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Hinchcliff Interiors, Inc.
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Cedar, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2019

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Todd Hinchcliff is professional, timely and produces quality craftmanship results. I hired him to patch and repair our drywall ceiling. His work cannot be surpassed and he very affordable. I would hire him for any drywall project, you will be happy you did. I am."
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B & L Drywall
4.3(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Cedar, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1995

Small jobs welcome

B & L Drywall has been providing top quality work for homeowners and businesses since 1995. We welcome the opportunity to show you what experience, expertise & quality products can mean for the value of your home. We explain everything in detail so you can feel confident in working with us. This is an old practice that should be how all contractors do business. We will be happy to provide a list of satisfied customers who will give reference to the quality of our work, upon request.

Recommended by42%of homeowners
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Titan Drywall, LLC
3.3(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Cedar, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Excellent service and follow-through. Called a few days out and the night before to confirm the appointment and worked with my schedule. Quality of the work was excellent and stayed within the estimate. Todd helped with a couple other small drywall issues in the house, and was very helpful assessing another larger project in the basement. He is very reasonably priced, and does not try to sell you on unneccesary repairs/services. Couldn't be happier."
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Plaster is a beautiful finish but is labor-intensive to install and remove. It’s vulnerable to cracking and more sensitive to moisture variance than drywall. Installing plaster on a new wall is an expensive process that can take days to weeks, depending on the scope. Removing a plaster wall can also be quite expensive and time-consuming.

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.

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.

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.

Plaster walls typically last between 30 and 70 years, but depending on the quality of the materials and the moisture levels in the building, they can last for over 100 years. With expert application and consistent maintenance, plaster can even last for centuries. To extend its lifespan, it is important to have the plaster professionally installed, address any water damage promptly, and repair small cracks as they appear. Regular inspections by a professional can help identify and address concerning cracks before they become significant issues.

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