Plastering Full-Time

Plastering - what's it all about? Plasterers mix and apply plaster to walls and ceilings of buildings to provide a smooth or decorative finish. A plasterer will also produce ornamental plasterwork such as ceiling roses, cornices and columns. What skills and qualities do I need? Observant with a good eye for detail The ability to work well individually and as part of a team Good communication skills What would I learn at College? How to use plastering tools and equipment e.g. trowel and hand board Discover the origin of plaster How to prepare walls and ceilings of prior to applying plaster How to apply sand/cement and lighweight plaster to various backgrounds How to create and fix fibrous plasterwork such as dado rails and ceiling centres How to apply external render and floor screed The various types of plasterboard that are available and how to prepare them for internal surfaces. There is also the opportunity to visit a local plasterboard plant to see how the products are manufactured