Homeowners and builders in Trulls Hatch 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.
Trulls Hatch sits within our core East Sussex coverage, alongside nearby communities like Three Leg Cross and Three Chimneys, all within a short drive of our Beckley base.
On a Trulls Hatch 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 Trulls Hatch and the wider East Sussex border pays off.
No two Trulls Hatch jobs are quite the same, which is why every Trulls Hatch quote for skimming is priced on what the property actually needs. Call 07850 161812 to arrange a visit, or a FaceTime walkthrough for smaller Trulls Hatch jobs.
Signs You Need Skimming in Trulls Hatch
- 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 Trulls Hatch
- 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 Trulls Hatch
- 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 Trulls Hatch FAQs
Yes, wallpaper should always be stripped back to bare plaster or masonry before skimming. Skimming over paper traps moisture, prevents the new plaster from bonding properly, and risks the finish cracking or lifting.
Get in touch with R Kenward Plastering Contractors now for a free, no-obligation quote on skimming in Trulls Hatch.
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