Professional Plastering & Skimming in Basildon, Essex
Looking for expert plasterers in Basildon and nearby areas? Essex Maintenance Solutions provides professional plastering and skimming services for new plasterboard, existing walls and ceilings. We create smooth, clean surfaces ready for painting, wallpapering or decorating.
Plastering can cover several jobs, including plasterboarding, repairs, patching and finishing. On this page, our main focus is skimming — applying a thin, fine topcoat of plaster to create a smooth and even finish.
What Is Skimming?
Skimming involves spreading a thin layer of finishing plaster over a solid base, such as plasterboard or existing plaster. Because the coat is thin, the surface must be prepared properly before plaster is applied.
We usually prepare the surface with one or two coats of PVA adhesive, then apply the skim coat once the surface is ready. Our plasterers carefully trowel the finish to create a strong, smooth surface suitable for painting and decorating or wallpapering.
Skimming Over Artex
If you have artex ceilings, we can prepare and re-skim them where the existing artex is solid and not too heavily textured. This can be a practical way to modernise ceilings without full removal, giving the room a fresher and smoother appearance.
Transform your home with professional plastering and skimming services in Basildon and surrounding Essex areas. Contact Essex Maintenance Solutions today for a free quote and honest advice.
Plastering & Skimming in Basildon, Essex and Nearby Areas
