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Avatar for D M Plastering DBA Derek Richard
D M Plastering DBA Derek Richard
4.9(
15
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Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job went very well! Brandon was punctual, right on-time! He brought his equipment and tools inside and then covered the staircase with cloth tarps to protect them. He also placed large sturdy paper covering on the flooring, all the way to the front door! The paper quality was high grade and was taped to the floor. D M Plastering is professional, highly skilled and service focused. I would definitely use them again! DJC, Methuen"
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Collazo Home Improvement
5.0(
28
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Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Totally satisfied. Very thorough and skillful work. They were invested in making the project the best it could be. Very reasonable cost. Our home has great curb appeal now. Probably the best contractor experience we’ve had out in central Mass."
Remodeling - General Project
Decks & Porches Project
Remodeling - General Project
Remodeling - General Project
Painting - Exterior Project

+20

13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by92%of homeowners
Twombly Home Improvement
5.0(
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Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1987

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Twombly Home Improvement has done many projects for me; Remodeled a bathroom, erected a gazebo from scratch, repaired a collapsed roof, did wood rot repair around window sills and foundation, did some painting, and other work. Stephen provides great attention to detail, his estimates and final work costs are extremely competitive, he truly cares about his work and most importantly, he is very trustworthy."
Response time5 hrs
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Chuck's Paint and Handyman Service
4.9(
15
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Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

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In business since 2023

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"My husband and I hired Chuck to finish some drywall mudding and painting for my kitchen. He was timely and gave a reasonable rate! He was great to work with and my kitchen is amazing! Big thank you to chucks paint and handyman service!"
Red Pony Farm
Red Pony Farm
Red Pony Farm
Red Pony Farm
Dog Office

+27

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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MG&Sons Painting, LLC
5.0(
17
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Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2021

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Matt did an awesome job fixing our ceiling and walls in our bathroom . He was professional and reasonably priced! I give M.G & Sons paining a 5 star review!!"
re paint interior
Drywall repair
Drywall repair
Drywall repair
Drywall repair

+2

Response time8 hrs
Response rate96%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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America Plastering
3.8(
28
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Serving Princeton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2011

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Great job, affordable price and excelent professionals! They came two weeks ago at 7 a.m. to install the drywall and at 4p.m. they were done with Plastering.They cleaned up at the end and they are. Very respectful. My husband and I loved their job.;"
bluebord and plaster
bluebord and plaster
house
house
Response time6 hrs
2 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by73%of homeowners
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Drywall 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.

Yes, you can install drywall over plaster, but there are important factors to consider. While it can create a smooth, flat surface, it is often not the best approach. Installing drywall over plaster will increase the wall's thickness, which can cause issues with existing window and door frames that may no longer fit. You might also need to adjust power outlets to keep them accessible. A better, though more expensive, option is to remove the old plaster and lath entirely before installing new drywall. Drywalling directly over plaster seals in the old material, and if any problems arise later, you will need to remove both layers down to the structural beams for repairs. Given the potential complications, this job is best handled by professionals.

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.

Whether you apply the drywall mesh before or after drywall mud depends on the type of patch it is. For self-adhesive patches, you’ll put the patch down first and then coat it with mud. Mesh patches that are not self-adhesive will require you to put mud down first and then press the mesh into it, followed by additional coats of mud.

Look for flaking paint or air bubbles that burst and then flake away. Paint will begin to flake after being exposed to minimal moisture or water, so it’s a good indicator of any water damage. If you notice your paint starting to flake, feel the plaster underneath to see if it is soft or damp.

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