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The Patch Boys of Clarksville and Bowling Green
4.9(
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be more satisfied w The Patch Boys of Clarksville and Bowling Green. Im pretty particular w contractors especially when it comes to working inside my home. Working w Ireland and her team to remove the popcorn ceiling throughout my home took the stress out of the project. Now I look at my newly remodeled ceilings and just smile. When I need drywall work completed again, I wont hesitate to call Ireland Lutz and her Patch Boys team!"
Garage ceiling
Garage ceiling
Tornado Damage
Tornado Damage
Response time5 hrs
Response rate100%
Recommended by37%of homeowners
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The Patch Boys of Clarksville and Bowling Green
5.0(
6
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Plaster - Repair

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I could not be more satisfied w The Patch Boys of Clarksville and Bowling Green. Im pretty particular w contractors especially when it comes to working inside my home. Working w Ireland and her team to remove the popcorn ceiling throughout my home took the stress out of the project. Now I look at my newly remodeled ceilings and just smile. When I need drywall work completed again, I wont hesitate to call Ireland Lutz and her Patch Boys team!"
Bathroom
Ceiling
Bedroom
Hallway
Before & After

+3

Response time2 days
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Z&S Home Solutions
5.0(
4
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - Repair

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Small jobs welcome

At Z&S Home Solutions, we stand out because we focus on quality, reliability, and clear communication. We treat every project as if it were our own home, paying close attention to detail and making sure the job is done right the first time.\n\nOur goal is not just to complete a project, but to exceed our customers' expectations. We are committed to being responsive, honest, and professional throughout the entire process. Whether it's drywall repair, painting, home repairs, installations, or remodeling work, we take pride in delivering high-quality results and excellent customer service.

Metal Framing
Metal Framing
Painting in Franklin
Painting in Franklin
Kingins Drywall - Facebook
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Plaster - InstallPlaster - RepairPlaster - Repair - For Business

Serving Dover, TN and surrounding areas

In business since 2018

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

Kingins Drywall is committed to excellence in every aspect of our business. We uphold a standard of integrity bound by fairness, honesty, and personal responsibility. Our distinction is the quality of service we bring to our customers. Accurate knowledge of our trade combined with ability is what makes us true professionals. Above all, we are watchful of our customers' interests and make their concerns the basis of our business.

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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.

You’ll want to inspect your plaster walls for signs of damage before painting. If you notice soft spots, deep cracks, bubbling, or areas where the plaster is crumbling or pulling away from the wall, it likely needs repair. While small hairline cracks are common and likely cosmetic, you should address larger issues before painting to ensure a quality, smooth finish.

Costs range from $200 to $800, depending on the area size and damage severity.

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.

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.

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