Q. How important is it to repair plaster before repainting? Our ceilings have peeling paint that we’re pretty sure was caused by past water damage. Since the water problem is no longer an iss… ...

Repairing a plaster ceiling with plaster is the best way to maintain an older home’s integrity.Step 1: Plastering is a messy job. Prepare the work space by removing furniture and covering ...

Q. I’d appreciate your guidance with regard to the need to repair/replace a plaster ceiling in a bedroom in a 1910 house. A big chunk of the ceiling fell down and there are cracks in the rest… ...