Quality plastering is decided before the first sheet is hung — framing plane, board selection, joint staging and finish level matched to how the room will be lit and painted.
We review wet areas, fire cells and acoustic partitions against plans before mobilising. Framing protrusions and deflection get raised with the builder early — burying them under board creates shadows no compound fully removes under raking light.
Board goes up to manufacturer fix schedules. MR zones are marked. Control joints sit where movement is expected. Setting runs in stages with dry time between coats — rushed sand-through shows after paint within weeks.
Painters receive dust-free surfaces and notes on sealer where porous compounds or dark colours apply. Commercial jobs align set stages with inspection windows; occupied renovations sequence room by room to keep essential areas usable.
Success is measured at handover without callbacks — correct board for the room, adequate cure, reinforced corners, and finish promises that match the substrate you actually have.
Documentation on commercial work can include photos of fire-rated joints, MR board in wet areas and stage completion dates. Builders use these records for certifier packs; residential clients receive equivalent care without unnecessary paperwork.
Scope Clarity
Board types, finish levels and programme agreed before linings start.
Framing Check
Plane and alignment reviewed against intended finish level.
Staged Setting
Proper dry times between coats — no rushed sand-through defects.
Handover Ready
Surfaces dust-free and labelled for painter primer requirements.
Documented Hold Points
Fire-rated joints, wet area transitions and commercial bulkheads are photographed when builders need certifier evidence. Residential clients receive the same care without unnecessary paperwork.
Specification on Site
Manufacturer data sheets and project specifications travel with the crew lead. Substitutions are not made silently — variations are discussed before board type changes affect certification.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should plastering start on a new build?
Plasterboard hang typically follows approved electrical and plumbing rough-in. Premature lining before inspections risks pierce-and-fix rework through finished board. We align ceiling and wall release with your builder lock-up programme.
What happens if framing is out of plane?
We report framing tolerance issues before board conceals them. Finish level determines acceptable plane — Level 5 cannot hide structural bow. Builders correct framing or accept adjusted finish expectations before set work continues.
How many set coats are applied?
Jointing runs in stages per manufacturer guidance — tape and bedding coats, fill coats and sand between stages with adequate dry time. Rushing sand through uncured compound produces surface defects visible after paint.
Do you coordinate with painters?
Handover surfaces are dust-free. Areas requiring sealer before dark colours or gloss paint are noted. Finish level on the quote matches what painters should expect — reducing disputes at decoration stage.
Are fire-rated joints inspected before concealment?
Where the fire engineer or building surveyor requires evidence, hold points occur before joints are fully concealed. Photographic records support certifier packs on commercial and multi-unit work.