Homeowners and builders in Wissenden 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.
Russ Kenward covers Wissenden and the surrounding East Sussex area on the same local round that takes in Wilsley Green, Wilsley Pound and the towns around them.
Wissenden jobs get exactly the same standard as work anywhere else across East Sussex. Mix plaster to the correct consistency for the substrate, and for Wissenden specifically that means factoring in the mix of period and newer properties typical of the area around Wissenden.
Homeowners and builders across Wissenden choose R Kenward Plastering Contractors for skimming because the quote is fixed, the work is tidy, and the finish is right first time. Call 07850 161812 to book a free Wissenden survey.
Signs You Need Skimming in Wissenden
- 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 Wissenden
- 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 Wissenden
- 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 Wissenden FAQs
We carry public liability insurance for all work undertaken. Full policy details are available on request when you get in touch.
Get in touch with R Kenward Plastering Contractors now for a free, no-obligation quote on skimming in Wissenden.
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