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Precision Plaster, L.L.C.

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Precision Plaster, L.L.C.

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Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
3 years of experience

Precision Plaster, L.L.C., owned and operated by Matthew Lent with 14 years of experience, serves areas around Lisle, NY. Specializing in drywall and plaster installation and repair, skim coat, sand finish, and interior and exterior painting for both residential and commercial projects, Precision Plaster ensures high-quality results and customer satisfaction.

"Matt and his team are the best in the business! Professional personable and top quality work! I recommend them to all my clients. The best of the best !"

Andrea B on August 2024

Precision Plaster, L.L.C., owned and operated by Matthew Lent with 14 years of experience, serves areas around Lisle, NY. Specializing in drywall and plaster installation and repair, skim coat, sand finish, and interior and exterior painting for both residential and commercial projects, Precision Plaster ensures high-quality results and customer satisfaction.

"Matt and his team are the best in the business! Professional personable and top quality work! I recommend them to all my clients. The best of the best !"

Andrea B on August 2024

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PatPro Construction

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PatPro Construction

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Welcome to PatPro we are available at any time please feel free to request our services from the website or you can call. I have a knowledgeable crew who can always get the job done for you! We understand things happen at odd hours so we offer our 24/7 emergency repairs. Our skills are as follows but not limited to (Carpentry, custom wood work, drywall, spackle, paint (interior and exterior), trim, tile, window installation, door repairs and installation, flooring, siding, decking, fences, lawn care, plumbing, minor electrical, and much more). Please feel free to contact me at any time, I look forward to hearing from you! Patrick F. Rapkiewicz Owner and Operator of PatPro Construction 1(631)-816-3403 [email protected]

Welcome to PatPro we are available at any time please feel free to request our services from the website or you can call. I have a knowledgeable crew who can always get the job done for you! We understand things happen at odd hours so we offer our 24/7 emergency repairs. Our skills are as follows but not limited to (Carpentry, custom wood work, drywall, spackle, paint (interior and exterior), trim, tile, window installation, door repairs and installation, flooring, siding, decking, fences, lawn care, plumbing, minor electrical, and much more). Please feel free to contact me at any time, I look forward to hearing from you! Patrick F. Rapkiewicz Owner and Operator of PatPro Construction 1(631)-816-3403 [email protected]

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Couple of Repairs

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Couple of Repairs

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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

If customer buy materials I will only charge for labor costs. Free estimates. If customer requests I can I give them a 1 on 1 consultation so we can know more information on exactly what the Customer wants. senior/Veteran Discounts Available. We are also on Facebook. Couple of Repairs. We are Insured.

"He was good. He did good work and he's reliable."

Thomas R on June 2020

If customer buy materials I will only charge for labor costs. Free estimates. If customer requests I can I give them a 1 on 1 consultation so we can know more information on exactly what the Customer wants. senior/Veteran Discounts Available. We are also on Facebook. Couple of Repairs. We are Insured.

"He was good. He did good work and he's reliable."

Thomas R on June 2020

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Mike Stroh Painting LLC

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45 years of experience

Stroh Painting is committed to a job well done at a reasonable price, every time. With over 36 years of knowledge, expertise and expertise, owner operator Mike Stroh will make sure that your project comes out right.

Stroh Painting is committed to a job well done at a reasonable price, every time. With over 36 years of knowledge, expertise and expertise, owner operator Mike Stroh will make sure that your project comes out right.

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Drywall questions, answered by experts

It’s a pretty good idea to have drywall corners, also called drywall beading. Drywall is a pretty brittle material and corners tend to be rubbed up against it often. Rather quickly, the edges will start crumbling and you’ll need to replace the entire panel, or add beads on top and repaint the wall. Drywall beads—which are inexpensive—provide long-term support for the drywall and protect your investment.

If you’re installing new drywall, you may need to skim coat the drywall first for a smooth finish and to allow the primer to adhere to the wall. It’s only necessary if there are imperfections in your drywall due to issues with the studs or improper drywall installation. If you’re refreshing existing walls, you may want to skim coat if there are imperfections across the wall. As an alternative, you can repair your drywall and sand it for a smooth finish before painting.

You should do a little bit of sanding between adding coats of mud. Knock down any ridges or significantly imperfect areas through sanding, which should help you apply the next coat of mud smoothly. If your first coat of mud is pretty smooth after it dries, a quick sanding is all you’ll need. Don’t forget to wipe away any dust after each sanding process.

Here’s another instance of where the answer is you could, but that doesn’t mean you should. Yes, part of the issue is getting the drywall to stay in place on the tiles, and it’s understandable that screws will crack the tiles and cause them to crumble. That’s why it’s a much better idea to screw drywall into studs, not your porcelain or ceramic tile. But aside from issues with attaching the drywall, it’s also about ensuring a smooth application without trapping moisture inside.

Which style of corner bead you choose—whether metal or paper-faced—depends on your preference and if you’re comfortable using metal-cutting tools and a hammer. Metal bead offers superior strength and durability but its installation is slightly more involved. We’d say for most cases, it’s better to use metal bead but if you’re not comfortable working with metal, paper-faced bead will work just fine. 

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