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Avatar for Referral Painting Service
Referral Painting Service
4.7(
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Dearborn, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"The estimate was done quickly and returned promptly. I also sought out other estimates. Some not prompt, essentially all the same cost. I went with Randy for his promptness and his ability to start my job in 4 days. They came in on time, worked the whole day and the next day. Living room, dining room ( open area) and a bedroom were done, walls and ceilings. Fireplace brick also painted and some plaster repair work done. Paint job looks great. I will definitely hire Referral Painting and Drywall again. Thanks Randy!"
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+37

Response time11 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by87%of homeowners
Avatar for Lakeside Painting & Plaster Repair LLC
Lakeside Painting & Plaster Repair LLC
4.7(
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For Business+1 more

Serving Dearborn, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2016

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Excellent job! They itemized and explained all the details, were flexible in scheduling the job, arrived on time, and thoroughly contained the area. More importantly, their work was complete and professionally finished. I will definitely call Lakeside Painting and Plaster for my next project."
Ceiling repair in process
in process. scraped ceiling
Plaster ceiling
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Original plaster ceiling. See the horse hair?

+10

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Fast Patch Drywall Repair LLC
4.7(
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Dearborn, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"I hired Nate to paint my condo and he did a great job! It looks great inside and I was very impressed with his work ethic. The work was done with high quality and in a few days. I highly recommend Nate for your painting needs. Thank you, Nate!"
Full house painting
Full house painting
Full house painting
Full house painting
Full house painting

+5

14 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by50%of homeowners
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Catano Carpentry
4.7(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Dearborn, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

With over 10 years experience in the home maintenance industry, Catano Carpentry is your industry expert in Oakland County, Michigan. We pride ourselves on our extreme professionalism and attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction guarantee will assure you we will not leave your property until you are completely satisfied with our work. As a family owned and operated business you can trust that we will treat your home as we would treat our own. Give us a call today we look forward to working with you!

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+10

Recommended by80%of homeowners
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Catano Carpentry
4.7(
30
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Dearborn, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend doing business with Cantano Carpentry. You will deal directly with the owner of the firm and the result's I guarantee will meet your satisfaction. I intend to use Cantano Carpentry again on my next project installing floating shelves in my kitchen."
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Recent Projects

+18

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by80%of homeowners
AJ&K General Contractor and Handyman LLC
5.0(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair

Serving Dearborn, MI and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Customers say: True professional

"James came over looked at the job and gave us the better of all the previous estimates we received. He then told us how much paint we would need. Two days later he brought his helper and they were done the same day. Well done and affordable"
Multi-Family Painting
Single Family Residential Painting
Multi-Family Painting
Single Family Residential Painting
Multi-Family Painting

+31

Response time1 day
Response rate100%
Recommended by60%of homeowners
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Damp plaster does dry out, although the drying time depends on several factors, including the type of plaster, the surrounding temperature, moisture content, and the extent of the dampness. Sometimes, it can take weeks or months for wall plaster to dry naturally.

Although they are used for similar tasks, spackle and joint compound are not the same. Joint compound, also known as drywall mud, consists of limestone and gypsum and is primarily used for large-scale projects like taping and finishing seams on new drywall. Spackle is composed of gypsum and binding agents, making it a thicker compound best suited for small wall repairs like filling nail holes or cracks, as it dries quickly and is easy to sand. For small repairs, either product can be suitable. However, you can use joint compound for small jobs in place of spackle, but you cannot use spackle for large-scale taping and mudding projects.

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.

Plaster is a pretty tough surface, but it can still sustain damage from things like bumping against it, water issues, dampness, extreme humidity changes, and plain old age. Most plaster walls last hundreds of years and will only be taken down to the base layer when major repairs are required. Being cautious around the wall, not placing furniture against it, and ensuring stable humidity are all great ways to reduce possible damage.

Yes, you can apply new plaster over an existing plaster surface, such as a wall or ceiling, provided the old plaster is in good condition. Before you begin, check the stability of the existing plaster. The surface must be clean, free of loose material, and have no peeling paint. It is also recommended to roughen the surface slightly to promote adhesion. For older plaster, applying a base coat like a PVA emulsion or a specific bonding agent or primer is crucial. This step makes the existing plaster less porous and ensures the new and old layers adhere properly for a smooth, long-lasting finish.

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