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Oscar Vico Painting
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2004

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Offers commercial services

"Oscar takes great pride in his work. He transformed our living room. He did an amazing job of painting the walls and repairing the ceiling. We are very pleased with the outcome. Oscar is a hard worker. He knows what to do and he does it. We highly recommend you hiring Oscar."
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Sonart Construction Corp.
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2013

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I recently had my shingle roof replaced and I?m very happy with the results. The team was professional, punctual, and completed the job efficiently. The quality of the work is excellent, and the new roof looks great. They kept the work area clean and communicated well throughout the process. I would definitely recommend them to anyone needing a roof replacement."
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Scorpions Contracting, Inc.
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Plaster - Install - For Business

Serving Barnstable, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

With many years of experience, Scorpions Contracting Inc has built a positive reputation in the local community. We completely understand what you're going through. We know every customer has different desires, different needs and different schedules.

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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

The short answer is yes, a sagging plaster ceiling is dangerous. Sagging plaster on a wall is something you should fix immediately, but it isn’t a major concern. If the same type of sagging occurs on a ceiling, however, you could be in danger of your ceiling falling in large chunks. When plaster sags, it loses its strength and ability to hold itself up. The bonds that hold it together are strong, though, so if a sagging area falls, it will take large pieces down with it.

While it’s most common to sand plaster dry, it is possible to wet-sand plaster, too. Doing so can reduce the amount of plaster dust released into the air and make it easier to work in smaller, more delicate areas (such as around wall trim). However, some people find that wet sanding leads to more imperfections, which is why larger walls are more often dry sanded to ensure an even finish.

Venetian plaster is a highly durable wall finish that becomes a rock-like substance once dried, making it last longer than most other wall finishes. Its lifespan can range from decades to centuries, potentially lasting a lifetime. Key factors influencing its longevity include the quality of the initial application, whether it's properly sealed against moisture, and how the wall is maintained and treated (e.g., how often it is touched or bumped). Due to its mineral content, it can also develop a patina over time.

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.

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.

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