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Avatar for J & M Plastering
J & M Plastering
4.8(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1996

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"John gave me an estimate over the summer after letting me know his schedule wasn't open until fall. After looking at the sagging plaster ceilings in our 1920s house, he recommended covering with drywall, and he did the work in December. John and his colleague did two ceilings in 4 days (about 700 square feet total) and they are a huge improvement. We're already planning to hire him again!"
Response time6 hrs
Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Wilson Plastering
4.7(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2014

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"I asked for many quotes on home advisor for my very small job. I’ve learned that given my small house small jobs are both expensive and hard to get quality people to even consider them. Kyle not only called right away but also offered to come look at my project the same day within an hour. He did an amazing job repairing my drywall which I honestly thought I would need to replace it was so damaged from tile and oven hood removal. He was professional, on time, respectful, and cleaned up to a degree I have not had an experience with in the past with other contractors. I would highly recommend him!"
Response time8 hrs
10 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by97%of homeowners
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Legacy Drywall and Painting
4.8(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2015

Free estimates

Customers say: Terrific value

"Herberth at Legacy Drywall and Painting did an outstanding job on my home renovation, handling all the drywall, plaster, and paint work with skill and thoughtfulness. His responsiveness and professionalism were evident throughout the project, ensuring that every detail was addressed. The quality of the work exceeded my expectations. I highly recommend Legacy drywall and Painting for any drywall and painting needs for a homeowner or contractor - he truly delivers top-notch work."
Painting - Interior Project
Kitchen remodeling
Kitchen remodeling
Kitchen remodeling
Kitchen remodeling

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5 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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PatchMaster
5.0(
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2020

Free estimates

Warranties offered

We offer full service drywall repair including texture matching and painting. Our goal is to make every job seamless. We offer free quotes and a satisfaction guarantee. \n

Kitchen Update
Kitchen Update
Ceiling Repair
Drywall patch
32 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Herb Travis Handyman Services
4.3(
145
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Serving Smithfield, RI and surrounding areas

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In business since 2002

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"EXCELLENT JOB THEY REMOVED DOORS AND ASSEMBLY GROUND OFF ALL RUST RESURFACED FOUNDATION,RESEALED AND REFASTENED DOOR ASSEMBLY AFTER APPLYING GASKET MATERIAL .PAINTED DOORS AND ASSEMBLY...….THAT NIGHT IT RAINED.RAINED NOT A DROP OF WATER IN THE BASEMENT !!!"
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Drywall questions, answered by experts

Plaster is denser, harder, and more porous than drywall, so it absorbs moisture differently. This means you’ll often need more prep work, such as thorough sanding, patching, and priming with a high-quality bonding primer. Additionally, you may need more coats of paint to achieve even coverage. While the process takes more time, it helps ensure a durable and professional-looking result.

Yes, any parts of drywall that are wet or overly moist will need to be replaced. Drywall is intended to be dry (it’s in the name, after all.), as excess moisture can lead to mold and mildew and eventually corrode your home’s foundational building pieces. Do regular inspections in your home to make sure all your plumbing is intact and in good condition—this will go a long way toward preventing leaks.

Drying alone can take 1 to 4 hours to dry to the touch per plaster layer, but some types of plaster take several hours longer to dry. However, this doesn’t mean the job is done because plaster doesn’t fully harden until it cures, which can take a few days to a couple of weeks. It may take even longer if you’re building a new, pretty thick plaster wall. Allow the plaster to cure before painting it.

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. 

The age of your home can clue you in to whether you have plaster or drywall ceilings. Homes built after the ‘70s are more likely to have drywall ceilings and walls, while older homes have plaster. You can also do the pushpin test: A pushpin will go into drywall, whereas it’s much harder to push one into a plaster wall. If you’re still unsure, ask a drywall professional to let you know which type of ceilings and walls you have.

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