Plastering advice and ideas
Answers for every step of your renovation.
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Calculating the area to be plastered
Walls measure as width times height; ceilings as length times width. Keep both surfaces separate.
Read the article →Comparing plastering quotes
Compare the total for the same work, finishing and tax treatment. A loose m² price does not tell the whole story.
Read the article →Why small plastering jobs have different prices
A small repair also requires preparation, transport, equipment and cleaning. As a result, the price per m² may be higher.
Read the article →VAT on plastering: what belongs in the quote?
According to the Tax Administration, the 9% rate applies to house plasters older than two years.
Read the article →Save on plastering through good preparation
Saving starts with clear work and a free, suitable space. Reducing on necessary substrate treatment can lead to additional repair later.
Read the article →Paint-ready plaster and raking light
Light that falls along a wall makes small unevenness visible. Discuss the lighting before the finish is chosen.
Read the article →Is wallpaper-ready plaster suitable for thin wallpaper?
Thin or smooth wallpaper can show unevenness. Choose the finishing level together with the concrete wallpaper type.
Read the article →Matt or gloss paint on new plaster?
The choice of paint influences how smooth plaster looks. Especially shine and light along the wall can highlight small differences.
Read the article →Preparing plaster for dark wall paint
With a dark wall, flatness, light and paint system count together. Discuss the desired colour before the plaster is finished.
Read the article →Spraying or rolling wall paint
Sprays and rollers are different ways to apply paint. Space, protection and desired appearance determine the choice.
Read the article →Smoothing spray-textured plaster
An existing structure can sometimes be levelled, but only if the old layer is sufficiently suitable and solid.
Read the article →Textured or smooth plaster?
Spachtelputz gives structure; smooth plastering forms an even basis for further finishing. The choice also changes maintenance.
Read the article →Decorative swirl plaster or sanding?
decorative plaster with a twist pattern is a decorative finish with a characteristic pattern. Sanding is an operation to update a surface or small unevenness.
Read the article →Concrete-look walls: preparation and care
Concrete look is an appearance, not a fixed product type. Ask which system is used and what it is suitable for.
Read the article →Microcement in the bathroom: the complete system
A seamless appearance does not automatically mean a waterproof system. substrate, sealing, connections and protection must be combined.
Read the article →Planning ceiling lights and curtain tracks
Spots, coves and curtain rails determine the details of a ceiling. Capture position and order before streaking.
Read the article →Plastering a high ceiling: access matters
With high ceilings, safe work access, protection and the ceiling type determine the approach. Therefore, please report the height directly to the request.
Read the article →Plasterboard ceiling joints and movement
A ceiling finish starts with well mounted plates and a suitable joint treatment. Only a new layer does not dissolve movement.
Read the article →Plastering a concrete ceiling
In concrete count adhesion, pollution and flatness. Let the ceiling be assessed before the plaster layers are built up.
Read the article →Drying plaster in winter
Drying time is determined by product, thickness and indoor climate. Cold outdoor air does not mean that ventilation can be skipped.
Read the article →Drying plaster in hot weather
Warm weather is no reason to skip the drying conditions of the patch system. Too fast local drying requires attention.
Read the article →Using a dehumidifier after plastering
Use forced drying only suitable for the product and after alignment with the performer. A device does not replace a good drying plan.
Read the article →How to check whether plaster is ready for paint
Review drought and ground condition according to the paint and plaster system. Only the colour of the wall is insufficient.
Read the article →Ventilating an occupied home after plastering
Tune ventilation to the room, system and daily use. Keep the new work free and avoid unnecessary interruptions.
Read the article →Movement and cracking in new-build plaster
In new construction, the finish must take into account substrate, connections and movement. A tear-free warranty does not follow from just a new building layer.
Read the article →When is thin-coat plaster suitable for a new build?
thin plaster is intended for suitable surfaces. Large surfaces are not automatically dissolved with a thin layer.
Read the article →Planning plastering after receiving your keys
Plan the order of installations, plasters, drying and painting together. A key transfer is not automatically the starting date for each component.
Read the article →Old wall finishes: what can stay?
The fact that an old layer still looks neat does not mean that it is suitable as a substrate. adhesion, pollution and build-up must be assessed.
Read the article →Removing wallpaper before plastering
First tune which layers should be completely removed and how the substrate is protected. wallpaper removal can make hidden damage visible.
Read the article →Can you plaster over tiles?
This depends on adhesion, system and future moisture load. Leaving tiles is not a general guarantee for a suitable substrate.
Read the article →Repairing plaster after a leak
First solve the leakage and moisture condition. Only then can be assessed how the damaged finish is repaired.
Read the article →A crack in plaster: investigate the cause first
In case of repair, it must be clear whether the tear is stable or that movement continues. Filling alone cannot solve a recurring problem.
Read the article →Recognising loose plaster
Bladder formation, crumbling spots or parts that come loose require an assessment of the adhesion and the cause.
Read the article →Repairing service chases after installation work
Slots require a suitable filling and connection to the surrounding wall. Tune the order with the installer.
Read the article →Repairing a damaged wall corner
In the case of corner damage, strength, profile and connection to the existing surface count. Choose the repair size based on the actual damage.
Read the article →Air bubbles and small holes in plaster
First determine whether it is surface defects, loose parts or a problem in the structure. The correct repair depends on this.
Read the article →Choosing primer for absorbent surfaces
The suction and adhesion of the substrate determine the pre-treatment and the chosen patch system must be appropriate.
Read the article →Preparing smooth concrete for plaster
Smooth concrete requires assessment of adhesion and possible contamination. A suitable adhesion system is chosen for the used patch.
Read the article →Choosing the right plasterboard
Plates differ in properties and application. The plate, assembly and joint construction determine which finish is suitable.
Read the article →How is plaster thickness determined?
The required layer thickness follows from substrate, flatness and product. There is no solid thickness that is suitable for all applications.
Read the article →Thick-coat or finish plaster: the difference
Flattening and smooth finishing have a different purpose. Let the necessary structure be determined by wall and end-use.
Read the article →Mesh reinforcement at material junctions
At material transitions, the right detail must be chosen. reinforcement mesh is part of a system, no general guarantee that movement disappears.
Read the article →Plastering a living room
Plan a living room as a whole: walls, ceiling, floor protection and the final lighting are part of the same choice.
Read the article →Planning plasterwork for a new kitchen
Installations, wall finishes and kitchen mounting must be connected together. Prefix pipes, spray zones and dimensions.
Read the article →Plastering a bedroom in an occupied home
Make arrangements about the use, protection and return of furniture. A good order of work limits practical inconvenience.
Read the article →Plastering a stairwell
A stairhole requires accessibility and protection at multiple heights. Pass the shape and sizes before the work is planned.
Read the article →Plastering sloping attic walls and ceilings
In an attic count plate construction, oblique sizes and connections. Measure the surface to be treated and not just the floor.
Read the article →Bathroom plaster: dry and wet areas
The moisture load varies per place. A bathroom wall outside the shower does not automatically require the same build-up as a direct wet zone.
Read the article →A checklist for finished plasterwork
Check what has been agreed: surfaces, details, desired finishes and follow-up steps. Note improvement points concretely with location and image.
Read the article →Caring for plastered and painted walls
Maintenance follows the final finish. Paint, decorative plaster and decorative systems have different cleaning and repair conditions.
Read the article →Which photos help with a plastering quote?
An overview per space and clear details of damage give more information than just a close-up. Add estimated dimensions and your desired result.
Read the article →Choosing a local plasterer
Choose on suitable work, clear agreements and a full quote. Only the distance does not say much about the suitability for your job.
Read the article →Planning plastering during a renovation
The best order of work combines demolition, installations, substrate, plastering and finishing. Tune those steps before a execution date is fixed.
Read the article →Discuss your plastering
Tell which rooms you want to finish, what the substrate looks like and what your planning is. images and estimated dimensions help with a targeted quote.
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