With the modern trend for plastered walls painted with neutral and pastel colours coming back into fashion, there are a lot of artexed walls and ceilings, which require plastering over.

There are special tools to help you for cutting the plasterboard. If you want to use the direct bond method it is important to know the correct technique how to apply the plasterboard with that method.

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

There are some common problems linked with drywall plastering and these are blisters on the plastering, and the tape also tends to fall off at places.

All stilts have adjustable legs and because it allows internal movement, it increases the stability.

Mixing skim plaster for the first time is difficult and can cause people problems if they haven't done it before.

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

Plaster moldings are often used for plastering jobs, but the fit should be right and it is better if it is done by professionals.

Some special services offered by some plastering contractors are pebbledashing, rendering, coving, damp course installation or Tyrolean.

Always turn off your mains power when plastering anywhere near any electrical socket, switch, light fitting or appliance.