Swiftsden, East Sussex
Skimming Specialists Covering Swiftsden, East Sussex
Homeowners and builders in Swiftsden come to R Kenward Plastering Contractors for skimming, a thin coat, usually 2 to 3mm, trowelled over plasterboard or an existing base coat and worked to a hard, glass-smooth finish. It is one of the core services offered across East Sussex alongside the practice's specialist decorative finishes.
From our Beckley base we reach Swiftsden and the rest of East Sussex quickly, including neighbouring Strood and Seacox Heath.
On a Swiftsden job, apply the first coat evenly across the wall or ceiling. This is the step where the difference between a rushed job and a proper one really shows, and it is exactly where R Kenward Plastering Contractors' experience across Swiftsden and the wider East Sussex border pays off.
Whatever the size of the Swiftsden job, R Kenward Plastering Contractors brings the full range of services to Swiftsden, skimming included, alongside skimming, float and set, tacking, sticking, and the specialist decorative finishes for Swiftsden homes. Call 07850 161812 today.
Signs You Need Skimming in Swiftsden
- 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 Swiftsden
- 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 Swiftsden
- 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 Swiftsden FAQs
Where possible, clear the room or move furniture to the centre and away from walls. We bring dust sheets and protect flooring and fittings as standard, and can help shift heavier items on request.
Get in touch with R Kenward Plastering Contractors now for a free, no-obligation quote on skimming in Swiftsden.
Call 07850 161812Other Services in Swiftsden
The full range of plastering services available to Swiftsden, alongside skimming.
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