Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been tagged as “lath and plaster”
The following is a modified excerpt from the FAQ section at the end of my little book about working with lath and plaster ceilings….. (search for lath and plaster on amazon or click on the image of the book… ) A question I’ve been asked a lot is……. Can I remove the ceiling but leave the cornice in place? And the answer is: yes, you can remove the ceiling and leave the cornice or coving in place with a little bit of skill and a good dollop of luck. You’ll just need to …
Uh oh….. you’ve got a period lath and plaster ceiling that needs some ‘love’ hmm? I’ve been working with lath and plaster for more than 30 years so read on and learn what you can do to get years more life out of your plasterwork and what to do if it’s beyond economic repair. (p.s. if you want to remove your lath and plaster ceiling, you can head over to the “How to Take Down Lath and Plaster Ceilings” page instead). Most people agree that traditional lath and plaster ceilings …
Uh oh…..so you’ve got a period lath and plaster ceiling that needs to come down hmm? Luckily, it’s not all bad news, but I won’t lie to you, it can be hard work and very messy! That said, taking down a lath and plaster ceiling is an perfectly possible DIY project, even for relative beginners. Taking lath and plaster down should arguably be a last resort though, (if you want to repair your lath and plaster ceiling, follow the link to the “How to Repair Lath and Plaster Ceilings” page …
