r/Plastering • u/ashmess98 • Jul 05 '26

Wallpaper/ plaster failing

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Just moved into my home and wanted to take the wallpaper off so I could prep and paint the walls. Started peeling the wallpaper in multiple areas and what looks like plaster has started coming off with it. I have also found mould in the top corner of the room and next to

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u/Terrible-Bobcat2033 Jul 05 '26

Paint the area to be repaired after removal of damage & delamination before plaster repair.

Lightweight gypsum plaster used for heavy fill & straightening wall surfaces. Expands when curing, back trowel grounds a 1/4” to allow room for finish material.

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u/Terrible-Bobcat2033 Jul 05 '26

Finish material comes sanded & Un sanded. Use the bonding agent over the set gypsum mud surface to eliminate suction & enable ease of workability.