Should coving be put up before or after plastering?

Always install coving once the room has been plastered and has been allowed to dry. Our [expert advice guide](https://www.checkatrade.com/blog/ask-a-trade/should-coving-be-put-up-before-or-after-plastering/) goes into all the detail.

If you’re a confident DIY-er, there’s nothing stopping you [fitting lightweight, basic coving yourself](https://www.checkatrade.com/blog/how-to/fit-coving/). However, many homeowners prefer to leave it to a coving specialist for a neat, lasting result to avoid uneven joins or cracking.

How to find skilled tradespeople for coving in [location]?

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Find Coving Specialists in Southall

Coving is a great way to elevate the look of a room. But achieving a crack-free, even finish? There’s where a coving specialist comes in.

Read on for everything you need to know about finding and hiring experienced coving installers in Southall.

Rather we do the searching for you? Try our quick request a quote feature and we’ll put you in touch with coving specialists covering your local area.

How much does coving cost in Southall?

Expect to pay between £233 and £529 , with an average cost of £349.

Tip: Want to learn more about coving prices? Our coving cost guide has all the details.

What affects the price of coving installation?

Costs for coving installation in the UK depend on:

The room size
The material – Lightweight polystyrene, or heavier and more durable wood and plaster are all options
The profile you choose – Basic standard coving vs ornate plaster cornice can impact the cost
Whether old coving needs removing first
Complexity of fitting – Fiddly corners or very high ceilings will add onto the install time

Do I need a specialist or can a general decorator fit coving?

While some general decorators may offer coving installation, a coving specialist or plasterer gives the best finish. This is especially the case for plaster coving or ornate profiles.

Is it better to have coving or not?

Coving can do wonders for tidying up the wall-to-ceiling join in older homes or rooms with uneven edges. It’s equally a great way to customise your new build.

What is a modern alternative to coving?

If you’re after a modern-look, avoid anything too ornate and opt for shadow gap trims, square-edge mouldings, or a clean flush plaster finish.

These options create a minimalist, contemporary look while still giving that neat finish.

Is coving old-fashioned in the UK?

While traditional ornate styles certainly suit period properties, there’s plenty of simple coving options for more modern homes.

Why use Checkatrade?

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Yes, for standard rooms with straightforward shapes, a coving installer can often complete supply and fit in a single day.

However, if you’re taking on a large or complex install with intricate designs, it will most likely be over a day.

Always install coving once the room has been plastered and has been allowed to dry. Our expert advice guide goes into all the detail.

Yes, polystyrene coving is lightweight, budget-friendly and easier to fit.

Meanwhile, plaster coving gives a more solid, premium finish and is often preferred in traditional or period properties. However, plaster coving takes more skill and time, which is why it works out more expensive.

Yes, after installation, coving usually needs priming (especially plaster coving), then painting to match walls and ceiling.

Many coving specialists offer painting as an additional service once the coving is fitted. It’s always worth checking in advance if you don’t fancy taking on the painting yourself.

If you’re a confident DIY-er, there’s nothing stopping you fitting lightweight, basic coving yourself.

However, many homeowners prefer to leave it to a coving specialist for a neat, lasting result to avoid uneven joins or cracking.

To help you find checked and reviewed tradespeople for coving in Southall, consider these tips:

Read online reviews to determine their reputation and quality of work
Verify their public liability insurance, so you know they’re covered against any potential accidents or damages
Get multiple quotes from at least three tradespeople so you can compare prices and services
Use Checkatrade and hire one of our approved members that have undergone up to 12 checks so that you can hire with confidence

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