The Changing Face of Rendering – The Decades of Experience Behind Bishop Master Finishes

Bishop Master Finishes specialises in high-end wall finishes and is changing the face of rendering. With decades of experience, Director John Bishop introduced Venetian and polished plaster finishes to Australia over 30 years ago. Based in Melbourne, the family-owned and operated company is proudly independent and continues to lead with an innovative range of finishes that satisfy the visions of architects and interior designers.

As rendered finishes become more accessible, more and more people are realising the difference the alternate surface makes to a space, and they’re prioritising its installation in their construction budgets. Bishop Master Finishes offers an extensive variety of products that can be applied to walls, ceilings, joinery and wet areas. Rendering allows the narrative of a space to start from its bones and become characterful through layering textures and tones. It can be done sustainably and at a fraction of the price of other natural materials like timber and stone.

Bishop Master Finishes offers an extensive variety of products that can be applied to walls, ceilings, joinery and wet areas.

In recent trends, there is a growing desire for more organic, earthy textures such as clay, sand and lime. With this, there is a parallel focus on sustainability, and natural renders achieve a softer matte, earthy or stone surface without the limitations and environmental impact of stone slabs. Tailored surfaces from Bishop Master Finishes meet this desire, featuring natural appearances with finishes such as Cubitt, Coppin and River Clay. Bishop Master Finishes follows a bespoke manufacturing process that uses the finest handcrafted materials, cutting edge technology and an unparalleled attention to detail, with quality closely controlled within both its factory environment and by its own skilled tradespeople on site.