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PatchMaster
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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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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
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Yes, you can apply new plaster over an existing plaster surface, such as a wall or ceiling, provided the old plaster is in good condition. Before you begin, check the stability of the existing plaster. The surface must be clean, free of loose material, and have no peeling paint. It is also recommended to roughen the surface slightly to promote adhesion. For older plaster, applying a base coat like a PVA emulsion or a specific bonding agent or primer is crucial. This step makes the existing plaster less porous and ensures the new and old layers adhere properly for a smooth, long-lasting finish.

Plaster is a beautiful finish but is labor-intensive to install and remove. It’s vulnerable to cracking and more sensitive to moisture variance than drywall. Installing plaster on a new wall is an expensive process that can take days to weeks, depending on the scope. Removing a plaster wall can also be quite expensive and time-consuming.

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

Applying plaster to a wall will usually cost between $2 and $10 per square foot for both the material and labor. The cost will vary based on the quality of the plaster you’re using and whether or not prep work is required before the work begins. Wall prep can add up to about 10% to your total costs. Plastering exterior walls can be more expensive in many cases because they are taller and require scaffolding and safety equipment.

You can technically just paint over hairline cracks in plaster since these cracks are often harmless, but this will mostly be a waste of paint. Paint will only hide the hairline crack for a few months before it shows up again. The best solution is to repair the crack with flexible filler or joint compound before repainting.

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