Even though we suggest hiring professionals to perform your plastering job, there will be times when you’ll be interested in pursuing a DIY process for the same. While following a DIY procedure for plastering is not an impossible task by any means, it’s definitely challenging. 

It doesn’t matter whether you’re a beginner or a veteran in this field, there are multiple ways through which your DIY plastering process can wrong. Therefore, we at Wellington insulation services, have created an exhaustive guide that will help you to complete your DIY plastering process without much fuss. 

Before You Start Your Plastering Job

To Do

Before you begin your plastering process, it’s essential that you clean your walls. Ensure that you brush away all the dust & dirt off the surface. Dust and other contaminants prevent the plaster from sticking onto the walls in an effective manner. So, if you want flawless plaster on your walls, cleaning your walls is mandatory.

To Not Do

Don’t proceed to make your plastering mixture too thick. It should be perceived that a thick plastering mixture will become hard to keep flat and will turn out to be heavier. Ensure that the mixture has the same level of consistency throughout so that it will become easier to spread on your walls. 

Things To Remember When Plastering

To Do

Always push hard when applying your plastering mixture on your walls. If you can get the overall consistency of the mixture correct, then it’ll become easier for you to apply the same with firm pressure. When you apply pressure, you’ll be able to make the application flat without any bulges. 

To Not Do

Don’t proceed to perform your plastering job, unless you’ve cleared out the entire room that you’re planning to do first. There’s no reason that you should do your job when you have barriers before the walls. So, ensure that you clear out all your belongings, furniture or any other items before you begin the plastering task.

The Care After Plastering

To Do

When you’ve completed your plastering process, be sure to clean your equipment right away. Equipment can become hard to clean when the plaster sets in. So, clean your buckets, trowels, and other tools. 

To Not Do

Don’t wait too long to smooth out your plastering work. Moreover, we suggest putting multiple layers for better wall texture. But, before you apply another plaster layer, ensure that the last one was able to dry out completely. 

Lastly, we hope you enjoyed our suggestions and in case you require any professional assistance with plastering, be sure to contact us. Our skilled personnel will be able to cater to your requirements and can provide you with the best wall plastering job.