Frequently Asked Questions on Plastering 

Q, How to Remove artex from my walls
A, Artex can sometimes be removed by using a Wallpaper Steamer, or try soaking the Artex using a wet sponge or a Squirty bottle.

Q, Whats the best plaster to use
A, British Plasterers use Thistle Products, made by British Gypsum. they offer a range of plasters from background to finishing.

Q, How long does it Take to dry, before you can Paint it,
A,Drying times vary according to the depth of plaster and to the weather conditions, On a hot summer's day for example, Skimmed plasterboard is sometimes ready to be painted the following day. In General allowing a week to 10 days should be ample time.

Q, what sort of undercoat should i use first to seal the plaster
A, Using a Plaster sealer is one option, however mutiple coats of  a watery emulsion (not a solid emulsion EG. Once) works equally as well, and provide a good base on which to use the final thicker solid emulsion.

Q, why is my plaster not drying out properly
A, If you use a One coat Emulsion on bare plaster, it will peel off! All plaster will eventually dry out, unless more water is being added to it EG, a Leak!

Q, when mixing Plaster what is the best mix to use, 70/30 or what?
A, The correct amount of Water Added to the Plaster gives a creamy, smooth Plaster, The amount varies according to the type of plaster EG, background or finishing which ever you are using.