Hawk-n-Trowel  
Hawk-n-Trowel

Hawk & Trowel is a professional publication that focuses on the needs of drywall and plastering contractors. It features inspiring photos and insightful stories that celebrate quality workmanship and the methods used to achieve these kinds of results. From wall and ceiling design and construction, product and tool reviews to innovative and traditional finish applications, Hawk & Trowel will equip artisans with the tools and information they need to succeed.

Current Issue : Vol. 1 No. 1 | Spring 2008

   
Cover Image: Stonelace Designs' Christine Wallner, Rye Hudak and Travis Hough (front to rear) apply an earth-friendly finish at the Urban Tavern restaurant in the San Francisco Hilton. Stonelace

Designs specializes in finishes that use recycled materials and nontoxic ingredients. For more green plastering options Click Here

Photo courtesy of Stonelace Designs

FEATURES
Venetian Plaster
Venetian Plaster: Lime vs. Synthetic
With so many products on the market for Venetian plaster finishes, choosing the right one can be tough. Learn what to expect from both lime and synthetic Venetian plasters.
by Amy B. Johnson
Greener Plasters
Seeking Greener Plasters
From reclaimed aggregates to natural binders, there are many different ways that a plaster can earn the distinction of being green. Find out which plastering products are environmentally friendly.
by Loretta Hall
The Paramount on Lake Eola, Olrando, Fla.
Project Profile: The Paramount on Lake Eola, Orlando, Fla.
If you're one of the growing number of contractors making the move from horizontal to vertical, this may be one of your first questions.
by Amy Johnson
COLUMNS
Rory-Brennan
Maintenance helps preserve buildings…and save money
by Rory Brennan
Myron Ferguson
Try something different with that ceiling finish
by Myron R. Ferguson
Robin Raymer
Drywall, plaster or both?
by Robin Raymer, The Plaster Man
DEPARTMENTS
Texture sprayers
Hawkmate Spackling Tool Storage System
Faux stone and wood vertical finishes
by Wayne Sellon
Walls of Steel
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