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How To Make Minor Plaster Repairs

How To Make Minor Plaster Repairs

Instructions

We've all done it, moved something and ended up causing a crumbly looking dent in the plaster. This is a simple job to fix that should only take 15 mintues out of your time and we at Homeserve are going to show you how.

Step 1:
Here's what you will need:

• A plastering trowel
• A paint brush
• Fine sandpaper
• A small chisel
• A hammer
• And some plaster filler. You can either get powder you mix yourself with water, or make it simpler by getting the ready mixed stuff.

Step 2:
Use the hammer and chisel to knock away any loose bits of plaster in the hole. Then sweep of the debris and dust with the brush.

Take the paint brush, dip it in water and dampen the hole and surrounding area. Older plaster is very dry and will suck moisture from your filler, causing it to crumble, if you don't.

Step 3:
Use the trowel to spread the filler over the recess. If the hole is very deep, apply one layer and score the surface with the edge of a trowel to create a gripping surface. Leave it to completely dry, the manufacturers instruction on your filler packet will give you an indication of how long this will take. Only then should you apply the second filler layer and smooth it over so it's flush with the wall.

Step 4:
Wait for the plaster to harden and then smooth over the plaster with some sandpaper so it is flush with the wall.

OK that’s it. But if you are still not sure about doing it yourself or you fancy doing something else with your time, why not give us a call for a helping hand