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Can you plaster over tiles? Sometimes, provided the tiles are firmly bonded, dry, stable and suitable for the plaster system

Can you render over existing render? Sometimes, but only when the existing surface is sufficiently sound, well bonded and compatible

For full-wall skimming or replastering, it is normally better to remove radiators before plastering. This gives the plasterer access to

In most substantial kitchen renovations, you should plaster before fitting a kitchen, but only after strip-out, structural alterations and first-fix

The right choice between dry lining vs wet plastering depends on the wall, the age of the property and what

Skimming vs replastering is decided by the condition of the plaster already on the wall. A skim coat can smooth

Wait a minimum of four to seven days after a skim coat before painting, and up to six weeks for

Learning how to plasterboard a ceiling is one of the more physically demanding DIY jobs a homeowner can take on.

Remove old plaster without damaging the brickwork underneath comes down to three things: the right tools, the correct angle, and

A customer in Durham City asked us last spring why her three-year-old render was already streaked green and cracking at