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Avatar for Richard Goodnow
Richard Goodnow
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Plaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Loris, SC and surrounding areas

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Super Service Award Winner

In business since 1995

Small jobs welcome

Customers say: True professional

"Rick did a great job removing the popcorn and making our ceilings look brand new. He also repaired our walls which were in terrible shape. He is very trustworthy, responsive, fair, and he hit our deadline as he said he would."
Response time10 hrs
Response rate88%
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Rosales Painting & Drywall, LLC
5.0(
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Plaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Loris, SC and surrounding areas

In business since 2019

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Eduardo came highly recommended to me and he did not disappoint. He and his crew worked tirelessly to complete the job timely while always paying attention to every detail. They arrived on time each day and cleaned up each evening before leaving. True professionals and very pleasant to deal with. I would highly recommend Rosales Painting & Drywall."
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INTERIOR BEACH HOUSE PAINTING
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Response time1 day
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Plaster Repair questions, answered by experts

Plastering and skimming are two different techniques for finishing walls. Plastering involves applying a thick layer of a plaster mixture—typically containing gypsum, lime, cement, sand, and water—to create a new surface. This process often requires multiple coats and is used for repairing significant damage or creating decorative textures. Skimming, on the other hand, is a technique that involves applying a thin layer of drywall compound or joint compound over an existing surface to smooth it out, covering minor imperfections, small cracks, or uneven textures for a polished look. Plastering is generally more costly and labor-intensive than skimming. Although some people use the terms interchangeably, they refer to different processes and materials.

It may take a bit of patience and trial and error to match your particular drywall texture type when making repairs. For orange peel or knockdown finishes, use a spray texture product or a thinned joint compound applied with a roller or sponge. Practice on scrap drywall or cardboard first. Once dry, lightly sand and prime before painting.

This depends on how much plaster is applied and in how many layers, but a decent estimate is around 150 square feet. If you are applying only two coats on a small wall, there is a chance you may only need one or two gallons for the entire project. If you are plastering a large living room wall with high ceilings, using one of the more involved techniques–like Scagliola–that requires several coats, expect the project materials costs to add up quickly. 

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.

If you already have plaster walls and ceilings, adding new plaster costs $2 to $10 per square foot. For an average-sized room, that would come out to $1,200 to $10,000. However, the cost to replace plaster with drywall is higher—running between $720 and $1,250 for a 10-by-8-foot wall or ceiling (not including drywall finishing).

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