Lamberhurst, Kent
Local Skimming in Lamberhurst and the Surrounding Villages
Getting skimming right in Lamberhurst takes real experience, not just a trowel. R Kenward Plastering Contractors brings 25+ years of hands-on plastering experience to every job across Kent, the standard fix for tired, cracked, or discoloured walls, resetting the whole surface to new-build quality rather than patching problem areas.
From our Beckley base we reach Lamberhurst and the rest of Kent quickly, including neighbouring Linkhill and Little Bayham.
Lamberhurst jobs get exactly the same standard as work anywhere else across Kent. Mix plaster to the correct consistency for the substrate, and for Lamberhurst specifically that means factoring in the mix of period and newer properties typical of the area around Lamberhurst.
No two Lamberhurst jobs are quite the same, which is why every Lamberhurst quote for skimming is priced on what the property actually needs. Call 07850 161812 to arrange a visit, or a FaceTime walkthrough for smaller Lamberhurst jobs.
Signs You Need Skimming in Lamberhurst
- 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 Lamberhurst
- 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 Lamberhurst
- 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 Lamberhurst 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 Lamberhurst.
Call 07850 161812Other Services in Lamberhurst
The full range of plastering services available to Lamberhurst, alongside skimming.
Skimming Near Lamberhurst
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