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M&R Painting
5.0(
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Georgetown, DE and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Max and his team did a very good job. I had them install and finish drywall in an 8 x 19 room. I also had them paint the room. The cost was very reasonable compared to other quotes and the work was professionally done."
M&R paintings
Door
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seaford

+61

Response time6 hrs
Response rate99%
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Fine Finishes By Faunce
5.0(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Georgetown, DE and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I had an outstanding experience with Fine Finishes By Faunce company from start to finish. The worker was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely committed to providing excellent customer service. He communicated clearly throughout the process and paid close attention to every detail. What impressed me most was his dedication to quality and making sure I was completely satisfied. It’s refreshing to work with a company that values its customers and takes pride in its work. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend this company to anyone looking for reliable, high-quality service. Thank you for such a great experience. I look forward to working with you again!"
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SM Renovation Group, LLC
4.3(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Georgetown, DE and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"We used Forever Renovation for a backsplash project, and they did a wonderful job. They were easy to communicate with and scheduled the project shortly after reaching out. They were open to feedback, worked with us, and had good attention to detail. Would certainly recommend."
Bathroom Remodel
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Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Bathroom Remodel

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Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by53%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Although they have similar applications, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Their primary differences lie in their composition, consistency, and ideal use cases.

Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it thicker than joint compound. It dries quickly and is easy to sand, which makes it ideal for small wall repair projects like filling nail holes or patching minor damage.

Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum. It is primarily used for large-scale projects, such as taping and finishing the seams on newly installed drywall. It tends to shrink more than spackle and can be more difficult to spread.

While both products can be used to fill small depressions and cracks, spackle cannot replace joint compound for taping and mudding new drywall. Conversely, you can often use joint compound for small patching jobs typically done with spackle.

Plaster repair costs range from $4 to $10 per square foot for refinishing, while skim coating can be less expensive, usually between $2 and $5 per square foot. The price you pay for plaster repairs will depend on the extent of the damage, the type of plaster you have on your walls, and the accessibility of the damage. Plaster repair on the exterior of your home tends to be more expensive, as there’s a higher chance that ladders or scaffolding will be necessary to carry out the repair.

Drying alone can take 1 to 4 hours to dry to the touch per plaster layer, but some types of plaster take several hours longer to dry. However, this doesn’t mean the job is done because plaster doesn’t fully harden until it cures, which can take a few days to a couple of weeks. It may take even longer if you’re building a new, pretty thick plaster wall. Allow the plaster to cure before painting it.

Technically speaking, you can use drywall primer over plasters. However, oil-based primers work the most effectively on wall plasters. Meanwhile, water-based primers work just as well with drywalls. Nowadays, there are also universal primers suitable for drywall and plaster. Overall, you will be fine as long as you are using a trustworthy brand.

It is possible to apply plaster on the interior or exterior of your home, but we don’t recommend it. Plaster is easy to apply in theory, but in reality, it can be a challenging material to work with, and it’s difficult to get the finished product to look clean, even, and smooth. Many DIYers end up calling in a professional afterward to touch up the area or even redo it entirely because of mistakes they made in the process. Hiring a plaster pro will cost more, but it’s usually the best option to achieve high-quality results.

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