Paint shows everything underneath — good prep or bad, flat walls or rippled. Professional skimming throughout Central that creates surfaces worth decorating.
The multi-quote model treats skimming like a commodity when it’s actually craftsmanship. Price comparison ignores skill differences that show up in the finish. Direct contact with a quality-focused plasterer gets better walls, not just cheaper quotes.
Our system prioritises quality over quantity.
We assign one experienced skimming specialist to Central. Contact goes directly to them when your walls need attention — no call centres filtering requests, just professional response from the tradesman who’ll do the work.
Professional skimming handles various wall states. Patchy repairs need blending, full rooms need consistent coverage, and ceilings need careful technique to avoid visible joins — experienced assessment determines the right approach for lasting results.
Have a look through what we do below. If it matches your walls, contact us and we’ll get it sorted. If it’s not quite right, no problem — thanks for checking.
Wall skimming services cover everything from single feature walls to complete room transformations. Damaged plaster, rough textures, and uneven surfaces all respond to professional re-skimming that creates smooth, consistent finishes. Experienced plasterers match existing textures where needed, blend repairs invisibly, and deliver walls that make decorating straightforward and results impressive.
Expert ceiling skimming handles textured surfaces that paint alone can’t fix. Artex patterns, stippled finishes, and rough plaster need professional skim coating to create flat, contemporary ceilings. Skilled tradesmen prepare surfaces correctly, apply even coverage overhead, and finish to high standards — ceilings transformed and ready for decoration.
Repair skimming handles localised wall damage efficiently without requiring full room re-plastering. Holes from shelving, cracks from movement, and damage from removed tiles all respond to professional patching that blends seamlessly. Skilled tradesmen prepare surfaces properly, apply skim coats that match, and finish so repairs become invisible — targeted fixes that save time and money.
New construction plastering delivers smooth finishes on freshly installed plasterboard throughout your project. Kitchen extensions, loft conversions, and new builds all require professional jointing, taping, and skimming to create walls ready for decoration. Quality preparation and skilled application ensure seamless surfaces that won’t crack or show joints over time.
Complete room plastering transforms tired spaces into fresh, modern environments with consistent smooth finishes. Full wall and ceiling coverage ensures unified quality throughout — no mismatches, no patchy repairs, just seamless results everywhere. Skilled plasterers work efficiently, delivering the even finishing that makes decorating effortless and rooms feel completely renewed.
Cheap skimming costs more when you’re repainting rippled walls a year later. Here’s the detail on our quality-first approach across Central.
Years covering Central from Lurgan Park through Lurgan town centre to Brownlow House builds genuine understanding. You learn which developers cut corners, which streets have damp problems, which estates used experimental materials. That insight prevents problems before they start.
Victorian solid walls with three previous skim coats, 1970s Artex hiding who-knows-what, plasterboard fitted yesterday — all need different approaches. Assessment across Central determines preparation, preparation determines finish quality.
victorian townhouses and edwardian terraces dominate Central, usually 2.5m-2.8m to the ceiling. These property types have predictable quirks — common damp spots, typical movement cracks, characteristic construction methods. Knowing them speeds every stage from quote to finish.
When you call, the plasterer picks up — same person who’ll read your walls and make preparation decisions on site. That means proper discussion about surface condition, realistic expectations, and what’s actually involved in getting smooth results.
Discussion establishes what you’re working with — existing surface types, room sizes, any issues you’ve noticed. Based on initial information, a site visit gets scheduled to assess walls properly, identify preparation needs, and provide accurate pricing.
Wall inspection includes hands-on assessment — tapping hollow sections, testing suction, checking for blown areas, noting repair history. Preparation needs get explained simply. Pricing reflects genuine surface condition found on site.
Jobs follow proper sequence — prep work, plaster application, finishing technique. Dust sheets go down for surrounding areas. Comprehensive cleanup occurs after completion. You receive practical information about drying requirements, mist coats, and decoration readiness.
Planning wall work means practical questions need answering — what preparation involves, realistic durations, when you can decorate. Clear information below.
A typical bedroom skims in a day when walls cooperate. Surface problems — blown plaster, poor adhesion, previous bodge jobs — extend timelines significantly. Ceiling work adds roughly half a day. You’ll get accurate timing once walls have been properly assessed.
Existing surface quality determines approach. Firmly bonded plaster skims over after keying. Blown areas, delaminated coats, or excessive previous layers need stripping. Assessment identifies which preparation each wall section requires.
Skimming means thin finish coats over prepared existing surfaces. Full plastering includes base coats on brick, render application, depth building. Typical home jobs involve re-skimming existing plaster rather than plastering from scratch — thinner applications, quicker completion.
It varies with paint condition. Thin matt emulsion over sound plaster takes skim after proper keying. Heavy coatings, gloss finishes, or silk paint cause bonding problems — usually needing stripping or adhesion treatment. Assessment reveals what preparation your walls require.
Drying varies with conditions. Surface typically ready for mist coating within 2-4 days, full curing extends longer. New plaster needs diluted emulsion first — sealing porous surfaces before proper paint application. Insufficient drying causes failures.
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We handle skimming work across the whole of Central. Plasterers familiar with local construction eras, typical wall conditions, and the preparation approaches that deliver smooth, lasting finishes on these specific properties.
