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McCarthy Plastering
4.9(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Sutton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Colin was just terrific--responsive, professional, cordial and efficient! His workmanship was top-notch, and the projects for which we hired him, including drywall and plaster repair and installation in several locations around our house, were completed on time and on budget. We'd give Colin and McCarthy Plastering more than five stars were that possible and hire him again without hesitation."
Response time1 day
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Preferred Skimcoat, Inc.
4.6(
21
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - RepairPlaster - Install - For Business

Serving Sutton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"Matt was super responsive and kind. He got in and did the job within days of us requesting a quote. We are finishing our basement which is cement blocks. We attempted to start to plaster and decided we could not do it. Matt and his team plastered the walls over where we had failed and made them look gorgeous. We were not home at the time and when we got home, our jaws dropped. Highly recommend."
Response time1 day
13 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by94%of homeowners
JM Begin Construction
4.8(
38
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Sutton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"He arrived on time explained what his plan of action was going to be. Him and his assistant finished the first stage of wall repairs in a couple hours.He came back twice after that to finish the job.They were both very friendly very professional even cleaned up all the mess.I talked to Jim about other jobs would like to do down the road. If these are projects he can help me with I will definitely be hiring him again very satisfied. Thank you Michele Ferraiuolo"
Response time9 hrs
Response rate90%
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Smart Painting Services, Inc.
5.0(
7
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Sutton, MA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

"I can't say enough about this business. Thoroughly professional work done quickly. The team keeps my home spotless when working there, and go the extra mile to be sure I'm happy. I renovated a 1960s condo and they have it looking absolutely gorgeous and modern. Rafael (the owner) is so creative solving any challenges that arise."
Response time5 days
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

You can put certain types of plaster over other types, but doing so isn't always the best idea. For example, putting a coat of gypsum over lime plaster is possible, but doing so will limit the lime plaster's breathability and potentially affect its performance.

Since cement plaster tends to leave a textured surface, no matter how much you smooth it, some people prefer to use gypsum plaster as a topcoat over cement plaster, creating a smoother surface.

You will be placing holes in the wall to hang the mounting bracket. If you’re mounting a large TV, the bolts in use could make significant holes around half an inch in diameter. Other than a few holes, though, the process of mounting the TV should not cause significant damage to the wall, unless you make an error and miss the wall stud, tearing out drywall. Should you decide to remove the mount later, the DIY drywall repair cost for a small hole usually is $10 to $30. It’s a repair you can do in a few minutes.

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.

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.

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.

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