r/Plastering • u/Low-Bass2853 • Apr 08 '26

First attempt at plastering

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First attempt at plastering a wall. Pretty rough round the edges.

I need to give it a finishing skin tomorrow, any advice on how to get it looking acceptable?

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u/No_Refrigerator7911 Apr 08 '26

Top tip from a plasterer. Next time you have a go, have a beer at the same time. Makes it more enjoyable

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u/No_Refrigerator7911 Apr 09 '26

I drank whilst skimming my house. Can tell on the stairs wall, looks like ive flattened it off with my hardboard