Plaster Repair & Restoration in Denver, CO
By blending traditional plaster techniques with a modern approach, we deliver durable, seamless repairs that restore your walls to their original beauty while honoring your home’s history
Historic Plaster Repair & Restoration
Older homes possess a unique character, and traditional plaster walls are a huge part of that original craftsmanship. Whether you want to preserve every inch of your historic walls or need an updated solution for a remodel, we tailor our approach entirely to your goals, budget, and preferences.
It’s not unusual for us to repair houses on the Historic Register.
Plaster Crack Repair & Lath Replacement
Over time, house settling, structural movement, and age can cause plaster walls and ceilings to develop unsightly stress cracks or soft, damaged spots. These cracks especially radiate out from windows and dooways.
Electrical & Plumbing Cutout Patching
Electrical rewiring, plumbing repairs, and panel upgrades often leave behind rough holes and channels in plaster walls.
We patch utility cutouts cleanly so your walls look completely untouched:
Custom Plaster Texture Matching & Skim Coating
Matching existing plaster textures is an art. Older plaster walls often feature hand-troweled patterns, heavy relief work, or subtle vintage finishes that modern spray textures cannot imitate.
And sometimes a wall needs smoothing out.
We focus on hand-matching custom plaster finishes and skim coating aged surfaces:
Water Damage Plaster Restoration
Roof leaks, burst pipes, and plumbing overflows can wreak havoc on plaster walls and ceilings. Unlike drywall, which softens quickly, wet plaster retains moisture, grows heavy, and can pull away from the underlying lath over time. Once the source of the leak is fixed and the structure is fully dried out, proper plaster restoration is essential to prevent sagging or future cracking.
We safely restore water-damaged plaster using a durable, multi-step process.
Frequesntly Asked Questions about Plaster Repair
Can you patch drywall into an existing plaster wall?
- Tying drywall patches into existing plaster is a very common and effective repair method, especially for plumbing or electrical cutouts. We secure backer framing or metal lath, fit the drywall flush, tape the joints, and feather multiple finish coats wide so the transition between the two materials is completely invisible.
Should I repair my original plaster or tear it down and replace it with drywall?
- In most cases, repairing existing plaster is faster, cleaner, and more cost-effective than a full tear-out. Plaster provides superior soundproofing, insulation, and historic character. However, if the plaster is extensively water-damaged or crumbling across an entire room, replacing sections with drywall or applying new plaster may be the practical choice. We can help evaluate your walls and recommend the best option for your budget.
How long does plaster take to dry before it can be painted?
- The plaster takes three days to fully cure and release moisture before painting. You can put fans on it to help it dry if need be.
How do you control dust during plaster repairs?
- Plaster work and sanding naturally generate fine dust, so site containment is built into our process. We mask off nearby doorways with plastic sheeting, lay down floor protection across walkways, and complete a thorough clean-up of the work area when the job is done.
A Characteristic Plaster Job
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