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Last updated: 6 August 2021
Can you plaster over paint and wallpaper?
Can you plaster over paint and wallpaper?
Question: Can you plaster over wallpaper?
The answer is no. You should strip off the wallpaper first. Jason Webb, A J W Painting Contractors Ltd, Surrey
No never plaster over wallpaper, even if the wallpaper is hard to get off. Sean Saunders, Sean Saunders Painting & Decorating, Dorset
You can't plaster over wallpaper. Paul Bradley, P Bradley Plumbing and Heating, Liskeard
Question: Can you plaster over paint?
Yes, as long as you're plastering onto a well-stuck paint - but you must test it first!
To make sure your paint is well-stuck: use a thinned coat of PVA adhesive. Leave it to dry then apply a thicker coat. When it's tacky you can then apply the plaster.
Always test that you're applying your plaster onto a clean and sound surface.
Wayne De Wet, Wayne De Wet, Norfolk
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