What’s the difference between Microcement and Venetian render

Microcement vs. Venetian Render: What’s the Real Difference?

Let’s set the record straight.

We hear it all the time:

“Is microcement the same as Venetian render?”

Short answer? Nope. Not even close.

They may share a certain high-end vibe, but when it comes to performance, durability, and what they’re made for—they live in two totally different worlds.

And just to clear the air:

At Concrete Legacy Studios, we don’t do Venetian render. We’re unapologetically microcement specialists—it’s what we live and breathe. When it comes to product selection? We choose Topciment every time.

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Charcoal-toned microcement wall in progress, pre-seal stage. Part of a full interior surface finish using the Topciment Natture system in Brisbane

So… What Is Microcement?

Microcement is one of the most versatile, low-profile, high-performance finishes available today. It’s a thin, cement-lime-based coating that we trowel by hand. This creates seamless surfaces that look incredible and wear effectively. You can use microcement on floors, walls, bathrooms, and benchtops—essentially, anywhere you can think of.

We rely on Topciment’s Natture system because it provides everything we need:

• Strength and flexibility

• Stunning texture and tone

• Options for wet areas, floors, joinery, and exteriors

  
  

Microcement is more than just a finish. It’s a complete system that includes proper primers, base coats, fine coats, and protective sealers. It’s built for performance and designed for elegance.

Seamless microcement floor and wall installation using Topciment. Grey base with charcoal feature wall—designed and applied on the Sunshine Coast.

What About Venetian Render?

Venetian render, or Venetian plaster, is undeniably beautiful. However, it’s a different beast entirely. It consists of lime and marble powder that we polish to a high sheen, and it’s strictly for walls and ceilings.

Venetian render focuses more on decoration than functionality. You should not walk on it, wash it down, or consider it for a kitchen benchtop.

In summary:

• Venetian render is essentially a wall feature.

• Microcement serves as an architectural surface.

  
  

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Close-up of a hand-trowelled microcement floor finished in natural texture and tonal movement, completed on the Sunshine Coast.

Let’s Break It Down

Microcement (Topciment Natture)

• Made of: Cement, lime, and polymer

• Where it goes: Floors, walls, wet zones, joinery

• Finishes: Raw, matte, tonal, natural

• Best for: Seamless bathrooms, floors, walls, kitchens, and joinery

  
  

Seamless microcement bathroom using the Topciment Natture system—perfect for wet areas with a matte, natural finish.

Why We Stick With Microcement

We don’t just use microcement; we specialise in it. It perfectly fuses design with practicality. With seamless transitions and natural movement, it offers solid performance. The Topciment system allows us to customise every surface to fit the space it’s going into—whether indoors or outdoors.

Plus, it’s visually stunning, and we stand by its aesthetic appeal.

Outdoor barbecue area finished in Russet-toned microcement using Topciment Natture—UV-stable and sealed for long-term durability. Completed on the Sunshine Coast.

Want to Know More?

We’d love to explore the possibilities with you. Although we don’t have a showroom (yet), you can view our work right here on our website, or reach out to us. We’ll guide you through the products, systems, and what’s possible in your unique space.

Concrete Legacy Studios: Where concrete meets creativity—and leaves a legacy.

Discover the difference today!

For more information on microcement or to see our projects, please visit Concrete Legacy Studios.