Loft Conversion
Plastering 101
Behind the Scenes - Loft Conversion
Loft Conversion - Plastering 101
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1) Special tape is used to strengthen the seams between each sheet of wall board.
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2) Metal beading is used on the corners, it keeps everything looking nice and square.
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3) Once the taping and beading are done, it's time to grab your hawk and trowel.
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4) First, a thin coat of plaster is spread over the seams in long even swipes.
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5) Bob is shown here gathering plaster with a trowel. He will work from the hock in his left hand.
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6) Once the seams have their first coat, it's time to start with the open wall spaces.
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7) The walls are covered with long swipes that flow from bottom to top.
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8) Things go quickly at this stage, lots of plaster gets mixed and the finish progresses nicely.
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9) After the final coats are on, the finish will be hand troweled for up to an hour while the plaster dries.
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10) Many thanks to John Hurl and his crew for a beautiful plastering job.
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