La Ferla Plastering of Torrance, CA specializes in high-end ornate plasterwork. Owner Dominic La Ferla's creations can be seen in the luxurious homes of the rich and famous throughout Southern California. He is an artisan in the true sense of the word, combining an old-world style with his own expert techniques developed through decades of work in the trade. Not only is La Ferla a master mold maker, his plaster finishing skills are also second to none, including the faux marbleizing technique known as "scagliola."
La Ferla Plastering has been a dedicated Smooth-On user for many years, finding that the production capabilities of Smooth-On urethane mold rubbers are second to none.
Small dome mold made with ReoFlex® 40 urethane rubber.
Large dome mold made with ReoFlex® urethane rubber.
Large plaster dome cast into ReoFlex® urethane rubber mold.
Plaster dome and ornate plaster moldings cast into ReoFlex® rubber molds.
Scagliola faux finish applied to plaster dome.
Cast plaster ornamentation prepared for installation.
La Ferla artisan mixing urethane rubber.
Pouring urethane rubber to create a mold for casting plaster cornices.
Cured urethane rubber molds ready for casting plaster.
La Ferla artisan casting plaster into a ReoFlex® urethane rubber mold.
Cast plaster pieces prepared for installation.
ReoFlex® urethane rubber mold of a detailed architectural accent.
Highly detailed plaster architectural accent cast into a ReoFlex® mold.
Detailed plaster cornices and sculptural elements cast into ReoFlex® rubber molds.
Plaster angel sculpture cast into ReoFlex® urethane rubber mold.
Plaster bust with faux marbelized finish cast in Smooth-On urethane rubber mold.
Modern fireplace mantel cast into ReoFlex® rubber mold.
Highly detailed plaster crown moldings.
Plaster mirror frames cast into ReoFlex® urethane rubber.
Cast plaster ornaments prepared for installation.
Scagliola faux finish applied to plaster dome and moldings.
Highly detailed moldings cast into Smooth-On urethane rubber molds.
Cornice and other plaster elements cast into ReoFlex®.
Scagliola faux finish applied to plaster dome and moldings.
