![]() Clean all surfaces with a vacuum cleaner. Do NOT break the bond of plaster that has adhered to the back side of the "good" plaster. The final coat of joint compound should be at least 1/8 inch above any taped areas.įeather edge the plaster and drywall with a orbital sander using 40 grit sandpaper. When you purchase your patch, ensure you buy a piece that is narrower than the lowest spot of your patch. Most doityourself stores carry cutdown pieces of drywall. Leaving a 2" space between the existing plaster and the repair piece of drywall. If the depth of existing plaster is greater than (on hand) drywall, then add a piece of drywall to the exposed lath with drywall screws, ensure you pre drill all screw holes to avoid cracking the lath. Many attempts at trial and error before this solution.Ĭlean all loose plaster from the damaged area and secure the exposed lath with small ring shank nails. Lath and plaster was a special challenge towards my endeavor to perfection. I am a homeowner/hobbyist that loves fixing up old houses. ![]() I can't wait to get started, I just need a little help in putting a plan together. Do you think I can paint over the Plaster Wall Patch or is something else needed to prepare the surface for painting? Should I build up a first layer, let it dry and then another layer level with the existing surface or is there a technique that would be better. ![]() Does anyone have any experience with the Plaster Wall Patch? Is there something better that would work? When applying plaster it sounds like I need at least two layers, once base and another finishing. Do I need to use any fiberglass mesh to put over the lathe or can I just start with the plaster. I know I need to provide some backing material either metal or wooden lath but I'm not sure what else is needed. From what I've read so far, plaster of Paris hardens too fast, making it difficult to work with so I'm leaning towards DAP® Plaster Wall Patch (Dry Mix). The wall is currently plaster and lath and I'm trying to get a handle on the best way to repair the damage after the plaster and lath are removed. I am having some plumbing repaired in my 1913 house that will result in a large access hole (2' x 16") on the first floor.
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