A plasterer from Bathpool is getting ready to take on a very unusual but challenging challenge in March. It is a Sponsored walk with a a very plasterer like twist. In support of the Looe Lifeboat Appeal, Allan Gafney will walk 16.1 miles on stilts … [Read More...]
Can You Plaster Over Wallpaper?
Renovating your home and bumping into some old wallpaper is pretty much a given. It could be ugly or old and sad-looking, but either way, you're … [Read More...]
WHAT IS SSIP AND IS THE CHEAPEST SSIP ACCREDITATION RECOGNISED?
Gaining an SSIP accreditation and certificate like CHAS, Safecontractor or Constructionline can be important for your plastering business. It … [Read More...]
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MAKITA POWERS UP THE HEAT
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POWER UP YOUR TOOLS WITH MAKITA’S LATEST XGT POWER SOURCE KIT REDEMPTION
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Can Plaster Get Wet?
Can Plaster Get Wet? At Plasterers News and The Plasterers Forum, we get asked many questions. I have been running these sites for the thick end of 20 years now, so I get to immerse myself in all … [Read More...]
Why Are Plasterers So Expensive?
Why Are Plasterers So Expensive? If you look through the likes of Facebook and Twitter, you will constantly see that the general public asks why are plasterers so expensive.... … [Read More...]
Are Plastering Stilts Illegal?
Are plastering stilts illegal? I am warning you that if you climb onto those stilts while plastering, the police will be around, and they will lock you up for ten years... Ok, we all know that … [Read More...]
Will Plastering A Wall Stop Damp?
Will plastering a wall stop damp, this is a question I have been asked a lot in the past, so I thought it was time to put pen to paper and set the record straight and look at this question a little … [Read More...]
What Is Concrete Venetian Plaster?
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Can You Plaster Over Expanding Foam?
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Can You Plaster Over Tiles?
Can You Plaster Over Tiles? Where do we start with this very, very common question? Yes, you can plaster over tiles only if you prepare the tiles you want to plaster over correctly then you can … [Read More...]
Can You Plaster Over Wood?
Can You plaster over wood? Yes, you can plaster over wood, but there are things you need to know first and do the right prep. We will get to that a little later on. The problem when you plaster … [Read More...]
Can You Plaster Over Artex?
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How Much Does A Plasterer Charge
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Will A Plasterer Remove Radiators?
In short answer yes, some plasterers will remove radiators. However, every plasterer is different, and it is entirely up to them if they do or don't offer this service. Depending on the difficulty and … [Read More...]
PUSH THE LIMITS WITH MAKITA
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