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Paladin Restorations
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Manhattan, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I highly recommend Paladin painting, The project they took on was a disaster , John came and spoke to me and explain in detail what he was going to accomplish. John and his team worked 7 days a week until the project was complete. I wish I had pictures showing the before and after and the transformation that took place. John was a true professional and sent me pictures every night of the progress they made. His team was very professional and did a great job. I highly recommend John and his company and am sure you will not be disappointed. Thank you again for the job you did for us."
Bold Color
Handyman work
Cutting and Painting
tape & skim
Tape and Skim

+44

Response time7 hrs
Response rate90%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Elias Painting & More Corp.
5.0(
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Drywall - Repair

Serving Manhattan, NY and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Elias and his team helped me with an important repair (pocket door installation, new drywall, painting entire kitchen)â ¦. They did the work beautifully and quickly / on schedule. Theyrvoryce was fair. I recommend them!"
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+18

Response time4 hrs
Response rate99%
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

You can plaster over regular drywall, but it's essential to prepare the surface properly. Before plastering, the drywall should be clean, free of dust, and any loose or peeling paint should be removed. Applying a primer specifically designed for plastering can improve adhesion. Some professionals recommend applying a base coat of plaster or joint compound to create a better surface for the plaster to adhere to. Proper preparation ensures a smooth and durable plaster finish over regular drywall.

Drywall texture refers to the techniques used on the surface of drywall to create a pleasing visual or tactile effect. Depending on your desired outcome, drywall texture can range from incredibly subtle to a focal point of a room. Textures play a significant role in interior design and are an excellent and relatively cost-effective way to change the feeling of a room.

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.

There are several benefits to wet-sanding drywall, but the main perk is that it produces far less dust than dry-sanding. As a result, wet-sanding poses fewer health risks and makes less of a mess in your home. Plus, damp sponges are less abrasive than sandpaper, so there’s a smaller chance of scratching or damaging the drywall paper. Wet-sanding also creates a smoother finish than dry-sanding.

Drywall can get wet and dry out without sustaining permanent damage, but only if the water damage is minor. If you have a small leak and are quick to correct the issue and set up blower fans and dehumidifiers, your drywall should dry out. If the leak is persistent, the drywall becomes totally waterlogged, or mold begins forming on the drywall, you should remove and replace it.

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