Skimming is one of the services most requested across Horsmonden and Kent. A skim coat is the thin, final layer of plaster that turns a rough or patched wall into a smooth, paint-ready surface. R Kenward Plastering Contractors has been doing exactly this since 2009, with 5.0 rating from 11 google reviews.
We look after homes and businesses throughout Horsmonden in Kent, and regularly work in neighbouring areas such as Johns Cross and Hill Top.
Older Horsmonden properties sometimes still have original lath and plaster or lime-based walls, which need a different approach to a modern gypsum job. We assess the Horsmonden wall build-up on-site before recommending the right system for that particular Horsmonden property, a thin coat, usually 2 to 3mm, trowelled over plasterboard or an existing base coat and worked to a hard, glass-smooth finish.
Ready to book skimming in Horsmonden? R Kenward Plastering Contractors offers a free, no-obligation quote for Horsmonden properties, either in person or via FaceTime for smaller jobs. Call 07850 161812 to get started in Horsmonden.
Signs You Need Skimming in Horsmonden
- Hairline cracks reappearing after every repaint
- Rough or uneven walls that show shadows under angled light
- Old textured or Artex ceilings you want brought back to flat
- New plasterboard that needs its finishing coat before decoration
- Patchy, powdery, or flaking plaster on older walls
Why Choose Us in Horsmonden
- 25+ years of hands-on skimming experience, trading as R Kenward Plastering Contractors since 2009
- 5.0 rating from 11 Google reviews
- Clean, dust-managed working practice, floors and furniture protected throughout
- Free, no-obligation quotes with the option of a FaceTime walkthrough before booking
Our Skimming Process in Horsmonden
- 1
Survey the surface and prep: dust down, seal porous patches, and protect flooring and fittings
- 2
Mix plaster to the correct consistency for the substrate
- 3
Apply the first coat evenly across the wall or ceiling
- 4
Apply a second thin coat while the first is still workable, then trowel to a smooth, flat finish
- 5
Final polish pass with water and trowel once the plaster has taken up, leaving a hard, paint-ready surface
Skimming in Horsmonden FAQs
Plastering is the general term for the whole process of coating a wall or ceiling, which can include a base coat plus a skim. Skimming specifically refers to the final thin, smooth finishing layer applied over plasterboard or a base coat.
Get in touch with R Kenward Plastering Contractors now for a free, no-obligation quote on skimming in Horsmonden.
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