Plastering a Room Cost UK 2026

Plastering a typical 12–15 m² UK living room costs £350–£900 in 2026. Skim coat over plasterboard is cheapest; full re-plaster on brick is double. Always allow 3–4 weeks before painting.

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Typical UK price range: £350–£1,300. Typical time: 1–3 days.

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Job type Skim coat Full re-plaster K-Rend external Silicone render Pebbledash removal

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Region London South East South West Midlands North of England Scotland Wales Northern Ireland

Specification level Basic / standard Mid-range Premium / high-end

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Scaffolding £600–£1,800 Corner beads & prep £100–£350 Mist coat + paint £250–£800

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Key points

• Skim coat: £18–£30/m² of wall
• Full re-plaster: £30–£60/m² (twice the skim cost)
• Typical living room: 35–50 m² wall + ceiling
• Dries enough to mist-coat in 5–7 days, fully cures in 4 weeks

Cost breakdown

Item	Low	High
Skim coat 12 m² living room	£350	£600
Re-plaster 12 m² living room	£700	£1,300
Ceiling skim	£150	£300
Beading + corners	£60	£200

Cost by UK region

Region	Typical cost
London	£1,113
South East	£1,031
South West	£907
Midlands	£825
North England	£742
Scotland	£783
Wales	£742

How to save money

• Plaster the ceiling at the same time — cheap add-on
• Mist coat (50/50 water + paint) before topcoat
• Don't use vinyl matt straight away — needs breathable mist coat first

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FAQs

How long does plaster take to dry?

Surface dry: 24–48 hours. Ready for mist coat: 5–7 days. Fully cured: 4 weeks.

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