How much does skimming cost in Wimbledon?

It depends on room size and the condition of the existing plaster, which in period properties varies more than in newer houses. Photographs by WhatsApp to 07967 302162 usually get you a same-day estimate, confirmed by a free visit.

Can you skim over old lime plaster?

Usually yes. We assess the surface first, cut out and patch any soft or hollow areas, control the suction and then skim. If large areas have failed we will tell you honestly that replastering those sections is the better spend.

Do you skim ceilings in converted flats?

Yes — ceiling skimming is one of our most common Wimbledon flat jobs, including over sound Artex and over stained but sound ceilings once the leak above has been fixed.

Can you work around building management rules in a block?

Yes. We are used to agreed working hours, protecting communal areas and booking access in advance. Let us know the building's requirements when you enquire and we will plan around them.

Wimbledon · South West London · SW19

Skimming in Wimbledon

Wimbledon's Victorian and Edwardian terraces — and the flats so many of them have become — keep us busy with skimming work. Original lime plaster that has been patched for a century, ceilings marked by old leaks, hallways scuffed by generations of tenants: skimming takes these surfaces back to flat, clean and paint-ready. We work across Wimbledon Village, South Wimbledon, Wimbledon Park and Raynes Park.

SJF Plastering provides wall and ceiling skimming across Wimbledon, South Wimbledon and Wimbledon Park (SW19). Skimming applies a fresh 2–3mm finish coat over sound existing plaster, leaving walls and ceilings flat and ready to decorate. We work in houses, converted flats and mansion blocks, protecting communal areas and keeping dust down. Free quotes — call or WhatsApp 07967 302162.

This page covers skimming only. If you need something broader, see our general plastering services in Wimbledon.

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SJF Plastering · Based in Sutton, Surrey · Around twenty minutes from Sutton.

Skimming period plaster in Wimbledon terraces

The Victorian and Edwardian houses between Wimbledon Village and South Wimbledon were plastered in lime over brick or lath, and after a hundred-plus years those walls are often a patchwork of old repairs. Skimming is usually the right answer — but only after the surface is properly assessed. Soft or hollow lime patches are cut out and made good first, and suction is controlled with the right sealers so the skim dries evenly rather than flashing off.

Done this way, a skim over period plaster gives you a wall that looks brand new while keeping the character — and the breathability — of the original structure, which matters in solid-walled Victorian houses.

Skimming flats and converted houses in SW19

A large part of our Wimbledon skimming work is in converted flats and mansion blocks, where rooms are being refreshed between tenants or before a sale. We are used to the practicalities: protecting communal hallways and stairwells, booking around building management rules, working within agreed hours and keeping shared front doors clear and clean.

For landlords we keep things efficient — a typical one or two bedroom flat can be skimmed room by room in a few days, and we can combine the skimming with any ceiling repairs or boxing-in of pipework so the flat is ready for decorators in a single visit.

Access, parking and working carefully in Wimbledon

Wimbledon parking is tight, especially around the Village and the roads off The Broadway. We plan jobs around permit and loading restrictions, carry materials in by hand where needed, and sheet the route from front door to work area so nothing is tracked through the house.

Skimming is one of the least disruptive plastering jobs — nothing is demolished, and a bedroom or lounge is usually finished in a day. We will tell you the drying time (about a week to a mist coat) and leave the room clean, sheeted furniture back in place, ready for your decorator.

Reviews

What customers say

Good communication, job arranged quickly

Steve was in touch straight away, gave a very reasonable quote and was good at communicating what was needed and when he would be able to do the work. Steve arrived on time on the day, did a good job and carried out the work in very good time. I would use Steve again for any similar work.

Katie G, SW17 — verified customer review

Replacing ceiling due to leak

Steve and his team did an amazing job on our ceiling. We had to get it replaced due to a leak from the flat above and Steve was super communicative, friendly and helpful throughout.

Ally T, CR0 — verified customer review

Excellent job!

Had a large hole in the wall which Steve fixed for me, told me the price and gave other options as well all before starting the work. He did an excellent job, got the work done without any fuss!

Mark B, SM2 — verified customer review