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Lawson Coatings and Remodels

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32 years of experience

At Lawson Coatings we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very professional but also very personable. Great experience and would definitely hire again!!!"

Bolinda L on September 2025

At Lawson Coatings we take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumer's needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Very professional but also very personable. Great experience and would definitely hire again!!!"

Bolinda L on September 2025


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TTB Construction

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We r a 3 rd generation Honest family owned construction company that does quality service at a quality price.If it can be built, We can build it, and if it needs to be fixed, It will be better than before

We r a 3 rd generation Honest family owned construction company that does quality service at a quality price.If it can be built, We can build it, and if it needs to be fixed, It will be better than before


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Cork Louisiana LLC

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Cork Louisiana LLC

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New Construction and Remodeling. All aspects of Home Improvement. Fully Insured (General Liability and Workmans Comp). State Licensed Contractor #557541 Office: 337.602.6750 Mobile: 337.707.2632

New Construction and Remodeling. All aspects of Home Improvement. Fully Insured (General Liability and Workmans Comp). State Licensed Contractor #557541 Office: 337.602.6750 Mobile: 337.707.2632


Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

You can apply plaster over plaster, but before you do, check the stability of the existing plaster. If it’s been there for a while, it may require a base coat of PVA emulsion. This will make the existing plaster less porous and ensure the new and old plaster adhere properly.

If your premixed drywall mud is dried out or has begun to set in the bucket, you may be able to revive it by adding warm water and stirring. However, the first and most important step is to scrape off any hard, dried bits of drywall that may have accumulated toward the top of the container and throw them away because they will not easily reconstitute back into the drywall mud mix.

You’ll want to inspect your plaster walls for signs of damage before painting. If you notice soft spots, deep cracks, bubbling, or areas where the plaster is crumbling or pulling away from the wall, it likely needs repair. While small hairline cracks are common and likely cosmetic, you should address larger issues before painting to ensure a quality, smooth finish.

Ceiling-mounted curtains won’t damage the ceiling if they’re installed properly. Using the right anchors or securing the brackets into joists will ensure the curtain weight is properly supported and prevent damage. However, overtightening screws, using weak anchors, or repeatedly removing and reinstalling hardware in the same spot can cause cracking or sagging over time. In that case, you might have to call a pro for ceiling repair.

Yes, you can use drywall repair techniques for some types of plaster damage. Tiny holes and small cracks in plaster can be patched in similar ways to drywall. You apply the necessary compound to fill the hole, wait for it to dry, then sand it down. For larger damage, like water damage or mold, you need to use plaster-specific techniques and materials.

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