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PatchMaster
4.8(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Johnson, AR and surrounding areas

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In business since 2024

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I contacted PatchMaster because of a friend who works for them. They sent out Blake and he was very polite and professional. He got the drywall repair done efficiently, didn’t make a mess, and cleaned up after himself. Great company overall!"
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+3

Response time6 hrs
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NWA Handy Solutions
5.0(
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Johnson, AR and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I recently hired NWA handy for some construction and repair work around my house, and I couldn’t be happier with the results. He is very professional, punctual, and pays great attention to detail. The quality of his work exceeded my expectations, and he made sure everything was completed perfectly. I highly recommend him for any handyman or construction jobs. You won’t be disappointed!"
Response time9 hrs
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Freeman Drywall
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Johnson, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Would rate very good to excellent. . Personable, professional, punctual. Carpet, furniture, doors, windows and trim well protected before any work was started. Perhaps could have had less drywall damage with wallpaper removal in half of room. Wall surface repaired, primed, prepped for painting including sanding and painted.. ."
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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HERNANDEZ PAINTING
5.0(
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Johnson, AR and surrounding areas

In business since 2015

Small jobs welcome

"I had a set date I needed the project to be completed in which they went above and beyond to make sure all my expectations were met. They did and excellent job."
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Response time1 day
Response rate100%
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

Repairs typically take 2-4 hours for small areas. Larger or more complex repairs may require additional time.

It may take a bit of patience and trial and error to match your particular drywall texture type when making repairs. For orange peel or knockdown finishes, use a spray texture product or a thinned joint compound applied with a roller or sponge. Practice on scrap drywall or cardboard first. Once dry, lightly sand and prime before painting.

It’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

Whether you can install or repair plaster yourself depends on the project's size and your comfort level with DIY projects. It's possible to handle small repairs on your own, but for larger projects like a room restoration or a full installation, it's often best to hire a local plaster professional. The final appearance, even coverage, and durability of the plaster depend heavily on proper wall preparation and application. If you are not 100% confident in your ability to achieve a professional result, letting an expert handle the job is a worthwhile investment.

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