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Avatar for Tri-Color Plaster LLC
Tri-Color Plaster LLC
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Summit, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Plaster stairwell ceiling in my 1887 home was damaged and needed repair. Didn t think I could ever get it repaired. Patrick from Tri Color came to the rescue! He did a beautiful job and made my 130 yr old ceiling look like new again.Take my word for it If you are in need of any kind of plaster work,Tri Color is the company to call!"
Plaster
Plaster
Plaster
Plaster
Plaster

+2

Response time8 hrs
Response rate90%
11 neighbors recently requested a quote
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The Patch Boys of North Jersey
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Summit, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The technician completed my project in one day and my ceiling looks fantastic and exceeded my expectations. I will use the Patch Boys for additional planned projects. I highly recommend this company."
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+27

Response time4 hrs
Response rate98%
14 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Accentuate Walls
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Summit, NJ and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1983

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Richard did a great job repairing and skim coating our plaster walls, and he also did a great job repairing multiple cracks in the ceiling as well. He explained every step of the process clearly and offered a very fair price for the work. Overall, Richard did a great job on our walls and has enabled us to move forward with our renovation. No complaints-- would definitely recommend hiring Richard to anyone in need of plaster work."
Equipment is consolidated
Finished blue bedroom
Entry staircase
 antonino painting a wallunit
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+125

Response time10 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Mayron Painting Services
5.0(
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Summit, NJ and surrounding areas

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In business since 2010

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"I had the pleasure of hiring Mayron to restore my water-damaged kitchen. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and excellent craftsmanship surpassed all expectations. They seamlessly put walls and cabinets back together, installed new lighting and tile, and painted with precision. Impressed with their work, I also had them redo my bathroom. The team was punctual, friendly, and their exceptional skills made the entire process stress-free. I highly recommend this painter for top-notch painting, and renovation services."
Professional Finish
Venetian Plaster and Gold Leaf
White railing
Orange Tone
Blue Railing and stairs

+28

Response time11 hrs
Response rate85%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Elite Work Home Improvement LLC
5.0(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Summit, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1994

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"When Elite Work Home Improvement repaired my roof after a storm, they exceeded my expectations. Their team responded quickly and thoroughly assessed the damage. They provided a comprehensive repair plan and carried it out expertly. After completing the repairs, the team worked efficiently and left my property clean and tidy. Their professionalism, attention to detail, and dedication to customer satisfaction have all impressed me. I would definitely hire them again if I needed roofing in the future."
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Roof/Chimney Projects

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Response time7 hrs
Response rate99%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
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JNA General Contractor LLC
4.9(
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Install - For BusinessPlaster - Repair+1 more

Serving Summit, NJ and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: Super punctual

"Excellent! The boss and the crew arrived on time. (Always a good indicator in my book.) They set up their equipment, taking care to protect my furniture. They did a good job with the plastering. When they were finished, they cleaned up the plaster dust, etc. They didn't waste time; they worked and were cordial to me. I couldn't ask for more. I would definitely hire JNA again."
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Response time2 days
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Both plaster and drywall are durable wall finishes, but they differ significantly in installation, cost, performance, and aesthetics.

Installation & Cost: Drywall installation is faster and more affordable, typically costing $1.50 to $3 per square foot. It uses premade sheets, making it a more accessible DIY project. Plastering is a labor-intensive craft that requires specialized skills, pushing costs to $2 to $10 per square foot. It involves applying a wet paste over a lath framework.

Durability & Performance: Plaster is generally more durable, longer-lasting, and provides superior soundproofing. It is also a better insulator, which can help reduce energy costs. Drywall is easier to remove for future renovations.

Aesthetics: Drywall provides a smooth, uniform surface ready for paint or texture. Plaster offers a high-end, naturally textured look that can hide imperfections and is often preferred for achieving a classic or historic aesthetic.

Which is better? The choice depends on your priorities. Drywall is ideal for those prioritizing a lower upfront cost, faster installation, and DIY potential. Plaster is the better option for a higher-end project where durability, soundproofing, and a unique, premium finish are more important than the initial cost.

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.

Depending on how much adhesive was used as well as the strength of the adhesive, you may have some drywall damage when removing a mirror. You can typically repair most drywall damage if it’s small by sanding the damaged area, applying spackle to smooth the damaged section so it’s flush with the rest of the wall, and repainting the area.

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’s not a good idea to plaster over broken plaster (unless by broken you’re referring to cracked, in which case that’s perfectly fine). However, broken plaster can be a sign of a larger underlying issue like foundation damage or severe damage to the lath holding up the plaster, so it’s worth investigating before you simply plaster on top of the damage.

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