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New skimming/paint advice
hi, I have had a bedroom wall reskimmed, just wondering what sort of paint have you got to use on a new skimmed wall and what sort of primer needs to go on first any recommendations for any specific paint brands would be appreciated,
How long after plastering can you paint the walls
Don't want to mess it up, but still looks like it is drying
How thick should a skim coat of plaster be?
How thick does a skim coat of plaster need to be? I'm having a practice run at doing it myself but I'm not sure how much plaster needs to go on.
Insulating behind plasterboard
Is it wise to put polystyrene balls behind plasterboard as a form of insulation? It's cheap but is there a downside?
Artex to Smooth Ceilings
Looking to have all Artex Ceilings plastered based at SS15 4HB estimate quote please? Kitchen: 99 ft² Lounge: 225.78 ft² Bedroom One: 106.95 ft² Bedroom two: 79.98 ft² Bedroom Three/Office: 54.18 ft² Family Bathroom: 38.44 ft² Hallway: unsure En-suite: unsure Guest toilet: unsure Thanks
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