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J.D. Cano Construction, LLC
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Your home is your most important investment, and renovating it shouldn't be a stressful experience. At J.D. Cano Construction, LLC, we take the guesswork and worry out of home remodeling. Led by an LSU Construction Management graduate with over a decade of hands-on expertise, we bring professional project management and reliable craftsmanship straight to your doorstep.\n\nWhy homeowners choose us:\n\nFixed-Price Guarantee: We provide detailed, upfront pricing so your final cost is exactly what we shook hands on—no surprise fees.\n\nReliable Schedules: We use a structured timeline to get the job done efficiently, minimizing disruption to your daily life.\n\nFlawless Quality: From high-end kitchen and bath renovations to seamless home additions, we deliver beautiful, lasting results.\n\nLet’s build your dream space together. Contact us today for a detailed consultation. \n

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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

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.

Plaster walls typically last between 30 and 70 years, but depending on the quality of the materials and the moisture levels in the building, they can last for over 100 years. With expert application and consistent maintenance, plaster can even last for centuries. To extend its lifespan, it is important to have the plaster professionally installed, address any water damage promptly, and repair small cracks as they appear. Regular inspections by a professional can help identify and address concerning cracks before they become significant issues.

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.

The tool you use to sand plaster will depend on the size of the project. If you’re just working on a small section of your wall to get rid of an uneven spot on the surface, hand-sanding might work. However, for larger projects, a drywall sander can make a huge difference when it comes to both time and elbow grease—and an orbital sander can help for detailed areas such as around ceiling fans.

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.

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