Advice & guides
Plastering advice for homeowners
Straight answers to the questions we get asked most often on jobs across Sutton and South West London — written for homeowners, not for search engines.
How Much Does Plastering Cost?
The honest answer: plastering is priced per job, not per square metre alone. Here is what actually moves the price.
Read guide →Plastering vs Skimming — What's the Difference?
One is the whole process. The other is the final finishing coat.
Read guide →How Long Does New Plaster Take to Dry?
Set within hours. Dry enough to decorate in days to weeks, depending on conditions.
Read guide →When Can You Paint New Plaster?
Wait for an even pale colour, then start with a thinned mist coat.
Read guide →Can You Plaster Over Artex?
Usually yes — and it is normally cleaner and quicker than removing it.
Read guide →Why Does Plaster Crack?
Most cracks are movement or drying related. A few are telling you something else.
Read guide →Can Blown Plaster Be Repaired?
Yes — as long as the cause is dealt with and the failed area is properly cut out.
Read guide →How to Prepare a Room for a Plasterer
A little preparation keeps the job quicker, cleaner and cheaper.
Read guide →Should You Plaster or Plasterboard a Damaged Wall?
Both work. The right choice depends on the wall, the room and what is behind it.
Read guide →Common Ceiling Problems and How They're Repaired
Most ceiling problems come down to age, movement or water.
Read guide →Get a free plastering quotation
Tell us what needs doing and we will give you an honest price. Photographs by WhatsApp are often enough to get started.