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Fresco Paint Finish Services in
Hawke's Bay

Create a soft, lived-in feel with the subtle texture and raw beauty of Porter’s Paints Fresco.

At Paint My Space, we bring walls to life with Fresco by Porter’s Paints — a lime-based, artisan-style finish that delivers a soft, chalky texture with depth and movement. Inspired by Mediterranean interiors and timeless European design, Fresco adds calm and character to modern, minimalist, and classic spaces alike.

Available across Napier, Hastings, Havelock North, and wider Hawke’s Bay, this specialty finish is perfect for homeowners looking for something more than flat paint — a finish with warmth, soul, and individuality.

Fresco Paint Finishing Experts
In Hawkes Bay

What Is Porter’s Fresco?

Fresco is a premium lime-based coating developed by Porter’s Paints, formulated to create a raw, mineral texture reminiscent of natural plaster. Unlike smooth or glossy paint, Fresco produces a matte, powdery appearance with tonal shifts that vary depending on light and application technique.

It mimics the look of aged stone or plaster walls — perfect for relaxed, earthy interiors where texture and simplicity go hand in hand.

Our Fresco Application Process

Applying Fresco requires an experienced hand. Here’s how we get the best results:

1. Surface Assessment & Planning

We inspect your walls and help you choose the ideal Fresco colour tone from Porter’s curated palette.

2. Preparation

Surfaces are cleaned, filled, and primed as needed using compatible base coats to ensure the lime-based finish adheres and performs correctly.

3. Hand Application

Fresco is applied with a brush, trowel, or roller depending on the desired finish — blending areas to create gentle movement and depth.

4. Drying & Refinement

As the lime interacts with the surface and air, it develops a natural patina. We inspect and refine edges or patches to ensure even texture and softness.

Where Fresco Works Best

Fresco adds a soft, matte texture to almost any room. We recommend it for:

  • Living rooms – to create a warm, organic backdrop
  • Bedrooms – for a minimalist, earthy retreat
  • Home offices or studios – offering texture without distraction
  • Entryways and hallways – subtle but striking
  • Boutique commercial interiors – where elegance meets understatement

It pairs beautifully with timber, linen, polished concrete, and natural tones — making it perfect for the Hawke’s Bay lifestyle and climate.

Why Choose Paint My Space?

  • Trained in the correct use of Porter’s Paints Fresco system
  • Highly experienced in Hawke’s Bay homes and architectural styles
  • Design-conscious with a love for natural, textural interiors
  • Clean, respectful, and detail-focused on every job
  • Locally owned and trusted for specialty painting services

We take pride in applying finishes that feel bespoke, calming, and crafted — not just painted.

Why We Use Porter’s Paints

As Hawke’s Bay’s trusted applicator of Porter’s Paints specialty finishes, we use their Fresco product for its:

  • Natural lime composition and breathable performance
  • Low-VOC, eco-conscious formulation
  • Subtle variation in tone and texture
  • Beautiful results on interior feature walls or full rooms

Porter’s is a leader in decorative finishes — and we’re trained in applying their products the way they’re designed to be experienced.

Book a Fresco Finish Consultation

Looking to transform your space with a chalky, hand-applied finish that brings warmth and subtle texture?

Contact Paint My Space today for a free consultation on Porter’s Paints French Wash in Napier, Hastings, Havelock North, Clive, Taradale, and throughout Hawke’s Bay.

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