Apply nylon directly to the feathered plaster, lath and feathered drywall, overlapping all strips.

Nylon tape works best, however, I have used both paper and nylon. Spray lath and feathered plaster with a light coat of water and apply a thin coat (1/8 in.) of joint compound to all exposed surfaces.Īpply 1 layer of drywall tape. Clean all surfaces with a vacuum cleaner. Do NOT break the bond of plaster that has adhered to the back side of the 'good' plaster. The final coat of joint compound should be at least 1/8 inch above any taped areas.įeather edge the plaster and drywall with a orbital sander using 40 grit sandpaper. When you purchase your patch, ensure you buy a piece that is narrower than the lowest spot of your patch. Most doityourself stores carry cutdown pieces of drywall. Leaving a 2' space between the existing plaster and the repair piece of drywall. If the depth of existing plaster is greater than (on hand) drywall, then add a piece of drywall to the exposed lath with drywall screws, ensure you pre drill all screw holes to avoid cracking the lath. Many attempts at trial and error before this solution.Ĭlean all loose plaster from the damaged area and secure the exposed lath with small ring shank nails. Lath and plaster was a special challenge towards my endeavor to perfection. I am a homeowner/hobbyist that loves fixing up old houses. I can't wait to get started, I just need a little help in putting a plan together. Do you think I can paint over the Plaster Wall Patch or is something else needed to prepare the surface for painting?

Should I build up a first layer, let it dry and then another layer level with the existing surface or is there a technique that would be better. Does anyone have any experience with the Plaster Wall Patch? Is there something better that would work? When applying plaster it sounds like I need at least two layers, once base and another finishing. Do I need to use any fiberglass mesh to put over the lathe or can I just start with the plaster. I know I need to provide some backing material either metal or wooden lath but I'm not sure what else is needed. From what I've read so far, plaster of Paris hardens too fast, making it difficult to work with so I'm leaning towards DAP® Plaster Wall Patch (Dry Mix). The wall is currently plaster and lath and I'm trying to get a handle on the best way to repair the damage after the plaster and lath are removed. When working with plaster, it's best to only work with small amounts on the hawk and trowel.I am having some plumbing repaired in my 1913 house that will result in a large access hole (2' x 16') on the first floor.For more advice, see our online guides or leaflets ‘How To Plaster a Wall’ and ‘How To Prepare Walls & Ceilings for Decorating’.Have a bucket of water to hand when working so you can clean your trowel as you need to this will help to avoid lumps and unnecessary work.Most plasterboard comes in either 9.5mm or 12.5mm thickness, so try to replace like-for-like when making repairs.

If this is the case, you may need to make two or more applications

Some plaster products shouldn’t be applied to a depth of more the 12mm in one go.

Turn the radiators off in the room so the plaster doesn’t dry out too quickly.

Lay out protective sheets to cover the floor and any nearby furniture.Thorough preparation is key to achieving a high-quality finish, so be sure to remove all traces of old plaster, dust and grease for the area you plan to repair.For example, if you only need a small amount, you might find it easier to use ready mixed plaster There are many different fillers and plaster products available, so be sure to consider the range and select a product that is best suited to your job.Bear in mind that the application method can vary between products, so it’s always best to check the manufacturer’s instructions.Here we will show you how to patch repair a wall, as well as how to repair small and large holes in plasterboard A wall can become damaged for many reasons, but luckily carrying out repairs is relatively straightforward.

Floor plaster patch