Beth Schafer 7/6/26 Beth Schafer 7/6/26

Inside the 2026 Novacolor Ambassador Bootcamp

A behind-the-scenes look at the 2026 Novacolor Ambassador Bootcamp in Venice, where 18 artisans from around the world competed, collaborated, and pushed their craft through three creative challenges using Novacolor materials.

Beth Schafer 7/1/26 Beth Schafer 7/1/26

Terrarock Brings Depth and Durability to Exterior Walls

A closer look at Terrarock, Novacolor Italia's exterior coating with a granite effect, formulated with ebony-black marble flakes and built to resist mold, algae, and weathering over time.

Beth Schafer 6/29/26 Beth Schafer 6/29/26

Do You Need Special Training Before Offering Decorative Plaster and Specialty Finishes?

A practical look at when training makes sense for contractors who want to add decorative plaster and specialty finishes to their services, and what to expect from a custom program.

Beth Schafer 5/11/26 Beth Schafer 5/11/26

Stepping into the Novacolor Ambassador Boot Camp

This May, Beth Schafer of Novacolor Near Me will join fellow ambassadors in Venice, Italy, for the Novacolor Ambassador Boot Camp, an immersive experience centered around collaboration, artistry, and material exploration.

Beth Schafer 4/21/26 Beth Schafer 4/21/26

VP SUEDE BY NOVACOLOR ITALIA

VP Suede by Novacolor Italia is a lime-based satin mineral finish that brings movement, depth, and evolving light interaction to architectural surfaces while supporting healthy, well-considered spaces.

Beth Schafer 4/17/26 Beth Schafer 4/17/26

Exploring Materia Viva and Its Newest Additions

A closer look at Materia Viva from Novacolor Italia and the introduction of Mosaico and Canapa, two new finishes that expand the line with layered stone reflections and soft natural fibers.

Beth Schafer 3/24/26 Beth Schafer 3/24/26

Designing a Surface Finish Panel as a Novacolor Ambassador

A detailed look at a surface finish panel created as a Novacolor Ambassador, exploring material transitions, layered textures, and the balance between metallic and mineral finishes.

Beth Schafer 3/23/26 Beth Schafer 3/23/26

THE LIGHT BETWEEN in surface design

An overview of Novacolor’s The Light Between Signature Collection, exploring how light interacts with texture, material, and surface finishes across six distinct design studies.

Beth Schafer 3/20/26 Beth Schafer 3/20/26

A Novacolor Ambassador Experience in Italy

A reflective look at being named a 2026 Novacolor Ambassador in Italy, exploring craftsmanship, material, and the role of light in surface design.

Regina Garay 2/23/26 Regina Garay 2/23/26

Beth Schafer Selected as a Novacolor Ambassador

Beth Schafer has been selected as a Novacolor Ambassador, recognizing her work in decorative finishes and her role within a global community of surface design professionals.

Beth Schafer 2/16/26 Beth Schafer 2/16/26

How Paint and Plaster Professionals Can Add Decorative Finishes Without Overcomplicating Their Business

A practical guide for paint and plaster professionals looking to introduce lime plasters and decorative finishes in a manageable way that strengthens their services without disrupting their workflow.