie together spaces that are part of larger Basement Renovations or entire main-floor Home Renovations where we’re reworking layout, lighting, and cabinetry at the same time.
Feature Walls & Fireplaces
While we often use Venetian plaster for feature walls, microcement also works beautifully on:
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Fireplace surrounds
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TV walls
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Long hallway walls
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Office or studio feature walls
If you’re planning a new fireplace or a complete re-cladding as part of a bigger remodel, we’ll often integrate this with Home Renovations or Custom Home Builder work so the fireplace, millwork, and finishes are planned together.
Venetian Plaster Feature Walls & Accent Spaces
Venetian plaster is all about depth, light, and subtle movement. It’s ideal when you want a surface that feels special but not loud.
Perfect Spots for Venetian Plaster
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Powder rooms where every square foot is visible
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Behind a vanity mirror in a primary ensuite
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Living room or dining room feature walls
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Fireplace surrounds in non-splash zones
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Double-height entry walls
Venetian plaster is a great complement to projects on your Kitchen Renovations or Bathroom Renovations pages—for example, a kitchen remodel where the adjacent dining wall becomes a plaster feature.
Microcement vs Tile, Paint & Other Finishes
Venetian Plaster vs Paint
Venetian plaster:
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Adds subtle depth and dimension
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Handles light differently throughout the day
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Can be smoothed, burnished, or left more matte
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Feels high-end and custom
Paint:
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Faster to apply
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Lower initial cost
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Easier to change frequently
When we design spaces on your Kitchen Renovations, Bathroom Renovations, or Home Renovations pages, we often use a mix—paint in most areas and Venetian plaster where it will have the most impact.
Microcement vs Polished Concrete Floors
Polished concrete typically involves grinding and finishing the existing slab. Microcement goes on top of a prepared substrate (which may be existing tile or a different base).
Choose microcement floors when:
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You want to avoid heavy grinding and dust
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You’re working in an existing home with multiple floor materials
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You want a slightly softer, more forgiving feel underfoot
During larger Home Renovations or Basement Renovations we’ll help you decide where microcement makes the most sense versus other floor options.
Microcement vs Tile
Pros of microcement vs tile:
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No grout lines
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More continuous, minimal appearance
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Easier to maintain visually over time
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Fewer visual breaks in small spaces
Pros of tile vs microcement:
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Widely available materials and patterns
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Can be DIY in some scenarios
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Sometimes lower initial material cost
If you’re not sure which route to go, we can walk you through both options as part of a full bathroom design conversation through our Bathroom Renovations services. We can show you samples and do mock-ups as needed till you're happy with the outcome of the finished product. No guessing.
Our Microcement & Venetian Plaster Installation Process
There’s a lot of technical work behind the scenes to make these finishes last, especially in wet areas. Here’s how we approach each project.
Step 1 – Consultation & Concept Design
We start by understanding:
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Which areas you want to update (shower only, bathroom, multiple rooms, entire floor).
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How this project fits into the big picture—standalone upgrade or part of a larger Home Renovations project or even a new Custom Home Builder home.
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Your style: clean and minimal, organic and warm, bold and dramatic, or something in between.
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Practical needs: maintenance level, kids/pets, aging-in-place needs, accessibility, etc.
If your project overlaps with other work like cabinets, tile, or new layouts, we’ll connect it with the appropriate service from Kitchen Renovations, Bathroom Renovations, Basement Renovations, or Home Renovations so everything is coordinated.
Step 2 – Substrate & Waterproofing
For showers and wet areas, this stage ensures your finish lasts. We start by checking that the structure is solid and ready for microcement. Then we address moisture control and surface prep so every layer above performs the way it should.
• Confirm framing, backer board, and existing surfaces are sound
• Install or verify a proper waterproof membrane
• Use mesh and primers designed for microcement systems
• Ensure corners, niches, and slopes are correctly formed
• Review transitions and movement points before finishing
This level of prep is the same standard we use in Bathroom Renovations and Home Renovations to prevent future issues and create a long-lasting, stable base for your final finish.
Step 3 – Application & Finishing
Our team applies microcement or Venetian plaster in thin, layered passes so the final look has depth, texture, and a handcrafted feel. Every stage is shaped by technique, timing, and material control to match the design direction we established with you.
• Build texture, movement, and natural variation
• Shape corners, edges, niches, and benches cleanly
• Adjust sheen level and tone through each layer
• Refine surfaces to ensure smoothness and consistency
• Prepare the finish for sealing and long-term durability
Once the surface is complete, we seal microcement based on its use—showers, floors, or walls—and protect Venetian plaster as needed. This careful approach aligns with the standards used across our Bathroom Renovations and Home Renovations projects.
Step 4 – Curing, Protection & Handover
After the work is complete:
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Microcement surfaces need a specific cure window before heavy use
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We’ll walk you through cleaning and maintenance
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We can schedule photos that become part of the Renovation Portfolio if you’d like your project featured
Our goal is a finish that feels like it belongs in the same family as the rest of your home—especially if we’ve also completed Kitchen Renovations, Bathroom Renovations, decks via Decks Calgary & Okotoks, or a full custom build with Custom Home Builder services.