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Attention2detail

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EXPERIENCED AND CREATIVE PAINTERS As a premier painting contractor, we are committed to delivering customer service that ...
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Sonsonia

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Sonsonia Ltd is a reliable construction company that serves Leeds and the surrounding areas. Our team of skilled professio...
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MAHL Interiors

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MAHL Interiors is a professional decorating and renovations company covering Cheshire and Lancashire. Offering our profess...
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Welcome to Farringford Decoratng Services. We cover the Derbyshire, Cheshire and Greater Manchester areas. Providing a fri...
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We are a painting and decorating company who specialise in residential and commercial, interior and exterior painting and ...
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Streets Decorators

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Welcome to Streets Decorators A Painting and Decorating company in the Stockport area, No job to big or small and done ...

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28 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M27

Enquiry from: Harry B

Start Date: Less than one month

customer in manchester areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for plastering.confirmed interest via sms and email at 28/10/2024 18:28.please call to arrange a...

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13 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Manchester - M41

Enquiry from: Claude K

Start Date: Immediate

Ceiling in old house needs replacing due to polystyrene. Living room (3.79m x 3.6m), dining room (4.1m x 3.65m), kitchen (3.1m x2.17m). Quote for 1 room would be great to understand

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07 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M26

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22 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M19

Enquiry from: Helen K

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Back bedroom plaster and ceiling.

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11 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M45

Enquiry from: Darren M

Start Date: Immediate

outside wall rendering that has just been built are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: commercial how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking ...

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07 Jun

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M45

Enquiry from: Sarah R

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Plaster board and plaster living room. Potentially with cornice

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26 May

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Manchester - M34

Enquiry from: Mercy M

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Artex Removal Lead

i need a new plaster board attaching to a section of my living room ceiling are you the property owner: owner of the property how many different rooms are you looking to have ceiling work on: 1-2 c...

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10 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M20

Enquiry from: Phyl S

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3 bedroom mid terraced house rendered.

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23 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M20

Enquiry from: Katie O

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I would like a quote for bedroom +/- living room to be plastered/skimmed, thank you

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22 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M26

Enquiry from: Chris G

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plaster coving fitting living room and dining room are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 2 rooms are you looking f...

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08 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M21

Enquiry from: Liam R

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need new single storey extension k rendering are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached are you looking for interior decorating: no how many rooms are you looking ...

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26 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M22

Enquiry from: Simon J

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i'm having my house electrics done in march and have been advised by the electrician to have a plasterer come over from tuesday 21 march to help plaster walls, skim etc when they've completed the job....

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08 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M43

Enquiry from: Caitlin L

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fitting ornamental plaster coving + wooden picture rail to living room & dining room are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have pla...

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05 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M34

Enquiry from: Lewis H

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i have a first room and a living room which both need coving installing . i have the coving and glue i just need to putting up are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace ...

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10 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M16

Enquiry from: Kieren F

Start Date: Less than one month

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

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06 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M21

Enquiry from: Dominic B

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Hi - I need the walls of a garden annex covering in lime plaster

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03 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M20

Enquiry from: Marie H

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we have removed a fitted cupboard in an alcove next to a chimney. the alcove needs replastering as it’s quite damaged behind it. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi...

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30 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M45

Enquiry from: Martin N

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repalstering of a box room 2.5x2.5 meters are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking for in...

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10 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M21

Enquiry from: David O

Start Date: Immediate

good afternoon, we are looking for some plaster work to be done- i know a long ask- but before the end of the month. unfortunately we were let down by a plasterer today to do the work and we have tili...

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10 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

Manchester - M24

Enquiry from: Jackie H

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Kitchen walls and ceiling plastered

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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 Manchester is:

£430

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

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Plasterer FAQs

can you wallpaper over artex?

Although they’re pretty much outdated now, artex happens to be a very popular surface coating option just a few decades ago. Several homeowners with artex in recent times would either want to have them removed or cover them up with stuffs such as a wallpaper. So if you’re wondering whether or not it’s possible to wallpaper over artex, then there you have it. It’s possible to wallpaper over artex, however it’s not advisable as wallpaper may eventually crack over time. On the other hand, the artex can also create ridges beneath the wallpaper which allows unpleasant protrusions in the wallpaper. Instead of applying wallpaper over artex, a more permanent solution would be to cover it with drywall or wet plaster or perhaps just have it removed completely.

 

There are two types of wallpaper, there’s the thin wallpaper application which comes with adhesive on one side as well as a pattern or colour on the other side. With this, all you need do is simply to peel and stick. Then the other type is the sturdier wallpaper that’s more thick and requires a special wallpaper paste. However, it’s important to note that if you choose to wallpaper over your artex, you won’t be able to make use of the thin type of wallpaper, rather you’ll have to incorporate the sturdier  option which makes use of wallpaper paste.

 

The wallpaper paste is the product you mix with water to produce a paste which you’ll have to apply to your walls before applying the applying the regular wallpaper - one without adhesive on one side. Appling wallpaper to an artex decoration may just give you the updated appearance you so much desire.

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.

What is artex?

Artex is a type of interior surface coating, similar to plaster. It’s used to create decorative textured finishes on ceilings and walls, so it takes longer to dry than plaster.

Artex is actually a brand name, but it’s used to refer to similar products made by other manufacturers too. It was particularly popular in the 1970s, but is still used to create attractive wall and ceiling finishes today.

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.

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.

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.

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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