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If, you want to apply finishing plaster yourself, there are several basic rules you can follow to help ensure the result is as good as possible.

Plastering Stud Wall

Repairing Plastered Corners

April 9, 2015 DIY Guides corner, plaster, plastering

Where plaster has broken off of an external corner (such as the corner of a chimney breast) it can be difficult to make a good repair. Making a sharp corner and achieving a level finish is harder because you often have no solid surface to press the wet plaster against.

Plastering Stud Wall

Complete Guide to Plaster

April 9, 2015August 27, 2018 DIY Guides plaster, plastering

Plastering is a DIY task that can often turn into a nightmare. Plastering is a skill that can only really be mastered with a lot of practice. This is especially true with “professional” plaster.

Decorating Plastering

Preparing Plaster for Decoration

April 9, 2015 DIY Guides decorating, plaster

Before you can decorate over newly finished plaster, you must allow it to dry out completely. Depending on the size

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