The US is a country of drywall and joint compound, so plaster veneer work is generally only done by people who specialize in that work—I believe in the UK it’s just a much more common practice. My friends Tara and Percy from Jersey Ice Cream Co generally do tinted plaster veneers on...
I usewall patches by DAPto cover 3″-8″ holes in the drywall. Patching large holes like these will require drywall spackling and drywall knives to skim several thin coats over the patch. Plan on 1-2 days to complete as the compound takes longer to dry. Anything larger than these will r...
If you’re plastering over drywall, you can skip the skimming step and paint directly onto the board. But if you’re using plasterboard, you’ll want to skim the entire surface, as it will make the wall smoother and glossier. While touching your walls may look more attractive, it can be...