Cracked, loose and water-damaged plaster rebuilt flat before paint.
Plaster Repair in Flemington, NJ
Plaster fails differently than drywall. Keys break off the lath, ceilings sag, and hairline cracks return every season because the movement underneath was never addressed.
We treat plaster as its own trade. Loose sections are re-secured to the lath, cracks are cut back and bridged, and the surface is skimmed flat so a century-old wall reads as one continuous plane again.
Repaired at the lath
Loose plaster is re-keyed and secured instead of being skimmed over and left to crack again.
Seamless, not patched
Skim coats are feathered wide across the full plane so repairs vanish under raking light.
Original character kept
Curved corners, arches and hand-troweled texture are matched rather than flattened out.
What's Included
Every project covers this
- Assessment of cracks, bulges and hollow areas
- Re-securing loose plaster to lath with washers or adhesive
- Cutting back and bridging cracks with mesh or tape
- Two- and three-coat skim work on damaged planes
- Texture and profile matching on historic surfaces
- Sanding, dust containment and spot priming
Preparation
The work before the paint
- Find the cause of the failure, from roof leaks to structural movement
- Protect floors and contain plaster dust in the work area
- Remove failed material back to sound plaster
- Prime repairs so the finish coat holds an even sheen
Where It Applies
Common applications
- Plaster walls and ceilings in older homes
- Hairline and settlement cracks that keep returning
- Water-damaged ceilings once the leak is resolved
- Plaster crown, arches and curved corners
- Medallions and decorative plaster detail
FAQ
Plaster Repair questions
Usually yes. If the lath is sound and the plaster is still keyed in most areas, re-securing and skimming avoids a full tear-out and keeps the original wall profile. Call us for a free estimate and we will tell you which route your walls need.
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