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Leeze construction

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26 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Sarah R

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in the orpington area made an enquiry a couple of projects including plastering.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the prope...

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24 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Sarunas M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in orpington area has requested that we arrange quotes for their plastering project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a plasterer directly.please call to discu...

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16 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Kajal S

Start Date: Immediate

Plaster 9 by 5 meter room which includes living room, kitchen, dining and utikity. ; Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many rooms are you looking to have...

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22 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Keith E

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I have just re boarded dining room ceiling aprox 8' x 11' Would like a tape and plastering to a good finish quote. Many thanks in advance. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property ...

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15 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: John O

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Skim/plaster kitchen ceiling approx 25sq.metres. There is Artex on it. John Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace Are you looking for Interior Decorating: No Time s...

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03 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: Mrs K

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Water damage to ceiling in bedroom Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 Are you looking for Interior Decoratin...

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14 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: J

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Customers description : 1000 m2 of plastering Please contact to appoint

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01 Jul

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Orpington - BR6

Enquiry from: A B

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quote for plastering ceilings Please contact to appoint

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14 Apr

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Orpington - BR5

Enquiry from: Terry K

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Work description: Plaster over existing artex in four rooms and a stair well Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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29 Oct

Ceiling | Artexing

London - SW15

Enquiry from: Emmanuel B

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hi, i am moving into a new shop and i need some one to fix the ceiling and part of the wall with plasterboard. thanks. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) how many different rooms are...

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17 Jun

Ceiling | Plasterboard

London - SW6

Enquiry from: Sean O

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Repair 9 holes in one ceiling where speakers were recently removed

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01 May

Interior work | Plastering

Morden - SM4

Enquiry from: Jennifer B

Start Date: Less than one month

customer has a plastering & ceilings project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for plastering. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a plasterer.confirmed in...

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28 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

London - SW19

Enquiry from: Robert E

Start Date: Immediate

replace sections of coving that were removed during a kitchen remodel project to match existing coving design. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms ...

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03 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

London - SW15

Enquiry from: Andriy P

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plaster cornice to be installed in the living room 5 x 7 m with bay window and chimney breast.cornice is on site 175 x 175mm ceiling height 2.9m property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking ...

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28 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

London - SW15

Enquiry from: Andriy P

Start Date: Immediate

plaster cornice to be installed in the living room 5 x 7 m with bay window and chimney breast.cornice is on site 175 x 175mm ceiling height 2.9m property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking ...

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21 Dec

Interior work | Plastering

London - SW15

Enquiry from: Jack T

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installation of victorian cornice to 2 x receptions, hallway, master bed room and the entrance of the master are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are...

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05 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

London - SW15

Enquiry from: Ursa P

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in the london area made an enquiry a couple of projects including plastering.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the property...

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02 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

London - SW15

Enquiry from: Lee A

Start Date: Immediate

circa 120m of coving to ground a*** floor of house being renovated. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached are you looking for interior decorating: no how many room...

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17 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Worcester Park - KT4

Enquiry from: Richard S

Start Date: Immediate

supply and fit gyproc standard coving to a room of approx 3 metres x 5 metres are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have pla...

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29 Jun

Ceiling | Artexing

London - SW18

Enquiry from: Alyona S

Start Date: Immediate

Suspended ceiling in 58 square meters

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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 Orpington is:

£430

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

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Plasterer FAQs

can you plaster over artex?

Can You Plaster Over Artex?

The short and simple answer to this question is yes, you can plaster over Artex. However, you must also note that plastering over Artex may not be the best choice as Artex is porous and as such, you’d have to detach the stripping so as to get a smooth and even coating. In the event whereby your ceilings or walls have Artex on them, you’ll have to smooth the Artex in order to obtain a plaster of solid coat.

✓ Preparing Artex for plastering. First and foremost, you’ll have to detach any bumps before you can plaster over the Artex. Do note that you don’t have to completely remove the Artex, all that’s needed is just enough to get a coat of plaster. Make use of a scraper to get rid of the bumps on various Artex designs like swirl and bark. Once you’re through getting rid of as much bumps as possible, there’s the need to seal the Artex due to the fact that it can absorb the moisture out of the plaster which will cut the time to get a good finish to little or nothing. You can use a PVA and water mix to do the job!

✓ The PVA mix. This is done to seal off the porous Artex in order to stop it from absorbing moisture from your plaster which can make it start to crack and crumble. To do this, simply mix half PVA and half water, then use a brush to paint the mixture over the plastering area. Once done, you can give the plastering surface about two to three coats and wait for the solution to dry off within a hour or two.

Plastering over Artex is not as hard as it seems, but if you lack the confidence to complete the task, simply contact a professional for help.

how much to plaster a room?

How Much To Plaster A Room?

Generally, the standard of plastering in older houses leaves a lot to be desired. Having settled for so many years, there is a lot of tendency that anything brittle will break or crumble with the movement. And this is exactly where plasters fall.

Plaster provides a wide range of functions in your home and as a result, has grown to become very popular amongst several homeowners. So if you want to plaster a room, you might just wish to estimate the cost so you can set a budget and start to plan. However, there’s no short and simple answer to this as the cost of plastering is based on a number of factors. These factors include the dimensions of the room, the accessibility of the surface, the condition of the existing plaster as well as the size of the company.

So if you want to paster your room, you can either remove the old plaster or skim a 3mm plaster coat over the existing one. In respect to the two options, the prices will also vary. However, several plastering experts will charge either on the average room size or a daily rate. This is due to the fact that they know approximately the number of area they can cover in a day’s work. You can, however, request a quotation which specifies the costs per square metre in order to allow you compare with other contractors. In reality, several plastering professionals use either small, medium or large sized room as the yard stick for providing a quote.

Generally, for a small sized room, you’ll have to pay about £600 to £700, a medium sized will cost within the range of £650 to £1000, while a large sized room will cost between the range of £1000 to £1500.

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 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.

Can you plaster over artex?

If your artex ceiling is looking tired or you just fancy a change, you can try plastering over your artex. You have two options when it comes to plastering over your artex: plasterboard or skimming.

Covering your ceiling with plasterboard is a good option if you suspect the artex may contain asbestos. If done carefully, it doesn’t involve disturbing the artex, reducing the risk of asbestos exposure.

You also have the option to skim over your ceiling. The first steps to this involve removing loose and flaking parts, cutting off stipples and sanding your ceiling down. So, if there’s a chance your artex ceiling may contain asbestos, this isn’t the right solution for you. However, if you’re sure there’s no asbestos in your ceiling, then sanding down and skimming over your ceiling can be a great way to create an attractive result.

It’s worth noting that both putting up plasterboard and skimming plaster can be difficult jobs. Although possible to DIY, you’re likely to get much better results if you hire a professional.

what thickness plasterboard for ceiling?

Plasterboard or drywall is simply gypsum plaster covered from both sides by thick paper layers. It’s known to be a highly versatile product used on both interior walls and ceiling as a result of its numerous advantages. This popular material in residential buildings can be designed to be fire resistant, humidity resistant and noise resistant. They have a low impact on the environment, while also being quite easy to repair and perfect to hide stuffs from plain sight. Most home and property owners in the UK have this material installed in their space as despite the multiple benefits, they’re also quite affordable. However, if you’re thinking about installing a plasterboard on your ceiling, one challenge you’re likely to face is determining the appropriate plasterboard thickness to incorporate as this make or mar your entire project. In this post, we’re going to take a look at the right plasterboard thickness for ceiling so as to help you make an informed decision moving forward. Let’s take a look!

 

Firstly, let’s consider the size of the plasterboard sheet. 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.

how much do plasterers charge?

How Much Do Plasterer’s Charge?

If you’re look to plaster your walls, one of the first things that’ll come to mind is the cost to complete the project so you can set a budget and start planning as soon as possible. However, the amount charged by plasterer, just like other tradesmen, is based on a number of factors. These factors include how urgent the project is, how long it’ll take as well as what materials are needed. Some of the other influencing factors of plastering jobs include the accessibility of the location, the size of the wall to be plastered and also the current condition of the old plaster. Therefore, you can expect a plaster work of multiple rooms with deteriorating old plaster to be more expensive than a simple refresh of a single wall in a relatively good condition.

It’s likely you’d also get the average cost per room reduce when you require the plastering of several rooms. As a result, to get a final price for your plastering work, you’ll have to call in a qualified and experienced tradesman who’ll consider all the unique requirements of your project and provide a suitable quote.

✓ Medium sized room plastering. A medium sized room would be a room that’s roughly between 3.5m by 5m or one that can comfortable accommodate up to 8 individuals. This will cost within the range of £520 to £870.

✓ Small sized room plastering. Small room such as small kitchens, box bedrooms, utility rooms and the likes will require less plaster but more intricacy with the plasterer having to work in tight spaces. This will cost within the range of £215 to £370.

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.

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