How Do You Apply Plaster To Ceilings?
Applying plaster on a ceiling can be a messy endeavor, however, virtually anyone can complete the task. Depending on your desired look, there are many ways in which plaster can be applied. The most common is to have it sprayed on, however, that’s for another discussion. Here we will cover how to apply plaster on a ceiling the old-fashioned way: with a trowel and putty knife. Here’s a few tips. Cover your floor and furniture with a drop cloth or plastic to ensure the area below does not become caked with plaster or dust. Have a vacuum handy and periodically suck up dust and debris. Tape the wall / ceiling seams. You don’t want plaster getting on your walls. To make sure this doesn’t happen, simply apply a run of masking tape around the perimeter of the walls. The top of the tape should be level with the ceiling. Inspect your ceiling to make sure the drywall or plywood is smooth. If it is not, lightly sand rough spots. When your ceiling is cleaned of debris, cover any joints with drywall
