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  • Does render absorb or repel water?

    Does render absorb or repel rainwater?

    Asked by Pete on 16th Jun 2023
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    How long does plaster take to dry before painting?

    We've just had a room plastered, but we don't know how long we need to wait before painting. It's an external-facing wall so slightly cooler. Does that affect drying time?

    Asked by June on 16th Apr 2026
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    Roughcasting Garage

    Roughly how much would it take to replace roughcasting on a typical Wimpey built garage from 1977 with a surface area or around 30 m2? Location near Aberdeen.

    Asked by Andrew on 13th Feb 2024
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    Render cracking as it dries

    We had the back of the house rendered last week and fine cracks have appeared across it as it has dried. The renderer says this is normal and will be covered by the top coat. Is that right?

    Asked by Cheryl on 1st Sep 2026
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    Replacement Ceiling

    Following water damage to my house I need to replace the ceiling in my hall and landing - Hall: 10.88 m² Landing: 9.51 m² what is the approx price for this job?

    Asked by Lisa on 16th Apr 2026
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    Where to fit external cornice?

    Where exactly might external cornice suit on a house?

    Asked by Simon on 8th Jun 2022
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    Do I need particular roofline dentals in windy area?

    Would I need to purchase particular roofline dentils for my home as I live in the highlands and it can get quite windy here, especially during the winter?

    Asked by jonathan on 10th Jun 2022
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    Advantages of porch support brackets

    What are the advantages of porch support brackets? When would they needed, if at all? And if they are not necessary, is it worth paying for them?

    Asked by Bill on 14th Jun 2022
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    Coving and the resale value of a property

    Would having various coving installed in my living room, kitchen and around the outside of my home add value to my home by any significant degree?

    Asked by June on 14th Jun 2022
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    How to become a plasterer

    I'm thinking about retraining as a plasterer. What qualifications or courses do you actually need to get started, and is it realistic to get work without a formal apprenticeship?

    Asked by Bill on 4th May 2026
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