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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.

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How to Apply Undercoat Plaster

August 23, 2018August 23, 2018 DIY Guides plastering, walls

When plastering walls, getting the undercoat plaster layer right is an important part of the process.

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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.

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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.

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