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Town & Country Decorators

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Town and Country Decorators are based in Newcastle upon Tyne and cover the Northeast carrying out residential projects as ...
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Decor8 NE

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With over 30 years of experience, Decor8 ne Ltd has provided a professional residential year-round interior and exterior p...
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GPS Decorators

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Based in Stockton-on-Tees, GPS Decorators Limited are professional painters and decorators covering the North-East. Visit ...
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Hi im time served plasterer my company has been running since 2000 . We have worked on grade 2 buildings .so from that pla...

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10 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Ashington - NE63

Enquiry from: Lyndsey T

Start Date: Immediate

Hi I have recently bought a house and after stripping off decades worth of painted wallpaper I think the walls in the second bedroom and living room need plastering. I'd also like the ceiling in the ...

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30 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Ashington - NE63

Enquiry from: Lindsay T

Start Date: Immediate

had rewire done and need 6 chase channels plastered and light/sockets 3. plastered. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have plas...

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24 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Ashington - NE63

Enquiry from: David S

Start Date: Immediate

Property type: Terrace Work description: Artex ceiling needs artex removed and re-plastered. 2 alcoves are artexed and needs removing and plastered with all the walls. Please call to appoint

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20 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

North Shields - NE29

Enquiry from: Lee-ann T

Start Date: Immediate

Small kitchen ceiling and walls plastered only wanting quotes at the moment I will provide materials

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08 May

Interior work | Plastering

Newcastle upon Tyne - NE6

Enquiry from: Paul T

Start Date: Immediate

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I need to fix damp damage around my ceiling

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25 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

North Shields - NE30

Enquiry from: Lyndsey L

Start Date: Immediate

Upstairs hallway ceiling Plastering over boards of new staircase which has been fitted & up the wall in the attic room.

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18 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

North Shields - NE29

Enquiry from: Dave W

Start Date: Immediate

Hi. Just wanted to check you're availability regarding plastering/skimming several ceilings? Many thanks Dave

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06 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Newcastle upon Tyne - NE2

Enquiry from: Thomas M

Start Date: Immediate

Artex Removal Lead Artex Removal Lead

Hi, I’m looking to get a quote for art removal from 5 small/medium sized rooms. It’s just on the ceilings and down to the dado rails. I can provide pictures/test results. Thanks

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05 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

North Shields - NE29

Enquiry from: Sarah K

Start Date: Immediate

Living room walls replastered including areas with damp which needs treatment , either membrane fitted or lime plaster I am considering. Ceiling in the same room needs restoration work , cracks in cei...

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20 Aug

Ceiling | Plasterboard

North Shields - NE30

Enquiry from: Caroline B

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Artex Removal Lead

i had a leak and about 1 square meter of plasterboard needs replacing as it has not dried out as expected and is now showing signs of mould growing so this would need doing relatively urgently. thank ...

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17 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

North Shields - NE30

Enquiry from: Graeme A

Start Date: Immediate

hello, please can you price to repair and paint damaged render to our flat? thanks graeme if you can send me an email address i can send a photo of an example. thanks

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28 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Newcastle upon Tyne - NE15

Enquiry from: Shebul M

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

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customer made an enquiry for plastering and confirmed on the quotatis site they would like quotes from a plasterer.mr lives in the newcastle upon tyne area and would like a call to discuss options.see...

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14 Jun

Interior work | Plastering

Newcastle upon Tyne - NE15

Enquiry from: Carla T

Start Date: Immediate

Looking for someone to remove artex from walls

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17 May

Interior work | Plastering

Hebburn - NE31

Enquiry from: Tina B

Start Date: Immediate

small plaster repair then a caverty done for tv cable and plastered over 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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14 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Newcastle upon Tyne - NE3

Enquiry from: Fiona M

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, we’re looking at getting coving and ceiling roses put in in our dining and living room and we were wondering if you could come out to discuss our options and provide a quote?

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06 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Newcastle upon Tyne - NE3

Enquiry from: Sarah A

Start Date: Immediate

plastering/skimming of bedroom walls and ceiling (artex ceiling) are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room...

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08 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Newcastle upon Tyne - NE4

Enquiry from: Celia G

Start Date: Immediate

Hi, we have a room that need plastering walls only approx 4mx5m how much would it cost

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02 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Newcastle upon Tyne - NE1

Enquiry from: Philip H

Start Date: Immediate

Good Afternoon, We will shortly be fitting out a Greggs in the Primark shop, Northumberland Street, *** We would be pleased to receive your best price to complete the tape and jointing works on ...

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01 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Jarrow - NE32

Enquiry from: Charlotte K

Start Date: Immediate

hello, i'm wanting polystyrene coving putting up in my son's room. it's about 12m squared with all internet corners i believe. all materials provided. could i have a quote please? are you the property...

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06 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

North Shields - NE29

Enquiry from: Michael W

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External concrete render repair to curved facade under the gutter of tyneside upstairs flat

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How much do Plasterer services cost?

How much do Plasterers cost? Costs for Plasterers in 2025 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 Ashington is:

£430

Plasterer job Plasterer cost in 2025
Plastering in Ashington £563-£863
Artexing in Ashington £150-£230
Plasterboard ceilings in Ashington £225-£600
Suspended ceilings in Ashington £525-£805
Artex Removal in Ashington £190-£400

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Plasterer FAQs

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.

how much does plastering cost?

How Much Does Plastering Cost?

If your existing interior or exterior plaster is starting to show signs of needing to be refreshed or the painting never seems to last, then it’s probably time to have your plaster renewed to breathe in a new lease of life to your decorating efforts.

So if you’re giving wall plastering a thought, there’s a need to have a rough estimate of the cost a professional is likely to charge so you can set a budget and start planning. However a direct answer can not be provided for this question as there are so many factors that a professional will put into considering before coming up with a quote that’s unique to your specific requirements.

A lot of plasterers will come up with a quote for the job using the number of square metres of wall space that’s going to be covered. This is due to the number of plasterboards as well as the other materials that the plasterer will need to purchase, how long the work will take and also the labour that’ll be involved in completing the project.

Another popular influencing factor that several plasterers use is the size of the room to be plastered. This is the main reason why you’re more likely to find the prices in small, medium as well as large rooms. Therefore, in order to have a more accurate estimate of the cost of your plastering project, you’d have to call in a qualified professional to have a look at the job at hand. Generally, to re-plaster a small room will cost within the range of £350 to £550, a medium room will cost within the range of £400 to £600 and a large room, between £550 to £700.

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 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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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