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Leeze construction

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Recent Plasterer Enquiries

28 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Leigh-on-Sea - SS9

Enquiry from: Alex B

Start Date: Immediate

we would like plaster moulding to look like wood panelling. we have this in another property and would like to replicate this here. i can send photos are you the property owner: owner of the property ...

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11 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Leigh-on-Sea - SS9

Enquiry from: Matt P

Start Date: Immediate

Textured marble effect on 2 walls, 4m wide & 2.5m wide

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22 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Leigh-on-Sea - SS9

Enquiry from: Esra G

Start Date: Less than one month

customer made an online enquiry for plastering and confirmed on sms and email they would like a call with a plasterer to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the prop...

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06 Jul

Ceiling | Artexing

Leigh-on-Sea - SS9

Enquiry from: Susan S

Start Date: Immediate

we have a plastered ceiling that had 2 thin roller coats of paint. the paint above the shower is now a big blister so i am looking for an artex ceiling as we had before to solve the problem

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15 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Leigh-on-Sea - SS9

Enquiry from: Glenn O

Start Date: Immediate

Great, what do you need done? More than one room Two rooms need ceiling and walls skimmed. Plus several areas need making good after electrical rewiring Are you the property owner: Owner of the prope...

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16 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Leigh-on-Sea - SS9

Enquiry from: David M

Start Date: Less than one month

skimming of walls in one of my bedrooms Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached How many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 Are you looking for Interior ...

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17 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Leigh-on-Sea - SS9

Enquiry from: Shanta E

Start Date: Immediate

Replastering 3 bed house - all walls and ceilings excluding kitchen/bathroom/conservatory. (i.e. replastering through lounge/dining room, small downstairs hall, staircase, small upper landing, 2 doubl...

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24 Jun

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Leigh-on-Sea - SS9

Enquiry from: Carol A

Start Date: Immediate

Property type: Semi detached, Work description: One standard sized bathroom ceiling Please contact to appoint

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21 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Chelmsford - CM2

Enquiry from: Luke C

Start Date: Immediate

hi i need one downstairs room skimming 3 walls i think, think it about 20 sq meters max all together can send u pics u can come have quick look asap? need know how quicj u can do and approx price plea...

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15 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Chelmsford - CM2

Enquiry from: David C

Start Date: Immediate

Artex Removal Lead

plaster a small (no more than 6 inch) circle of a kitchen ceiling and paint (white) after water damage are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you l...

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08 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Chelmsford - CM2

Enquiry from: Terry J

Start Date: Immediate

We need a quote for 2 ceiling’s downstairs - one of which will need plasterboard put up first.

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10 May

Interior work | Plastering

Brentwood - CM13

Enquiry from: Andrew B

Start Date: Immediate

instal plaster coving to new bedroom. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking for interior d...

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14 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

Brentwood - CM13

Enquiry from: Lauren S

Start Date: Immediate

Plastering around newly fitted kitchen area - preferably week commencing 27th March. Please let me know if you have availability. Many thanks Lauren

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26 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Brentwood - CM13

Enquiry from: Dennis C

Start Date: Immediate

Artex Removal Lead

1957 residence (detached house). replace 4 bedroom ceiling comings currently polystyrene (!) with simple 3-4” concave coving / room sizes (approx): 15x13’ (x2), 11x11’ & 7x9’ are you the prope...

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20 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Chelmsford - CM2

Enquiry from: Darren S

Start Date: Immediate

3.1 x3.2 metre square bedroom. Four walls plastered. Possibly skirting board as well

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03 Dec

Interior work | Plastering

Chelmsford - CM2

Enquiry from: Olivia W

Start Date: Immediate

artex on the walls and ceiling plastered over in rooms and hallways. 2 bed property. work to start as soon as possible. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many ...

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13 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

Chelmsford - CM2

Enquiry from: Andrew F

Start Date: Immediate

2 x bedrooms - remove coving and smooth over artex/textured ceiling. potenti*** part of quote. skim small galley kitchen ceiling and walls and repair kitchen extension ceiling post spot light install...

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05 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Ingatestone - CM4

Enquiry from: Beverley T

Start Date: Immediate

i need a quote for plastering this new property. i have drawings if that helps you. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have plas...

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29 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Chelmsford - CM2

Enquiry from: Val B

Start Date: Immediate

Skimming over artex in lounge (4.29m x4.47m, kitchen (3.17m x 4.29m & landing.

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16 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Chelmsford - CM2

Enquiry from: David T

Start Date: Immediate

Replaster bathroom and kitchen ceilings

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How much do Plasterer services cost?

How much do Plasterers cost? Costs for Plasterers in 2024 can be very different depending on the type of work that you require to have performed in your house. 

A plaster is used to serve a number of purposes when applied on a solid surface. It seals rough brickwork or stonework, it provides a smooth surface for the application of paint, the smooth surface offers a clean and wipeable finish, it’s used to repair holes and cracks in existing plasterwork and lots more. With all these benefits, it’s little surprise more and more home and property owners are looking to have their properties plastered. If you’re also considering taking on this task, then you’d probably want to know exactly how much it’ll cost to get this project over the line. In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight into wall plastering costs to help you make the best informed decisions moving forward. Let’s take a look!

As you may have expected, the cost of charged by plasterers is dependent on a number of factors. These factors include the dimension of the room, accessibility of the surface, the condition of the existing plaster as well as the size or reputation of the company. Several plasterer professionals charge a daily rate or a average room size. They know the approximate area that they can cover in a day and charge accordingly. Typically, plastering walls from scratch for small rooms will cost within the range of £600 to £700 with a duration of 2 to 3 days, while mid-sized room should cost in between £650 to £1000 with a completion time from 2 to 4 days. Lastly, for a large room, you can expect to incur about of £1000 to £1500 and can be completed within 4 days.

The table shows the kinds of job that Plasterers usually do and the regular price series of these projects. Some jobs take longer to complete than others so prices do vary by task.

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The average price
of a Plasterer in Leigh-on-sea is:

£430

Plasterer job Plasterer cost in 2024
Plastering in Leigh-on-sea £563-£863
Artexing in Leigh-on-sea £150-£230
Plasterboard ceilings in Leigh-on-sea £225-£600
Suspended ceilings in Leigh-on-sea £525-£805
Artex Removal in Leigh-on-sea £190-£400

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Plasterer FAQs

how to get artex off a ceiling?

Artex is a water based surface coating which is used to decorate both ceilings and walls with a textured finish. Back in the 1970’s, artex happens to be very popular when the swirling or spiky effects it creates  were considered to be the best of fashion when it comes to interior designs. However, in today’s world, an artex ceiling is not only considered outdated but also a pain to clean and repair.

 

If you have an artex ceiling in your residential property and looking for a way to get it off, then you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’re going to show you how its done without much stress.

 

To get started you’d need to get the following tools and material which includes: safety goggles, dust mask and rubber gloves, plastic sheeting, canvas drop cloth ( carpet) or rosin paper (hard floor) and step ladder

 

 

Prepare the room. Start this by moving all furniture out of the room or stack the furniture at the centre of the room and cover using plastic sheets. Once done, cover all non-removable items with plastic sheets and lay down a canvas drop cloth for carpet floors and rosin paper for hard floors

  • Put on your safety gear
  • Use a utility knife or joint knife to slowly chip away at the texture and create a smooth surface.
  • Mix joint compound in a bucket as per the instructions on the package
  • Skim the surface with a thin layer of joint compound to smooth it out using a taping knife, then leave to dry overnight before you proceed
  • Lightly sand the surface smooth with the help of a 220-grit sanding block
  • Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface clean prior to painting.
How to paint an artex ceiling?

It’s possible to paint your artex ceiling if you want to smarten it up or make it a different colour.

If it’s never been painted before, you’ll need to paint it with a PVA-based solution or water-thinned paint layer to start with. You may want to scrape or sand off any loose or peeling patches beforehand, but only do this if you’re sure that the artex doesn’t contain any asbestos.

Once you’ve done this, follow with two coats of your paint of choice – ideally an emulsion. If your artex ceiling has been painted before then you can paint directly without priming. However, if you’re painting over a particularly bold colour with a lighter one, you might want apply a layer of white paint first.

how to plasterboard a ceiling?

Installing a plasterboard to a ceiling is not the easiest of tasks, and even though it can be done by one person, it’s usually a lot easier when done by two people. If you’re an experienced DIYer, this task becomes a lot easier to undertake, with both confidence and patience needed to ensure a successful outcome. If you lack these essential attributes, we’d strongly recommend you call in a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results for help. In this guide, we’re going to take you through the processes involved to plasterboard your ceiling. Let’s take a look!

✓ Take a measurement of your ceiling. Knowing the length and width of your room is crucial here. You have nothing to worry about if it’s not a perfect square as that’ll only mean more cutting.

✓ Make the necessary plasterboard cuts. Cut the plasterboard sheet with a utility knife in accordance to ceiling space measured.

✓ Remove existing plaster. Once done, examine the trusses and beams to ensure they’re still in a great condition before you proceed. Also, make sure there’s no loose plaster that can compromise your new installation.

✓ Apply construction adhesive. For a better fit, you’d have to apply adhesive along the beams while also avoiding the edges as this could affect your screw placement.

✓ Start in a level corner. You have to start the installation from the most level corner.

✓ Work along the outside edges. Secure it using a screw along the outside edge. This will make your plasterboard held to your ceiling perfectly. It won’t bend or break as your proceed with the installation.

✓ Complete the installation. Install the plasterboard on your entire ceiling and complete the installation by taping the seams and plastering for a smooth surface.

can you plaster over tiles?

Can You Plaster Over Tiles?

Yes, it’s absolutely possible to plaster over tiles but just because is possible doesn’t mean you should. Plastering over tiles is an option but it’s not recommended by experts due to several reasons. A good example is the fact that a tiled environment is in no way a suitable environment that can serve as a good bonding surface for a plaster. For the success of a plastering project, there’s the need for the surface to be able to bond to the PVA base coat. Due to fact that most tiles are slippery in nature and also lack of the ability to be able to absorb moisture, the PVA base coat layer will not be able to bond to the tiled surface, which will ultimately make for a weak surface upon the application of the plaster. Consequently, the plaster will easily flake and fall from the wall.

The inability to drill into the tiled wall surface after plastering is one of the major disadvantages that also arises when you decide to plaster over tiled surfaces. Most tiled surfaces are found in kitchens and bathrooms which are going to need appliances such as sinks, lavatories, kitchen counters and lots more. These appliances are designed to be installed on solid surfaces which would not be an easy task to carry out on tiles knowing there would definitely be great cracks or damages.

The best tip you’ll get if you’re considering to plaster on a tiled surface, is that detaching tiles from a surface can easily be done with a hammer and chisel, and that would save you a host of problems later in the future. However, if you still wish to plaster on your tiled walls, then you best bet would be to get a Blue Grit bonding agent. It works better than PVA and only needs one coat.

what thickness plasterboard for ceiling?

Also referred to as drywall, plasterboard is a panel that features an inner layer of gypsum and spread between facer as well as backer paper. It is mostly incorporated in the construction of both interior walls and ceilings. Plasterboard can be made to be humidity resistant, fire resistant as well as noise resistant. Due to these reasons and also the fact that it’s very easy to install and very affordable, plasterboard is a very popular choice when it comes to interior walls and ceilings.

One of the major issues that most homeowners face when fitting plasterboard is the thickness required to make the project a long lasting one. But not to worry, we got you covered! If you’re about to install plasterboard for your ceiling and wondering the thickness that’ll be appropriate, then you’ve come to the right place. In general, the standard plasterboard sheet size is 120 cm in width and within the range of 180 cm to 360 cm in height. These sizes are designed to provide the much needed support to the standard stud spacing which is 160 cm. Depending on the manufacturer, plasterboard can be in four different widths.

Now talking about the thickness, there are two standard thicknesses of plasterboard - 9.5 mm and 12.5 mm. The sizes of plasterboard for ceilings are 9.5 mm or 10 mm. Most individuals tend to assume that the thicker the plasterboard the better, but this is absolutely false. A thicker plasterboard will only stick harder to the ceiling which will make it hard to seal joints if required.

Plasterboards are a great noise insulators which can also reduce disturbances from other activities. As a result, for walls, size of plasterboards that’s considered appropriate for walls is 12.5 mm or 13 mm.

can you plaster over wallpaper?

Can You Plaster Over WallPaper?

If you have wallpaper installed on your wall surface and you’re considering plastering the wall, when you put into consideration the stress involved in removing a wallpaper you may want to consider plastering directly over the wallpaper. This is quite understandable as removing a wallpaper can be quite time consuming and tedious, but plastering directly over wallpaper is a mistake that should never be made. Plastering over wallpaper is in no way a viable option due to the fact that it can only turn out disastrous after a couple of weeks or even days in some cases as the plaster will crack and crumble. As a result, you’ll have to firstly scrape off the wallpaper in order to assist the plaster get to be firmly secured to the wall behind.

When you plaster over a wallpaper, this will make the wallpaper wet and it’ll absorb the moisture. And once the plaster does not have moisture, the only result is for it to crack and start to crumble. Hence, plaster and wallpaper is never a good combination.

Asides from cracking and crumbling, anther issue is that the wallpaper will bubble. You can actually key the wallpaper with the help of a knife and it might look secured for some time, however it’ll eventually crumble and you’d have to scrape off the plaster complete to start all over again. The wallpaper will bubble as the plaster can’t be keyed into a wallpaper and the wallpaper will only work as a barrier between the plaster and the wall.

Overall, plaster always needs to slowly dry off as well as a good and proper surface to grip to. No matter the amount of PVA mix you spread on the wallpaper, it will always remain a barrier. So you’d have to remove the wallpaper completely to get a great result.

Can plaster cover Artex?

Plastering is suitable to cover most Artex. If it’s shallow Artex, it may be covered by skimming plaster on top. If the pattern of the Artex is too deep, you may need to use plasterboard to cover it or if you want to remove it entirely, you will need to use a wallpaper steamer.

does artex contain asbestos?

The fact is several buildings contain artex as well as other textured coating on walls and ceilings which are all likely to contain asbestos. However, artex itself is not the main threat here but the potentially deadly harmful fibres that’s contained in it. In this post, we’re going to look at whether or not artex truly contains the deadly abestos.

 

The short and simply answer to this question is yes, artex can definitely contain asbestos, however not all artex will contain asbestos. The main reason asbestos was a popular construction material is because it was not only cheap and strong but also because it was very durable and long lasting. It was used in numerous construction materials ( which includes artex ) before it was finally banned in the year 1999. unfortunately during the time when artex was very popular in the 60’s, 70’s as well as 80’s, asbestos was still very much in use during the period. And as a result, a lot of the artex incorporated during that period will contain the deadly asbestos fibres. However, this does not only apply to artex, but also other textured coatings containing asbestos were incorporated in construction until 1999 when asbestos was formerly banned in the UK. These asbestos containing materials are often used on walls as well as ceilings of residential properties.

 

Unfortunately, it’s not possible to know an asbestos containing artex just by looking at it. In order to determine whether or not an artex contains the deadly asbestos fibres, it’ll have to be sampled and tested in a laboratory. What’s more? While several artex contains asbestos, asbestos free artex was available from the 1970s. However, since it’s impossible to determine using the naked eye, all artex installed before the ban will be assumed to contain asbestos.

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