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We’re just a small building firm with just 10 men We cover all areas from Glasgow. Edinburgh. Perth. Dundee Fife. Stirl...
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Carson Painting and Decor

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At Carson P & D we aim to provide a high quality of work at an affordable price. We cover most aspects of painting & decor...
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Quality plastering

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Recent Plasterer Enquiries

29 Jul

Ceiling | Artexing

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Susan S

Start Date: Immediate

my home has polystyrene ceiling tiles attached to an artex ceiling which contains asbestos. i'm looking for the ceiling tiles & artex removed and replastering. it's a 3 bed semi around 80 sq m in tota...

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21 May

Interior work | Plastering

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Sam L

Start Date: Immediate

looking to get a bedroom coved we have the coving already total lengt 21 mtr are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have plastered:...

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05 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Mhari J

Start Date: Immediate

3 bedrooms ceiling to be coved are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 3 rooms are you looking for interior decora...

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05 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Charles I

Start Date: Less than one month

Replaster Livingroom/dining room roof Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Detached How many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 2 Are you looking for Interior Deco...

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30 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Alan B

Start Date: Immediate

WALLS AND CEILING SKIMMED IN A STAIRWAY. I HAVE REMOVED THE WALLPAPER AND SANDED THE PLATERBOARD. Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Terrace How many rooms are you lookin...

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09 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Mike S

Start Date: Immediate

Owner of the property Property Type: Detached work description - Kitchen ceiling remove Artex - plaster over due to small damaged area from previous water leak from room above Kitchen is approx 7m ...

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07 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Elspeth R

Start Date: Immediate

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 Decorating: No Time scale: Less than one m...

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01 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Sharon C

Start Date: Immediate

Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Work description: Medium sized kitchen needs re plastered How many bedrooms do you have: 1-2 Bedrooms Time scale: Immediate please contact to appo...

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29 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Andrew T

Start Date: Immediate

Home Owner 4 rooms , 1 hallway and 1 stairwell to be skim coated. Please Call to Appoint

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10 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Oakbank - EH53

Enquiry from: Mary C

Start Date: Immediate

fitting of coving and ceiling rose are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking for interior decor...

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26 Jun

Interior work | Plastering

Oakbank - EH53

Enquiry from: Mary C

Start Date: Immediate

plaster ceiling rose and cornice fitted are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking for interior ...

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13 May

Interior work | Plastering

Edinburgh - EH48

Enquiry from: Robert H

Start Date: Immediate

Skim area 550 x 1200 with 3 mm plaster, replace and fix 150mm coving 2.050 m in length

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17 Apr

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Edinburgh - EH12

Enquiry from: Graham R

Start Date: Immediate

2 ceilings reboarded and skimmed Total 19m2

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13 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Shotts - ML7

Enquiry from: Damian G

Start Date: Immediate

coving needing fitted on a 3m x 4m room. there's a step in on 1 of the walls. also need coving supplied as i can't be in for delivery as i have work are you the property owner: owner of the property p...

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15 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Edinburgh - EH48

Enquiry from: Robert H

Start Date: Immediate

skimming three areas with plaster. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking for interior deco...

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12 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

Enquiry from: Jeremy V

Start Date: Immediate

customer in the balerno, currie, edinburgh, juniper green area made an enquiry a couple of projects including plastering.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about...

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06 Sep

Ceiling | Artexing

Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

Enquiry from: Robbie B

Start Date: Immediate

artex survery of ceilings and potential removal are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceilings do you require ar...

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25 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

Enquiry from: Robbie B

Start Date: Immediate

Artex inspection or possible removal

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25 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

Enquiry from: Robbie B

Start Date: Immediate

artex insepction and possible removal. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 3 rooms are you looking for interior de...

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01 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Glasgow - G67

Enquiry from: Sharon N

Start Date: Immediate

north carbrain cumbernauld are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) are you looking for interior decorating: no property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 ro...

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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 Linlithgow is:

£430

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

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 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.

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 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.

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.

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.

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