Maston Stone Effect Spray is a water-based product sold as an aerosol. The idea is simple: you spray it onto any surface, and it makes that surface look like stone. You can buy this product online in a couple of different colours.
You should really use an adhesion primer before applying Maston Stone Effect Spray, but I find it adheres well to most surfaces anyway. Maston claims that this product is only suitable for interior use due to its “limited wear resistance”, but it is easy enough to provide additional protection by applying a coat of Maston’s 2K clear coat or even Polyvine Decorators Varnish.
My Maston Stone Effect Spray Review
I have tested the adhesion of this aerosol on various surfaces, and it seems to stick quite well to all of them, including plastic, terracotta, and stone. I was taken aback by how easy Maston Stone Effect Spray is to apply. It is very forgiving, in that you can apply more than you should in a single coat and it will not run. You can get away with an uneven coat too, as it all dries back to the same colour.
The finished effect is fantastic! There are flakes of different colours in the material, and they all blend well together. Once dry, the finish is a true matt, which looks very striking. Unless you touch an object coated with Maston Stone Effect Spray, you would genuinely think it is an expensive-looking composite stone.
As a decorator, I do not often encounter products as fun as this, which is a shame really. Maston Stone Effect Spray really does look fantastic on all sorts of objects. I used it on an old bowling pin, and it came up lovely. It looked just like a statue someone might have in their garden.
Another great use for this product is planters. Provided you protect the finish with something like a varnish or Maston 2K Clear Coat,you could spray every planter in your garden with this paint. Not only would it make your planters look expensive (even the plastic ones), but they would all match too.
A Video Demo
Maston Stone Effect Spray in action 🎬
Professional decorator Mike Cupit writes a full and honest Maston Stone Effect Spray review. A fun product that looks fantastic.
Review Summary
Maston Stone Effect Spray Review - Decorator's forum UK
A rubber compound aerosol with different colour flecks in it. Two coats of this material will make an object look like stone.
4.6
Pros
- Reasonably price.
- Easy to use.
- Doesn’t sag.
- Looks awesome.
- Such a cool, fun product.
Cons
- You need to prime difficult surfaces before applying it.
- You need to apply a protective coat when leaving it outside.
FAQs
How do you use stone-effect paint?
The best stone-effect paint we have used is Maston, which comes as a handy aerosol. Simply clean, sand, and dust off the surface you want to spray. Apply two coats of Maston Stone Effect Spray and, if the item is going to be kept outdoors, seal it with a topcoat.
Can you use stone spray paint outside?
Maston Stone Effect Spray can be used outdoors without issue. Just apply the paint as normal and then seal it with a clear varnish or a 2K lacquer.
How long does stone spray paint take to dry?
Between two and four hours, depending on conditions. Thicker coats may take slightly longer.
Can you paint over stone-effect paint?
You can paint over stone-effect spray, although there will be a slight texture. To achieve a smooth finish, you will need to remove the existing coating.
How do you remove stone-effect paint?
A paint steamer and a good-quality scraper are enough to remove stone-effect paint.
Can you use stone-effect paint on wood?
Stone-effect paint can be used on wood, provided use a paint primer before you start. This seals the wood and aids adhesion.
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