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Eliot Welsh Building Services

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I have over 24 years of experience in the trade . I am fully insured and although I have never had to use it , it is there...
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County Construction

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Country Construction are local builders serving the Ross-on-Wye region, backed by a skilled team, and we provide a wide sp...
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Swansea Damp Proofing

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We offer free of charge, no obligation damp surveys and quotations to homeowners, tenants and landlords in Swansea and thr...
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Jpbuilding

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At JP building, we aim to provide 100% customer satisfaction in all work we do let alone customer satisfaction. We take pr...
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Toolbox

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HOME RENOVATIONS, MADE SIMPLE. Making improvements to your home? Book through Toolbox today and we’ll deliver your job end...
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Hawk Plastering Contractors

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Plastering internal ceiling & walls Artex removal & re-skim Dot & dab plaster-boarding External rendering K-Re...

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26 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Abertillery - NP13

Enquiry from: Bryn J

Start Date: Immediate

we have a large cupboard space that has blue grit that needs plastering. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered...

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03 May

Interior work | Plastering

Abertillery - NP13

Enquiry from: Roger J

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bathroom ceiling and 3 small walls all boarded ready to go. plaster and beads already there. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to ...

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23 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Abertillery - NP13

Enquiry from: Alan G

Start Date: Immediate

small bulge in ceiling from water need to repair and match existing pattern are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how man...

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18 Sep

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Abertillery - NP13

Enquiry from: Melvin G

Start Date: Immediate

Leak from toilet through ceiling and wall damage Time scale: Immediate

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20 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Abertillery - NP13

Enquiry from: D

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Customer's own description of work to be done: Skimming the ceiling x2: L x W. 11 1/2 x 12 ft L x W. 12 1/2 x 12 ft Please contact to appoint

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14 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Caerphilly - CF83

Enquiry from: Tamir S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

mr requested quotes for plastering from a plasterer around caerphilly. they are considering a couple of projects at the moment.call anytime to arrange appointment to discuss. the information below is ...

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13 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF15

Enquiry from: Derek B

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customer in cardiff areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for plastering.confirmed interest via telephone and email at 13/02/2024 15:15.please call to arrang...

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14 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

Pontypridd - CF38

Enquiry from: Kim O

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Kitchen ceiling replaster - currently artex style. It has been tested for asbestos and is safe. Also touch up in the walls

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17 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Hengoed - CF82

Enquiry from: Nathan C

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Hi mate, i’m looking to have venetian plastering done on a media wall. Its 5565mm in length by 2384mm. Was wondering of a rough estimate or would you need to take a look? Cheers mate

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16 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Ebbw Vale - NP23

Enquiry from: Adele W

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Need my 83 year old nans small room plastered on 4 walls this week

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16 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Tredegar - NP22

Enquiry from: Laura M

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Small kitchen walls and ceiling to be plastered. Looking for a quote and availability

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12 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Tredegar - NP22

Enquiry from: Gareth L

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Hi there. I need to get in touch about a rising damp issue I have in my property. If someone can get in touch with me, that would be great. Thank you.

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18 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Ebbw Vale - NP23

Enquiry from: Dan P

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3 separate small plastering jobs

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09 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Caerphilly - CF83

Enquiry from: Christopher S

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Artery ceiling plastered

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09 Aug

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Merthyr Tydfil - CF48

Enquiry from: Richard J

Start Date: Immediate

A leak in an upstairs bathroom has led to the ceiling below collapsing. We need a quote for repairs and re plastering to 2 rooms.

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04 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Mountain Ash - CF45

Enquiry from: Alun O

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Quote for K rend repair to front of property following delivery driver damage.

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02 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Aberdare - CF44

Enquiry from: Jessica A

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Exterior rendering quote for damage done by a car reversing into the house.

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26 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Aberdare - CF44

Enquiry from: Dale J

Start Date: Immediate

The render to the exterior of the property, mostly the extension has blown causing damp / water damage to the interior. Flat roof potentially needs replacing as potential cause

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17 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Ebbw Vale - NP23

Enquiry from: Mike K

Start Date: Immediate

Artex Removal Lead Artex Removal Lead

external shed/yard/boundary wall needs tidying-up/re-rendering. small job, it’s my neighbour’s side but my responsibility so i’m paying. are you the property owner: owner of the property proper...

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25 Jun

Interior work | Plastering

Ebbw Vale - NP23

Enquiry from: Luke Z

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Can I book a video call with you for a quote please, I'm currently on holiday but I'd be available f*** of July onwards. Alternatively, am I able to send you a video of the walls that need plastering?...

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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 Abertillery is:

£430

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

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Plasterer FAQs

how much does it cost to remove asbestos artex ceiling?

Prior to removing artex on your ceiling, it’s always crucial to determine whether or not the surface coating material contains asbestos. Asides from this, you may also wish to know how much you’re going to have the asbestos artex ceiling removed. If yes, then you’ve come to the right place! In order to help you make the best informed decision possible, this post was written to help give you an idea of the price it’s going to cost to remove asbestos artex ceiling in the UK.

 

Unfortunately, as simple as it seems, there’s no single straightforward answer to this question as there are many factors that can affect the cost of hiring an asbestos artex removal professional. These factors include the project’s scale, the complexity of the area which needs to be removed as well as the need for extra materials. Generally, professional artex removal companies charge a standard rate for their labour. As a result, you can always predict that the tradesperson’s labour will be more costly based on the extent of the job. Therefore, the more costly the labour fees will be if the job takes longer time to complete.

 

On the average, a tradesperson will charge within the range of £250 to £400 on a daily basis to undertake the project for you. And of course, you can expect these rates to vary based on the company hired as well as the area you live in. For rxample, you can expect that a tradesperson’s charges would be higher in an area such as Central London, as opposed to other areas which are more rural.

what size battens for plasterboard ceiling?

If you’re looking to plaster your ceiling, one of the most essential parts of the process is cutting the plasterboard. Once you’re able to master this skill, the rest of the plastering is quite easy. This is a task that can be done by any competent DIYer but with a little bit of patience and confidence. If you lack any of these 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 plasterboard ceiling cutting process. Let’s take a look!

To cut plasterboard ceiling, you don’t need any expensive tool which is usually not the case when it comes to carpentry. If you won’t be cutting a lot of plasterboard, all you really need would be just an old handsaw or plasterboard one, a Stanley knife as well as a straight edge. However, if you’ll be cutting lots of plasterboards, you’ll require the following to make your task a lot easier:

✓ An old handsaw

✓ A Stanley knife and many spare blades

✓ A straight edge like a long spirit level

✓ A surform

✓ A battery drill and oh2 screwdriver bits, with specific plasterboard screws.

To cut plasterboard to length, you’ll have to first score a line on the face side of the board with a straight edge and Stanley knife. Once done, simply lift the sheet off the ground and snap it along the score line. Then, you can run your knife down the other side of the board , cutting the back of the plasterboard backing sheet. Upon completion, your plasterboard is now ready to be fitted on your ceiling.

what is artex?

Artex simply refers to a surface coating that’s commonly incorporated for interior decorating. Although it’s usually found on ceilings but it can also be used on the walls as well. The surface coating enables the professional plasterer or decorator add both texture as well as patterns to it. Originally, the name “Artex is the trademark of a UK based company known as Artex Ltd. Over time, the Artex name has been used to refer to all textured coatings, although there are other businesses that manufacture and sell identical products.

 

You can find Artex on ceilings as well as walls of mainly residential properties. In the 70’s and 80’s, it was pretty much a trend to have either your wall or ceiling ( can be both ) covered with Artex. The surface coating can be incorporated to create raised, textured swirls as well as patterns on ceiling and walls. There are a number of different patterns that can be made using Artex and some of these includes the following: Broken leather, swirl, stipple, fan or shell as well as knifed plaster. It can also provide just a bobbly raised uneven patter appearance from top to bottom.

 

Artex is main put to use by mainly decorators ( mostly plasterers). This is a skilled job as it’s tedious to create uninformed patterns especially if you don’t know how or where to start. Although the skill of Artex is very much a trade that’s dying rapidly now, but it was pretty much in high demand especially in the 70’s and 80’s. Nowadays, homeowners now prefer smooth plastered finishes over Artex, as they can be easily painted or wallpapered.

what is plaster made of?

What Is Plaster Made Of?

Plaster is one of the most commonly used materials when it comes to building construction. It’s a crucial component that’s incorporated in coating walls, ceilings as well as partitions and it hardens on drying. Plastering is one of the most ancient building materials which has taken over mud to plaster reed or sapling huts so as to serve as a protection against the elements. Here, we’re going to take a look at the multiple compositions of plaster. These components are very important due to the fact that they form a protective coating on whatever they are used on. They work to protect surfaces such as ceiling and underlying walls from scratches or any form of damage.

Plaster comprises a few materials which includes gypsum, lime or cement and all operates in a similar way. Gypsum is made of calcium sulfate dihydrate and it’s the main component of main forms of plaster, sidewalk chalk, blackboard, drywall and more. Meanwhile, lime plaster is made up of sand, water and lime ( mostly non hydraulic hydrated lime). And lastly, cement which is a mix of suitable plaster, portland cement, sand as well as water.

The plaster is usually produced as a dry powder which is mixed thoroughly with water to create a stiff but also a paste that’s workable immediately before it’s applied to the wall or ceiling.

It’s quite easy to confuse a drywall with a plaster but there are some differences. Not only is plaster a much older style of wall construction than dry wall, but it’s also a lot more expensive than installing a drywall. Plaster walls are also able to provide you with a more durable finish when compared to a drywall and it makes for a better quality finish.

What plasterboard to use for ceilings

Also commonly referred to as drywall, plasterboard is an incredibly versatile product which features a sandwich of gypsum plaster between thick paper layers. It’s mainly used on both walls and ceilings due to the wide range of benefits it provides. Not only can plasterboard be made to be humidity resistant, fire resistant as well as noise resistant, but they’re also known to have a low environment impact, easy to repair and can be used to conceal stuff from plain sight. As a result of these benefits couple with the fact that they also happen to be quite affordable, plasterboard has grown to become a ubiquitous phenomenon in modern residential buildings.

 

When it comes to the installation of plasterboard on ceilings, one of the major sources of concern for several homeowners is the determination of the thickness required to ensure a durable and long-lasting project. If you’re planning to fit plasterboard on your ceiling and wondering the thickness that’ll be appropriate, then you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight on what plasterboard to use for ceilings. Let’s take a look!

 

First and foremost, 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.

Does artex contain asbestos?

Artex was originally made using white asbestos to make it stronger. However, this stopped in the mid-1980s, and the use of asbestos was banned in the UK in 1999, due to its extreme health risks. So, any artex you buy today won’t contain asbestos.

If you have an artex ceiling or wall that was created before 1999, it may have asbestos in it. This won’t be a health hazard if you leave it undisturbed, so it’s not necessary to remove it. However, if you want to get rid of or alter your artex ceiling or wall, you must get it tested to check if it has asbestos in or not first. If it does, you’ll need to hire a qualified professional to work on it.

how to plaster a wall?

How To Plaster A Wall

In order to plaster your wall successfully, you’ll firstly need to get the appropriate tools and materials for the job in place. The tools you’ll need to have includes a trowel and bucket trowel, plasterer’s float, corner trowel, hawk board, two buckets, mixing stick or a paddle, adequate plaster, PVA , dust sheets, clean water, sandpaper, stilts or step ladder as well as a dust mask.

✓ Prepare the wall. You’d have to make sure that you lay down a dust sheet so as to protect your floor and also gather any possible spillage or debris of plaster, before you start working on the walls. Get rid of all the dirt, dust and debris as this is very important for the success of your project if you’re going to be plastering on a worn out and old wall. Also, cover the holes and cracks in the walls with a screen tape

✓ Apply PVA to the wall. This will help ensure the layer you’re using will not dry out at the same time.

✓ Mix the paster. Mix the plaster according to the instructions given in the manufacturer’s manual.

✓ Apply the plaster onto the wall. Upon cleaning of the walls and successful mixture of the plaster, the next step is to apply the mixture to the wall using the hawk board, trowels and a floating tool.

✓ Skim and smooth. After the the first coat has dried after waiting for about 30 minutes, the next step will be to wipe out the bumps and lumps using a trowel to smooth over the surface. Once this is done you can then scrape the wall with a devilling float.

✓ Apply the second coat of plaster

✓ Apply the finishing touches. This includes polishing your work by adding some water to the surface with a spray gun and using the trowel to further smoothen out the surface.

✓ Painting and wallpapering.

How to artex a ceiling?

Artexing a ceiling can be a tricky job, but whether you’re considering hiring a professional or DIY, it’s helpful to know how it’s done.

Artex is available either in a paste or powder form. The paste is ideal if you’re making small repairs or additions to an existing ceiling. But, if you have a whole ceiling to cover, the powder is more cost effective. When you’re ready to get started, you’ll need to mix the powder up with cold water according to the instructions.

It’s possible to artex over plaster, plasterboard or paint. If you have a plasterboard surface, you should tape and fill any joints or cracks before you begin. Plaster and plasterboard both require a coat of sealant or primer first. You can usually artex straight over paint, but any gloss paint should be sanded down, and any dark paints covered with a layer of white.

Artexing can get quite messy, so make sure you empty the room you’re working in as much as possible, lay down sheets and wear protective clothing and glasses. You might want to practice on a piece of board before you start on the ceiling.

Start by using a brush or roller to cover a 500 square cm area with a generous layer of artex. Then use a brush, comb or roller to create your chosen texture. Every time you do a new section of ceiling, try to blend it with the other sections you’ve done. Don’t be tempted to cover the whole ceiling before you start adding texture – the artex will dry too quickly for you to do it all in time.

Artex usually needs 12-24 hours in a well-ventilated space to dry completely.

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