Two men drilling plasterboard into an unfinished ceiling

What is Plasterboard? – Ultimate Guide to Drywall

When decorating your home, you have a few choices regarding lining your walls. You can opt for traditional plastering, though this can take time to apply and dry. Or you can choose plasterboard, begging the question: what is plasterboard,…
Plasterer sanding a wall

Preparing Plaster Walls for Painting

If you want to refresh your interior design, painting your walls is the best option. A new colour can bring a new lease of life if applied correctly. However, there is little worse than uneven or peeling paint, so you should ready your…
Man in a hard hat pointing at building plans on a screen

What is Section 106?

If you have ever planned a new renovation and applied to your local council for permission, you will know that there are many hurdles that you have to jump over before starting the project. Your development has to be authorised by the council,…
Tradesperson checking a floor with a spirit level

How to Level a Floor

We often take it for granted that our floors are level. You may never have thought about it, but it impacts the structure and safety of your home. An uneven floor can make installing new flooring, whether that’s laminate, tiling or hardwood,…
Plaster being applied to a wall

Lime Plaster Guide: Everything You Need To Know

Most modern homes use drywall and gypsum plaster to finish their walls. However, did you know there’s an alternative that has been used for thousands of years? Lime plaster has been used to finish walls for centuries and,…
Hole in plasterboard

How to Patch Large Holes in Plaster Walls

Plaster and plasterboard are effective and affordable materials to finish your walls with; however, over time they wear and holes can appear for many reasons. As you hang new items on the walls, screws and nails can create small holes.…
Workman using plasterboard

The Correct Way To Get Rid Of Plasterboard

Plasterboard offers a time-efficient means of achieving a smooth base for walls and ceilings, providing a smooth surface to apply a plaster skim. Despite their quick and easy application, when it comes to plasterboard disposal, you’ll…
Blown plaster

What Is Blown Plaster And How To Fix It

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  Plaster can enhance the durability of your walls whilst lending a touch of elegance and beauty. However, to keep your walls in good condition, it’s important to keep an eye out for potential signs of damage. Chief among these…
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