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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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City Group Managed Services

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City Group Managed Services, based in the North West of England, is a facilities management company that provides flexible...
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IBM decorating services

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Interior & exterior painting and decorating Commercial & domestic 2 man team Spraying Painting Decorating ...
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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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We are a small family run business over 15 years experience in Painting and Decorating. We thrive on happy customers we g...

Recent Plasterer Enquiries

03 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR9

Enquiry from: Fiona M

Start Date: Immediate

Interior bay window plastering needs doing - need someone who is experienced in older buildings circa 1900s

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05 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR9

Enquiry from: Raimondo F

Start Date: Immediate

I have 2 rooms in my house to be plasterer . They are pretty much ready to be plastered but it need a few touches before the plaster goes on the wall

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21 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: Andrew R

Start Date: Immediate

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19 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR9

Enquiry from: Jodie C

Start Date: Immediate

remove glass wall and plasterboard in its place with boxing in two radiator pipes on this same wall. skim artex ceilings, living and dining room are swirly. the rest is stipple. we haven't moved in...

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01 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: Linda P

Start Date: Immediate

Need a quote to skim over a chimney breast in a bedroom please.

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08 Dec

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR9

Enquiry from: Andrew O

Start Date: Immediate

we are looking for up 100 metres square of artex removing from 5 rooms in a house we are selling. the purchaser is testing the artex currently to see if it contains asbestos. i am looking for a quote ...

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08 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR9

Enquiry from: Callum C

Start Date: Immediate

repairs to 3 small areas of damaged coving in hallway 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 lo...

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04 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: Jo H

Start Date: Immediate

Removal of thick plaster from landing and staircase. Please contact via email.

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10 Mar

Ceiling | Artexing

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: Bakulesh S

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer made an online enquiry for Artexing via one of our websites. Confirmed via . Please call to arrange an appointment to quote.

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26 Jan

Ceiling | Artexing

Southport - PR9

Enquiry from: John N

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

Customer is looking for quotes for Artexing from pros around Southport. Please call to arrange appointment to discuss

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22 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: Alison S

Start Date: Immediate

Small bedroom walls and ceiling plastered.

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07 Jun

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: Alison S

Start Date: Less than one month

Smallish bedroom walls and ceiling plastered/skimmed. 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 lookin...

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29 Jan

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: Rob W

Start Date: Less than one month

Repair to cracked ceiling Are you the property owner: Owner of the property How many different rooms are you looking to have ceiling work on: 1-2 Ceilings What level of service do you require: Supply ...

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24 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: C

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

skim loft conversion, walls and ceiling. About 25sqm of sloped ceiling, and probably about the same of vertical walls. Some tricky roof corners Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Pro...

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06 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Southport - PR8

Enquiry from: Jacquie G

Start Date: Immediate

Under bay window plaster into plasterboard (frame plasterboard and cill already there) External render repair around exterior chimney breast - pebbledash. Are you the property owner: Owner of the pr...

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24 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Southport - PR9

Enquiry from: John M

Start Date: Immediate

Would like a suspended ceiling install quote for our utility room - approx 3m by 5m. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Time scale: Less than one month Please contact to appoint

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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 Southport is:

£430

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

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Plasterer FAQs

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.

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 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.

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.

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 do I fix cracks in my walls?

Plastering will fix small cracks in walls. Very small cracks may be fixed by simply reskimming plaster. More serious cracks will usually mean that you need to use new plasterboard or backing plaster. Larger jobs or deep cracks may need an experienced plasterer to come in.

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 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.

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