Has anyone ever done plastering?

[Mile195]

And now for a completely off-topic question...

My home came with horrible polystyrene tiles on the ceiling of every room, as well as wooden panelling in the kitchen. I'm sure that both looked fab in the 1960's, but now they're just a fire hazard!

I know the ceiling and the walls underneath them will be a mess when I take them off.

Everyone says plastering is hard, but youtube videos don't make it look that terrible.

Anyone ever done it? Is it as hard as they say? Any horror stories?

Thanks all in advance...

 

[threebikesmcginty]

You could always Artex the ceiling for a more up to date look.

 

[dan_bo]

It's frustrating but quite satisfying when you get it something near right. If you're insistent on not getting someone in to do it, make sure your mix is spot on and take your time.

 

[Mile195]

You could always Artex the ceiling for a more up to date look.

Why not... you want to see the carpets - they'll match perfectly. I've never seen so many brown and orange swirly patterns in one place...

 

[Mile195]

It's frustrating but quite satisfying when you get it something near right. If you're insistent on not getting someone in to do it, make sure your mix is spot on and take your time.

Thanks! What happens if it's not? Does it just crumble as soon as it dries?

 

[Maz]

Thanks! What happens if it's not? Does it just crumble as soon as it dries?

In my experience, not so much crumble, but you'll get fine hairline cracks appearing as the plaster dries.

 

[4F]

I haver tried plastering once, never again. It looked a right pigs ear and best left to the professionals.

 

[dan_bo]

Thanks! What happens if it's not? Does it just crumble as soon as it dries?

It's about timing. once it's mixed, don't slap it on too early cos, well, it's too sloppy. Put it on too late and it'll peel/crack. That is the top and bottom of my plastering knowledge.

 

[slowmotion]

Thanks! What happens if it's not? Does it just crumble as soon as it dries?

It just refuses to stick in the first place.

 

[dan_bo]

best left to the professionals.

 

[Ruary]

If you've never plastered before then starting with a ceiling isn't the best plan, best get a pro in.

 

[cd365]

And now for a completely off-topic question...

My home came with horrible polystyrene tiles on the ceiling of every room, as well as wooden panelling in the kitchen. I'm sure that both looked fab in the 1960's, but now they're just a fire hazard!

I know the ceiling and the walls underneath them will be a mess when I take them off.

Everyone says plastering is hard, but youtube videos don't make it look that terrible.

Anyone ever done it? Is it as hard as they say? Any horror stories?

Thanks all in advance...

I did a £200 course, it's not as hard as some people make out but I wouldn't just give it a go. Find a local course, do it and then crack on at home, will save you a fortune in the long term.
I also did a plumbing course, that has came in handy many times!

 

[threebikesmcginty]

Lost your picture of Bodie and Doyle, dan?

 

[dan_bo]

It's all that needs to be said about any DIY that involves anything more than a shovel really.

 

[threebikesmcginty]

It's all that needs to be said about any DIY that involves anything more than a shovel really.

Using a shovel is where you're going wrong with your plastering.