Plastering

Find out more about whether you’re suited to a career in plastering, the day-to-day life of plasterers, earning potential and progression opportunities.

Whether you’re a homeowner keen to tackle your own repairs and refurbishments or a property developer looking to cut costs and take charge of renovations, learning plastering as a DIY skill offers both practical benefits and long-term value.  

Find out how to apply a first coat of plaster. Everything you need to know when it comes to applying a base layer of plaster to walls and ceilings

With its wide use and essential purpose, it's not uncommon for homeowners to encounter areas of render in need of repair. From hairline cracks to delamination, we’ve picked out five common rendering repairs at home.  

Want to know more about the pros and cons of dry lining and plastering? Discover which wall and ceiling finish is best suited to your project.

Thinking about a career in plastering? Find out more about expert-led plastering courses for all experiences at Able Skills.

Discover more about the process of dry lining a wall, and why it is increasingly seen as an appealing alternative to traditional plastering.

Learn plumbing, plastering and tiling in one complete bathroom installation package. All your questions answered about the bathroom fitting course at Able Skills.

What is dry lining, taping and jointing and how do you gain suitable skills to access the industry?

Find out why Kim chose Able Skills for her City & Guilds Multi Craft Diploma (6219-07), what she gained from doing the course and what she plans to do next in her construction career.

Learn more about when and why a plasterer might need a CSCS card, as well as the different entry requirements needed for obtaining one.

Want to know more about how to become a plasterer? Discover our top tips for launching and growing a career in the industry.