Skimming is one of the services most requested across Smallbridge 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.
Smallbridge sits within our core Kent coverage, alongside nearby communities like Silver Hill and Swiftsden, all within a short drive of our Beckley base.
Old textured or Artex ceilings you want brought back to flat and new plasterboard that needs its finishing coat before decoration are two of the most common reasons Smallbridge homeowners get in touch about skimming. Whatever the starting point in Smallbridge, the same fixed, no-obligation quote applies to every Smallbridge job before any work is booked.
Skimming in Smallbridge is booked the same way as every other job on our books, a free Smallbridge quote first, then a fixed price for the Smallbridge work with no surprises. Call 07850 161812 to arrange your Smallbridge visit.
Signs You Need Skimming in Smallbridge
- 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 Smallbridge
- 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 Smallbridge
- 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 Smallbridge FAQs
Cost depends on the room size, wall condition, and which service you need, from a straightforward skim to a specialist finish like Tadelakt or polished plaster. We provide free, no-obligation quotes after seeing the job, either in person or via a FaceTime walkthrough.
Get in touch with R Kenward Plastering Contractors now for a free, no-obligation quote on skimming in Smallbridge.
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