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Plastering Costs in Dublin: 2026 Price Guide
Typical Dublin prices for plastering jobs, from small repairs to larger projects, and what pushes a quote up or down.
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Typical plastering prices in Dublin
| Service | Typical Dublin price (incl. VAT) |
|---|---|
| Skim Coat Plastering | €350–€900 per room |
| Ceiling Repair and Replastering | €400–€1,500 |
| Plaster Repair | €150–€600 |
| Dry Lining and Plasterboarding | €600–€2,000 per room |
| Lime Plastering | €1,000–€5,000 |
| Coving and Cornice Repair | €200–€1,500 |
| Full House Replastering | €6,000–€18,000 |
| External Rendering | €6,000–€15,000 |
| Period Plasterwork Restoration | €3,000–€15,000 |
These are indicative guide ranges including VAT, based on typical Dublin jobs in 2026. Your quote will depend on the specifics of your property.
What to check before you hire a plasterer
- Ask whether loose or blown plaster will be removed or skimmed over
- For period homes, ask whether they work with lime
- Confirm floors and furniture will be protected and the room cleaned
- Ask how long to wait before painting
- Ask for photos of recent similar work
What affects the price
- Area and height of walls and ceilings
- Condition of the existing surface
- Plaster type (gypsum, lime or render)
- Access, including scaffolding for external work
- Making good around fittings
Call-out fees usually cover travel and the first period of labour. Ask whether yours does, and what the hourly rate is after that.
How to compare quotes
- Ask whether loose or blown plaster will be removed or skimmed over
- For period homes, ask whether they work with lime
- Confirm floors and furniture will be protected and the room cleaned
- Ask how long to wait before painting
- Ask for photos of recent similar work
Compare what is included, not just the headline price. The cheapest quote often leaves out preparation, making good or certification.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why do plastering quotes vary so much?
Quotes differ in what they include: preparation, parts, making good, certification and guarantees. Ask for an itemised quote so you can compare like for like.
Do these prices include VAT?
Yes, the guide ranges include VAT. Always check whether a written quote is inclusive or exclusive of VAT.
Is it cheaper to book outside peak times?
Often, for planned work. Emergency and out-of-hours call-outs cost more at any time of year.
How long before I can paint new plaster?
A skim usually needs about a week to dry, longer in cold weather, and should look evenly pale. Use a diluted mist coat first.
Can new plaster go over old plaster?
If the old plaster is sound, it can be skimmed. Blown or loose plaster must be removed first.
What is blown plaster?
Plaster that has come away from the wall behind it. It sounds hollow when tapped and often cracks or bulges.
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