Definitions
- A material used in painting to prime a canvas or other surface before painting. - Referring to the white, chalky substance made from a mixture of glue and gypsum or chalk. - Talking about the process of applying gesso to a surface before painting.
- A building material used to cover walls and ceilings. - Referring to the white, powdery substance made from gypsum that is mixed with water to create a paste. - Talking about the process of applying plaster to a wall or ceiling.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are materials used to cover surfaces.
- 2Both can be applied using a brush or trowel.
- 3Both can be used to create a smooth surface.
- 4Both can be painted over once dry.
- 5Both have been used for centuries in art and construction.
What is the difference?
- 1Purpose: Gesso is used primarily in art to prime a surface for painting, while plaster is used in construction to cover walls and ceilings.
- 2Composition: Gesso is made from a mixture of glue and gypsum or chalk, while plaster is made from gypsum and water.
- 3Texture: Gesso creates a smooth, even surface for painting, while plaster can be used to create a variety of textures on walls and ceilings.
- 4Application: Gesso is typically applied in thin layers, while plaster can be applied in thicker layers to cover larger areas.
- 5Usage: Gesso is used primarily in the art world, while plaster is used primarily in construction and building.
Remember this!
Gesso and plaster are both materials used to cover surfaces, but they differ in their purpose, composition, texture, application, and usage. Gesso is primarily used in art to prime a surface for painting, while plaster is used in construction to cover walls and ceilings. Gesso creates a smooth, even surface for painting, while plaster can be used to create a variety of textures on walls and ceilings.
