Plastering is a crucial step in home renovation that provides smooth, durable, and aesthetically pleasing walls and ceilings.

 Preparation Techniques

Surface Cleaning: Remove dust, grease, and loose particles from the wall.
Dampening the Surface: Lightly wet the surface to prevent rapid drying.
Applying a Bonding Agent: For smooth surfaces like concrete, use a bonding agent or roughen the surface for better adhesion.
Types of Plastering Techniques

Traditional Sand & Cement Plastering

Mix Ratio: 1 part cement, 4-6 parts sand, and water.
Application: Apply in layers (scratch coat, brown coat, and finishing coat).
Finishing: Use a trowel for a smooth or textured finish.
Gypsum Plastering

Best For: Interior walls and ceilings.
Application: Mix gypsum powder with water, apply in a single coat, and smooth with a trowel.
Advantages: Quick drying, no need for curing, and lightweight.
Lime Plastering

Ingredients: Lime, sand, and water.
Benefits: Breathable, prevents dampness, and gives a traditional aesthetic.
Venetian Plastering

Process: Multiple lime or marble dust-based Gyprock in Raby layers are applied and polished for a glossy, marble-like finish.
Best Used For: Decorative finishes in luxury interiors.
Skim Coating

Purpose: A thin coat (1-3mm) of plaster is applied over existing surfaces to smooth imperfections.
Tools Needed: Trowel or roller for even application.
Application Techniques

Floating: Using a wooden or metal float to level the Plastering in Raby.

Troweling: Applying pressure with a trowel to achieve a smooth finish.
Texturing: Using brushes, sponges, or rollers to create patterns.
Common Plastering Mistakes to Avoid

Not priming or bonding: This leads to poor adhesion.
Not Allowing Proper Curing Time: Cement-based plasters require moist curing to prevent shrinkage.