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Signature Spaces, LLC
5.0(
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Filer, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

At Signature Spaces, our mission is to transform homes and spaces into beautiful, functional environments that reflect our clients’ unique tastes and lifestyles. We are dedicated to providing exceptional craftsmanship, innovative design, and unparalleled customer service. By using high-quality materials and sustainable practices, we strive to create lasting value and a positive impact on our community. Our goal is to exceed expectations in every project, large or small, and to build lasting relationships with our clients based on trust, integrity, and excellence

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Response time4 hrs
Response rate96%
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chavez services
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Filer, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Thomas pulled up the old tiles and sub flooring in my home during my remodel. He was quick and clean. He was very careful in removing the staples and verifying it met my expectations before leaving the site."
Response time9 hrs
Response rate86%
Recommended by77%of homeowners
Joe Jack Construction, LLC
5.0(
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Filer, ID and surrounding areas

In business since 2020

Credit card accepted

"I have worked with a few contractors in the Magic valley area but after Working with Jeremy and Joe Jack Construction, LLC, I had to get rid of their phone numbers! Jeremy is all around great but what stood out the most for me was his high quality of work, honesty, and the fact that he showed up on time every day.I highly recommend him!"
Response time50 mins
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

You can repair plaster ceilings yourself after the cause of the ceiling damage has been addressed. However, the repair can easily take 5 hours and can be slightly challenging for those without previous experience. If you do decide to flex your DIY muscle, have a helper to help hold the ladder and pass you the tools for safety purposes.

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.

Smaller is better when patching holes with spackle. Any holes wider than four to six inches in diameter tend to be too wide to repair with spackle alone. You'll likely want to patch bigger holes with a drywall panel. 

Even holes measuring up to 6 inches may be challenging to fill with spackle alone. For best results, purchase a wall repair patch made from wire mesh. Cut the patch to fit over the hole, then use the spackle to hold it in place. Apply the spackle over the patch as you would for a smaller hole.

There are several warning signs that a ceiling crack is connected to a larger issue. For starters, if the crack is wider than 1/8 inch or longer than 12 inches, you might have a more serious problem. The same applies if you have multiple smaller cracks or cracks going across the ceiling and down the wall. In any of these situations, you should ask a professional to assess the damage.

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