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Plastering and Rendering in Dublin
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[Plastering] in Dublin
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- Covering 65 areas across 9 Dublin districts
- A price guide for every job
- What to check before you hire
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How plastering should be done
Good plastering depends on preparation: removing loose material, treating the background and using the right plaster for the wall. Period homes often have lime plaster that should be repaired with lime, while newer homes are mostly plasterboard with a gypsum skim. External render must suit the wall underneath so it doesn't trap moisture.
What usually 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
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
Plastering services and typical prices
- Skim Coat Plastering – typical cost €350–€900 per room
- Ceiling Repair and Replastering – typical cost €400–€1,500
- Plaster Repair – typical cost €150–€600
- Dry Lining and Plasterboarding – typical cost €600–€2,000 per room
- Lime Plastering – typical cost €1,000–€5,000
- Coving and Cornice Repair – typical cost €200–€1,500
Larger projects:
- Full House Replastering – Replastering or skimming every room, often after rewiring or during a renovation. (€6,000–€18,000)
- External Rendering – Rendering or re-rendering the outside of a house in sand and cement, silicone or lime render. (€6,000–€15,000)
- Period Plasterwork Restoration – Restoring decorative cornices, ceiling roses and lime plaster in period homes. (€3,000–€15,000)
See the full Plastering cost guide for how prices are worked out.
Plasterers across Dublin's 9 districts
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| District | Areas covered |
|---|---|
| North Dublin City | Artane, Cabra, Clontarf, Coolock, Drumcondra, East Wall, Fairview, Glasnevin, Phibsborough, Stoneybatter |
| Dublin North Coast | Raheny, Baldoyle, Donaghmede, Howth, Sutton, Portmarnock, Malahide |
| North County Dublin | Swords, Lusk, Rush, Skerries |
| Dublin 15 | Blanchardstown, Castleknock, Mulhuddart, Ongar, Hansfield, Ashtown |
| West Dublin & Leixlip | Chapelizod, Palmerstown, Lucan, Leixlip, Adamstown, Clondalkin |
| South West Dublin | Tallaght, Citywest, Firhouse, Knocklyon, Ballyboden, Templeogue, Walkinstown, Kimmage, Rathfarnham, Terenure |
| South Dublin City | Ballsbridge, Donnybrook, Sandymount, Ranelagh, Rathgar, Harold's Cross, Churchtown, Dundrum |
| Dún Laoghaire & South Coast | Blackrock, Booterstown, Monkstown, Dún Laoghaire, Dalkey, Killiney |
| Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock | Mount Merrion, Stillorgan, Goatstown, Sandyford, Cherrywood, Cabinteely, Foxrock, Deansgrange |
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Frequently Asked Questions
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.
Should old houses be plastered with lime?
Usually, yes. Lime lets solid walls breathe, while gypsum and cement can trap moisture in older walls.
How much does a plasterer cost in Dublin?
It depends on the job. Our plastering cost guide lists typical Dublin prices for each service, from €350–€900 per room for skim coat plastering upwards.
Which areas do you cover?
All 65 areas across Dublin's nine districts: North Dublin City, Dublin North Coast, North County Dublin, Dublin 15, West Dublin & Leixlip, South West Dublin, South Dublin City, Dún Laoghaire & South Coast, Stillorgan, Sandyford & Foxrock.
How Emergency Trade Works
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