Lath and plaster ceilings and walls were a hallmark of homes built from the 1700s to the early 1900s. And if you live in a period home, they could well be hiding in plain sight. If unsure, there are a ...

Flaking and cracking plaster are relatively minor maintenance items, but when the plaster starts to sag or "belly" out from a ceiling, it indicates deeper problems that require your full attention If ...

One of the cardinal considerations in building structures and masonry in general is how to set a smooth, sound and moisture-free plastered surface. This guarantees the substrate (surface) resistance ...