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Plasterers in London

Expert plasterers for skimming, rendering, and ornamental plasterwork across London. Specialists in period property restoration and modern skim finishes.

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About Plasterer Services in London

From skim-coating newly boarded walls in a Canary Wharf apartment to restoring ornate Victorian cornicing in a Hampstead townhouse, London plasterers need a broad skill set. Our verified professionals handle everything from basic overskim work to specialist Venetian plaster finishes and lime plastering for heritage properties.

Popular Plasterer Services in London

Plaster Skimming

Smooth skim coat over plasterboard or existing plaster. The most common plastering job in London homes.

£150–£350 per room

Full Re-plastering

Hack off old plaster and apply fresh base coat and skim. Essential for damp-damaged or crumbling walls.

£350–£700 per room

External Rendering

Sand & cement, monocouche, or silicone render for exterior walls. Weather protection and kerb appeal.

£40–£80 per sqm

Coving & Cornicing

Installation of decorative coving, cornicing, and ceiling roses. Period-accurate profiles available.

£8–£20 per metre

Venetian & Polished Plaster

High-end decorative plaster finishes for feature walls and luxury interiors.

£60–£120 per sqm

Plasterer Price Guide — London 2026

Service Typical Price Notes
Room skim (walls only) £150–£350
Ceiling skim £100–£250
Full re-plaster (per room) £350–£700
Patch repair £80–£200 Per patch
External render (per sqm) £40–£80
Coving installation £8–£20 per metre

Local Insight

London plasterers charge £200–£350 per day. A standard room skim takes about half a day for an experienced plasterer. Many London properties have lath-and-plaster walls that need careful handling — not all plasterers are experienced with this, so ask specifically if you have a period property. Drying time is typically 2–4 days before painting.

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Areas We Cover

  • Central London (Westminster, City of London, Soho)
  • North London (Islington, Camden, Hampstead, Finchley)
  • South London (Brixton, Clapham, Dulwich, Greenwich)
  • East London (Shoreditch, Hackney, Stratford, Canary Wharf)
  • West London (Chelsea, Fulham, Ealing, Chiswick)
  • South East (Lewisham, Bromley, Croydon)
  • South West (Wandsworth, Richmond, Kingston)

Plasterer in London — FAQs

How much does plastering a room cost in London?
Skimming a standard room in London costs £150–£350. Full re-plastering (hack off and re-do) costs £350–£700 per room. Ceilings are usually charged separately at £100–£250 per ceiling.
How long does plaster take to dry before painting?
Fresh plaster needs 2–4 days to dry in normal conditions. In winter or poorly ventilated London flats, it can take up to a week. Don't paint until the plaster has turned uniformly light pink/white. Use a mist coat (watered-down emulsion) as the first coat.
Can you plaster over Artex ceilings?
Yes, most London plasterers can skim over Artex to create a smooth finish. If the Artex was applied before 2000, it may contain asbestos — get it tested first. Skimming over Artex costs £150–£300 per ceiling.
What's the difference between plastering and rendering?
Plastering is for interior walls (smooth finish for painting). Rendering is for exterior walls (weather protection). Different materials and techniques are used. Many plasterers do both, but some specialise in one or the other.

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