Q Am I right that when sections of plaster break away from the lath, an accepted repair technique is to roughly fill in those gaps with drywall and then drywall over the whole wall or ceiling? — M.H., ...

Drawing on nearly half a decade at Which?, Natalie helps readers cut through the noise with practical guidance on trending products, pest control, cleaning advice and money-saving tips during the ...

In this video, I take you through the first stage of plastering a conservatory ceiling. From preparation to application, you’ll see the tools, techniques, and tips needed to get a smooth and ...

Q. How important is it to repair plaster before repainting? Our ceilings have peeling paint that we’re pretty sure was caused by past water damage. Since the water problem is no longer an issue, can ...

I am skim coating (lightweight joint compound over plaster) for the first time. I’m using a 6†taping knife and things are working out OK. However, this is a pre-war building and there is a curved ...

The Property Brothers know a thing or two about updating homes on a budget. Check out their suggestion for covering a popcorn ...