If you have never done any plastering before it is advised that you enlist the help of a professional to undertake the plastering work that needs to be done.

Fibrous plastering is the creation of ornamental plasterwork such as ornamental columns, cornices, ceiling roses and architraves.

Mixing is a very important phase in a plastering job. With the help of a mixer drill the mixing plaster can be made easily, especially if the quantity is large.

The lime that is mainly used for internal plastering is calcined from chalk, oyster shells or other nearly pure limestone. It is also known as fat, pure, chalk or rich line.

The weather during plastering and rendering may have considerable influence on the finished work.

External rendering should be started on the shady side of the building to keep it unexposed to the sun as long as possible.

Gypsum plaster is mainly for use indoors as damp will attack it and make it crumble. The most common types of gypsum plaster are browning, bonding and metal lathing.

One advantage of plastering is that is can be repainted as often as you choose.

The most important thing for all DIY tasks is a set of correct tools for plastering and plaster boarding.

Plastering equipment will usually need replacing if plaster is not cleaned off with water before it dries and this can get expensive and is wasteful.