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Skimming, re-plastering, patch repairs, plasterboard and ceilings.

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What to include in a plasterer job post

  • Which rooms and surfaces: walls, ceilings or both, with rough sizes in metres.
  • The current finish: sound but tired, cracked, blown (hollow when tapped), textured, or bare board.
  • Whether coving, sockets, radiators or skirting need taking off and refitting.
  • Photos in daylight, including any damp marks or cracks you are unsure about.

Comparing quotes

  • Is it a skim over sound plaster, or a full re-plaster with removal of old material? These are priced very differently.
  • Textured coatings (such as artex) may contain asbestos. They should be surveyed or tested by a competent person before anyone disturbs them, and the safe method that results should be quoted separately.
  • Who protects floors and removes waste, and is waste removal included?
  • How long before the plaster is dry enough to mist-coat and paint?

Read the cost guide: How much does plastering cost in the UK?

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