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"Dave Plowman (News)" wrote in message
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Peter smith wrote:
I've never pplastered a thing in my life well maybe my thumb after some
spirited hammering.

I have a wall in the bathroom which is a little firther back than the
rest of the wall and though hmmm might be time to level it out... Now I
guess I have to plaster it right ? what kind of plaster do I need ...
just wondering if there is anything specific needed as its in a bathroom
?

Also once it has dried is plaster paintable or doe it need some kind of
coating ?

I shall google a bit about it. But advice welcomed from the pros of diy

IMHO, it's not an easy skill to learn if you want that perfect finish a
pro gets - especially if you're going to just paint it. Easy enough to
get
a level surface suitable for tiling, though.

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*Why do we say something is out of whack? What is a whack?

Dave Plowman London SW
To e-mail, change noise into sound.

What I have done is to use battens top and bottom of a wall and use a
straight piece of planed timber to ensure the wall is flat with backing,
either browning or sand-cement. When that has dried, the battens are
removed and filled in. It is possible to get a flat good surface with a
very thin top layer and making sure the wall is thoroughly wetted before
applying the top layer. Then work the layer until it looks polished,
wetting the top coat as when it's needed to keep it workable. It does
take a lot of practice though.

This simple looking job is damn difficult, I done a few bits in a house I
was renovating and all I can say is I am glad I am not renting it!
I can do most DIY jobs but plastering has me beat.
Read all you can but experience is the key. Its all about preperation,
correct mixture and timing and then knowing what you are doing.