Wall plastering

Wall skimming — Saint Vincent And The Grenadines

An uneven wall, surface-cracked or damaged after wallpaper removal benefits from skimming. Successive coats of smoothing compound give a flat, smooth surface ready for paint or wallpaper. On Helplease, you describe your needs and the workers offering this service in Saint Vincent And The Grenadines are notified of your request.

What the service covers

• smoothing compound;
• full wall skim;
• filler;
• ceilings;
• preparation after wallpaper removal.

Depending on what you agree with the worker, the job can include protection, scraping loose areas, priming if needed, applying compound in one or more coats, sanding and dusting.

Key points

Damp

A damp wall or one with efflorescence must first be treated at the source; otherwise skim and paint will deteriorate.

Sanding dust

Sanding creates a lot of dust: covering furniture, ventilation and a mask are recommended.

What affects the price

• area;
• surface condition;
• number of coats;
• finish type;
• height (ceilings).

The rate is agreed with the worker based on these elements.

Frequently asked questions

Skim or plaster?

To smooth an existing wall, skim is usually enough; a badly damaged wall may need plastering.

How many coats?

Often two, sometimes more depending on the wall.

Can it be painted afterwards?

Yes, after drying, sanding and primer.

What information should I give?

Area, wall condition, any damp and desired finish.