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Avatar for Rob Remodeling LLC
Rob Remodeling LLC
4.9(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Pasadena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Very personable. Was available quickly and at a significantly better price than the other two estimates. He primed the repaired areas even though I told him I would do it myself later. Just recommended to my son, so there you go."
Drywall Project
Drywall Project
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+12

Response time2 days
Response rate100%
Recommended by76%of homeowners
SMITHWRIGHT HOME IMPROVEMENT SERVICES, LLC
4.6(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Pasadena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2004

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Great! We had a list of repairs that built-up over the years and Bill did a thorough, beautiful job of attending to everything. He's meticulous with his work and was a pleasure to work with. Bill explained the nature of the repairs needed and answered all our questions. It's a relief to have these repairs made -- we are in better shape than when the work was first done (by someone else.)"
Roland Park
Woodbine
Silver Spring
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+16

Response rate100%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Hugo Carpet Services, LLC
4.1(
36
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Pasadena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2010

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I must say I was nervous about allowing a carpet service do repair on my laminate hardware floor. They sure did a absolutely amazing job! I mean I was completely speechless at the superb quality of work and the time it took them to complete the job was mindblowing! After completing this job for me, I'll be using them for any carpet, tile, hardwood floor installs in the future for sure!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Novas Home Services
4.6(
29
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Pasadena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"They were reliable, dependable, professional, and friendly. They arrived on time and did an outstanding job of raking and packaging leaves for removal from my lawn. He was also polite and offered a fair price. I would surely recommend them!"
Interior Remodeling
Deck Remodeling
Bedroom Remodeling
Response time5 hrs
Response rate94%
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Kinner Construction Company
4.7(
19
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Pasadena, MD and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1991

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mike Kinner and Crew are very honest, trustworthy, wonderfully skilled, and have a very broad range of expertise and experience. Mike has done roof repair, mold remediation, complete renovation of our front room, replaced a back porch, fixed major age related damage on the back of our 80 year old cottage, and installed a lovely window. I have always had great results and Mike is our first choice for anything we need done on our cottage. I cannot overstate his work ethic, craftsmanship, and willingness to work with the homeowner."
New Portico
Deteriorated Portico
Railing Replacement
New Railing
Removal of Termite Damaged Floor System.

+5

Response time4 hrs
Recommended by66%of homeowners
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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.

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.

You can skim coat plaster, but it’s better to repair the plaster itself. A skim coat is a thin coat of drywall joint compound spread over the surface of a wall. The result is a flat finish that looks pleasing, but part of the appeal of plaster is its imperfections and aesthetic. Skim coating is best when limited to drywall applications.

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.

Whether you can install or repair plaster yourself depends on the project's size and your comfort level with DIY projects. It's possible to handle small repairs on your own, but for larger projects like a room restoration or a full installation, it's often best to hire a local plaster professional. The final appearance, even coverage, and durability of the plaster depend heavily on proper wall preparation and application. If you are not 100% confident in your ability to achieve a professional result, letting an expert handle the job is a worthwhile investment.

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