What Plaster To Use And When To Use It (Plastering Tips For Beginners)

[@stuartwhelan393]

Many thanks for the tutorials, you’re a brilliant teacher, and it’s a very generous thing that you do, passing on your knowledge like you do. Best wishes

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thanks my friend and it's not a problem. I'm glad you're finding it useful. Cheers 👍

[@jackwardley3626]

was the difference between thistle bonding and thistle undercoat

[@kevinwinter6142]

Hi mate as you know we have spoke before and I have been plastering for 35 years as you know, Now this goes out to all fellow plasterers, Now have you ever been stitched up on a job where the client will not pay ? take this from an old codger like me you do no more you go down to BP garage fill up a can with diesel go back and say ('ive just got to seal the wall') then paint that diesel over the wall and leave, they cant paint it cant wallpaper it cant artex nothing the only way to solve the problem is to take it all off right back to brick, the diesel soaks back to brick and you are the one laughing not them lol, good job mate keep spreading.

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Ha mate this is an amazing tip. I didn't have a clue about this one! I hope the opportunity doesn't arise but if someone doesn't pay up then I'll know exactly what to do! Great hearing from you again pal. Cheers 👍

[@kevinwinter6142]

@@PlasteringForBeginners Re Diesel You cant even Re plaster it, it has to come off, also I think it applies to render too, I've never had it happen to me but there are people out there, glad to give some advice.

[@solb101]

Won’t that put them at risk of burning the house down?

[@m101ist]

​@@solb101it's a fire risk, don't do this.

[@Florin_Bolocan]

It is a pleasure to watch your videos. Chapeau! For your patience, diligence and positive attitude 🤗

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Haha thank you!! All the best my friend

[@arifmunshi6833]

Great video. Many thanks. Cleared up a lot of things that British gypsum don't make clear on their products.

[@ep91monster]

Another top video here mate. Straight to the point for the absolute beginners. I will agree with the other lads, best plastering channel on KZbin by far!

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thank you so much mate. I appreciate the support from everyone so thanks again. It's a cracking group we've got! Cheers

[@MarcusT86]

Best plastering channel on KZbin back again!

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Ha thank you Marcus mate. I really appreciate that pal 👍

[@MarcusT86]

Plastering For Beginners - I’ve finally watched it mate. Some observations and questions! 1) - Why do they prefer to use plasterboard for walls now instead of classic hard wall? 2) - So when it comes to filling out the chases left by the plumber and electrician to conceal pipework and wiring, use bonding coat? 3) - You may have already explained this in another vid but is it possible to do a video on the best cement render mixes and ratios, best mixing method, when to use each mix and ratio, etc? Thanks for the videos mate. Btw, as per my email I sent last week, this Friday is pay day!

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Hi mate! It's just a faster way of doing it (and also slightly cheaper), which means it's taking Providence over the traditional way of doing things. Yes mate, Bonding is the one for any chases left behind and I'll try and get a video sorted soon for render mixes. Not a problem about payday - just send and email when you get it sorted my friend. Cheers Marcus, speak soon pal 👍

[@MarcusT86]

Plastering For Beginners - you’re the best mate. Not just the best maker of plastering vids, but one of the most top, nicest KZbin personalities on here! 👍🏼

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Cheers mate 👍

[@nasarmalik9035]

Proper professional video tutorial for beginners like me. I learnt a lot from this video and I feel much more comfortable tacking my job and his tutorials are a must to sign up to. 👍🏽👍🏽

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thank you mate. I really appreciate that 👍

[@flatcap6263]

Hi blame, can you cover air tightness in a video and the dot a dab implications on loss of heat and drafts into the home if not done properly?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Very interesting subject! I'll get on it if I get an opportunity. Thank you for the suggestion!

[@patriciaf.v.8889]

I love your videos. Thank you so much for explaining all the differences!

[@armoris66]

I'm not a true plasterer (bathroom n kitchen fitter by trade) I've just had a go at walls and ceilings over the years and love to when I get the chance. These plastering vids you produce are simply the best I've come across for content and your explations spot on; I always learn somthing new. I have a kitchen to fit next and look forward to half the wall falling down when I strip it 😏. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK! 👍🏾

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thank you mate - it's brilliant to hear your kind words and I'm glad that you're finding it useful! It's makes my job a lot easier - keep up the plastering and well done 👍

[@Dawgley]

if Inuse bonding plaster do i still need to use a finish coat plaster?

[@wlodekkapeluch5887]

Thank you for taking your time to explain

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thank you for watching!

[@obviouslytwo4u]

I had no idea about plastering until I watch this video painfully I've watched others which I'm not as simplified as this one well explained and get straight to the point. Ive subscribed. B

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thank you my friend! It's great to hear that you find it useful. Cheers 👍

[@rebeccafritz1831]

My husband built a range hood with plywood, I want to plaster over it, should I use bonding plaster? What steps should I take to help it adhere better? Thanks for your help. Great video!

[@paulfleming1107]

Your subscribers are growing and growing just shows that the videos your doing are very good and your presentation is constructive and people are enjoying them well done 👍 again mate

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thanks a lot Paul I really appreciate that pal. Great to have your support - hope you're well and thanks again!

[@NovaRae66]

Oh maaaan, you have no idea how much your video helped me out today ! Thank you kindly for taking the time to help out us beginners 🙌 It’s my first time renovating my own home without any guy/help and of course I chose to do a plaster design on an accent wall.. I’ve already made a couple mistakes and that before even starting to plaster ☺️and I have to go and get multi and bonding .. I have to check the plaster I bought. Have no idea what I got I just grabbed a couple boxes thinking it was all the same….nervous Nellie lol

[@gameaccount1612]

I'm not even in the trade and I enjoy watching an informative video like this. Keep up the good work !

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thanks mate!

[@rickpalmer3340]

Hello Blaine, many thanks for your excellent videos. I have a damp chimney breast - in lime plaster- in a pre 1900 house. The source of the dampness has been fixed. I now need to re plaster. Please can you refer me to any of your videos which deal with re plastering old lime plastering or recommend the products I need to use?

[@jb7391]

Great video, what type of plaster/skim to use after removing wall paper ? ThAnks In advance

[@Steinbrecher003]

Hi so i want to create faux stone walls and not use wire mesh and cement. What would i apply to the drywall before application? What kind of plaster would you use for troweling rocks and rough wall shapes? What would you use after to seal it to prevent chipping and cracking?

[@jacksondee4554]

Quality channel ..Wheres the lime plaster for older period properties so the old masonry walls can breathe ? Can you/should you use gypsum Hardwall on this type of background?

[@poolball888]

How about doing a video on how to flatten a wall with humps and hollows with bonding before skimming? Love the channel. Keep up the good work

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Good suggestion - I'll bear it in mind for the future. Thanks for the heads up mate!

[@lincolnlee6595]

Would love to see that too

[@RyanTurner-i9b]

Hi thanks for the video. Can u finish with bonding??

[@aleksandrk9703]

Thanks for the video. Can you comment about addition of lime to gypsum plaster. I've heard it makes it harder and has no negative repercussions.

[@theoioannou5259]

You are a fantastic teacher

[@brendansherlock6442]

So what's joint compound / skim coat in all the usages? Would it be considered Finishing?

[@robthebuilder.1128]

Hi mate. Great videos. IAM a restoration builder. We do up old properties. I've been using bonding coat for years now as a finish plaster. Great plaster will stick to everything. And gives a nice slightly grainy finish, perfect for older house's. You can get a nice finish with it and speed skim and sponge finish and trowel up with ox flexi. Plus it can go on thick or thin depending on the State of the wall. One coat sponge finish using speed skim is my method. You're thoughts would be grateful. Great vids. Thanks 😊. Rob...

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Mate this is very interesting... I'll have to give it a go. Thanks fur the heads up!!

[@damo778]

This confirmed I bought the right plaster for my bare brick wall. I would always want a solid plaster on a brick wall an so should every body else. Thanks for the very informative vid 👍

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Too true my friend 👍

[@MrJimtimslim]

Great channel. I'm a decorator that does the odd bit here an there. Got the basics but great to have the tops fro people that know like yourself. Liked and subed

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Good man and thank you for watching - I'm glad you found it useful! Thanks again for watching 👍

[@BiggRuss1000]

Hi there, have you ever used BG sound coat plus? I've got a noisy party wall with my neighbors, dot and dab over breeze blocks I'm guessing. Thinking of striping off the dot and dab, applying sound coat, but not sure if I can add multi finish over sound coat. It says soundcoat is mainly used before dot and dab finish

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

I'll be completely honest mate, I've never used it so I couldn't say. Sorry pal!

[@BiggRuss1000]

@@PlasteringForBeginners no worries mate,. Thanks for the reply

[@kingmonkey88]

Great explanation. Always found the different plaster types really confusing. Most of us won't need to do a full plaster but need to fix shoddy plaster jobs. Can you do a video on fixing big gaps between plasterboard and fixing cracks?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thanks mate and I'll look into it. Cheers matey 👍

[@francesgibbs3382]

thanks for this. one question: is it okay to use multifinish on lime plaster ceilings?

[@raj080288]

Hi Blaine, this is a very helpful video. I have a breeze block wall that is plastered without plasterboards and is slightly off near the skirting boards, leaving a gap behind them. Currently the builders have just used filler behind this which looks ugly. Would I be correct in saying that I could use bonding to even out the uneven part of the wall followed by a multifinish or easy fill 60?

[@charlesschmidtke8427]

So are you using Portland cement for your sand mix? Re plastering the entire interior of our new 160 year old home. Thanks for your videos.

[@dooovde]

Exactly what I was looking to learn...much appreciated

[@Gr33nRach]

Would you ever use damp resistant plaster?

[@DavideAnastasia]

How about old houses with lime plaster?

[@m101ist]

I think you should use lime plaster, like for like, especially if it a stone wall, if not hack it all off and replaster it with gypsum plaster. I don't know if you can plaster over lime plaster.

[@DRJMF1]

Thistle gypsum GYROC DRY WALL ADHESIVE is very sticky so wont sag. Have you used this as a plaster ? I know it used to stick plasterboard. Thanks for the video.

[@anthonykenny1120]

Thanks for posting,, well explained,, didn't know hardwall could be applied straight to a block wall. 👍👍

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Not a problem, hope it's helped!

[@cerrinorth9015]

What plaster do u use for a kitchen ceiling that has artex on it ? And how do u mix it and what tools would I need please I need to do something with my kitchen ceiling before I smash the house up sorry council are crap also do u know how much it would cost ?

[@Cinematlczx]

Good to see some good plasterers are still out there 👍🏻

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Cheers mate!!

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Cheers mate!!

[@m.o.2085]

Hi mate. What would you use for a thin touch up of walls after removal of wallpaper with lots of chipped paint beneath, Multi finish, Easyfil or something else?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

I'd use Easyfill for little touch up jobs like that pal!

[@m.o.2085]

@@PlasteringForBeginners Thanks!

[@maciejmagic8075]

Amazing 👏 That gave me a quick knowledge tips 👌 Many thanks from South West 💪

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Not a problem. Thank you for watching!

[@asadalitruth]

Watched plenty of plastering videos left me even more confused lol yours made alot of sense so been out brought some tools for the job wish me luck 👍

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thanks pal. Good luck with your plastering 👌

[@riadhdeb8961]

Great video. Do you have to key before using Multifinsh over Bonding or Har Wall?

[@leeferguson2140]

Just a quick one. Should you let hardwall completely dry or get on it whilst it’s still damp?

[@purplemonkeydishwasher5269]

Great video. So many products, its easy to get lost.

[@lalala-lt8fe]

Could you please make some videos about decorative plaster?

[@jimh4072]

Blaine, just signed up for your online course. Love these videos, everything is well explained and you make it look achievable for a beginner. Can’t wait until I move house so I can try my hand at this, I have only done small sections so far but would love to tackle a whole room!

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thank you my friend! Let me know how you get on - I hope you enjoy it!

[@leoncleancut]

@cleancutrenovationspecialistltd

[@jordancorey]

How soon after you apply the hardwall can you plaster over it andvehen do you need to apply pva to it

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Hi mate. Usually wait about 3 and a half hours - you're good to go after that 👍

[@EppingForest304]

Great information 👍 I’m going to try using Hardwall

[@nigelstout934]

Be nice to be able to get any multi at moment

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Haha I feel your pain pal 👍

[@RAM335D]

What's best to fill in cracks on internal walls ie.in a house where the walls have got plaster on them but some off the wall is down to the original brick or concrete not just little dabs but for instance meter holes I would think it would be hard wall ??

[@lincolnlee6595]

Hi Blaine, Back in the day I used to see plasterers using Carlite. Do you know which of the plasters around today replaced it?

[@5e34nut]

Carlite was just another brand name thsts stop trading Its now knauf or British Gypsum who the manufacturer and supplier of the powder based plastering systems

[@raytrenowden1312]

Hi blaine thanks for the videos really helpful. I've been having a go sorting my dining room. Plaster has come off back to brick ... I've used thistle undercoat to patch a few feet square on one wall but thinking I should have used hardwall after seeing this? I've got a whole wall to do next advice would be appreciated. Thanks

[@DavidJones-ie1qp]

Hi there... Quick question. Can I use bonding plaster on ply wood? Or can you suggest what I could use? Much thanks.

[@leebrown5090]

I second that Marcus well done to that man !!!

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Ha thank you Lee. I really appreciate that pal. Cheers 🍻

[@georgebruce2165]

Brilliant video m8 . I'm still learning thanks to your videos. I'm used to taping and filling . But much prefer the finish. 2 things in struggling with. One is weeks after I did around a front door I cannow see the mesh of the corner bead shining through. Also a video on how to do rounds from ceiling to wall would be great also. Keep the vids coming bud. All the best

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Hi mate! Thanks for the support pal - was it a standard corner bead? It might have been fitted wrong which can sometimes lead to the wing of the bead sitting higher than the plaster. It's a bit of a bitch when it happens so I'm sorry to hear that pal. I'll try and get a curve video sorted soon by the way. Cheers and thanks again for the support!

[@georgebruce2165]

@@PlasteringForBeginners thanks alot for your reply m8. The vid would be great. As for the beads the only thing I had were plastic ones which I found to be a ball ache . To fix

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Not a problem mate. I try to avoid the plastic beads for finishing because they can be a pain. Hope it works out next time pal. Cheers!

[@alvinadesir5801]

So much appreciation, for sharing your knowledge... Doing diy around my studio flat, and a little gypsum here, skimming there... loving learning, new things, especially when you cant afford someone to come in and wave a wond for you... even better when you get your hands dirty and push yourself to doing things through covid, you may not otherwise learn and enjoy, thank you 😘

[@saphone9758]

Can you paint sand-cement plaster?

[@ryanmacrae5212]

Hi. I have done a little bit of plastering and I am about to plaster a very old in even brick wall but there is an old timber door frame in the middle of the wall which has been bricked up. Am I ok to hardwall over the top of it? I will be applying 2 coats of multi finish. And advice would be great thanks.

[@KASmonkeys]

Thanks for video - very helpful - Dot and dab is very bad for soundproofing to note! :)

[@matthewwhitelock3247]

What to do if a plasterer has left his second coat of sand and cement without doing the scratches for the first plaster coat? It's been a few days since it was done so has dried. I'm going to attempt to do it myself as its only a small bit of wall in the porch. Thanks

[@jaros197]

Hi Blaine, great videos. Thank you very much. Learning a lot from you. What do you do with very uneven plasterboard joints on the walls/ceilings. I have some but joints standing proud quite a lot(10mm or so) . I guess I have to cut the plasterboards back to make them even and fill it and tape it?Could you advise please what to do and what plaster to use? Many thanks

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Hi mate, thanks for the support! It's tough when that happens - I usually build any low spots with British Gypsum Bonding to try and even the areas out a bit. That's what I would do my friend 👍

[@jaros197]

@@PlasteringForBeginners thank you very much for your reply. I'll try that. Cheers

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

No worries pal 👍

[@djk1731]

Thank you so much for the tutorials, i have an old cottage over 100 years old, some of the plaster has come away from the brick work should lime based products be used.. Many thanks Brilliant

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Hi mate. It sounds like lime based products would be the best shout my friend 👍

[@raymondscat]

Hi Blaine, Many Thanks for this Video. What plaster would you use on sand and cement render and how would you prep it ?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Not a problem mate - prep with lots of PVA and use British Gypsum Multi Finish. Be careful because it does suck in a lot faster on sand/cement render but it's beautiful to work with 👍

[@onefortheroad1]

Is hardwall the same as browning?

[@dominikadamus5053]

Regarding thistle hard wall plaster - how many coats can I lay as there is up to 2.2cm difference in some places?

[@haghiac23]

Excellent guide video!

[@andychapman3100]

Hi. Just looked at this brilliant video, but I still have a question. What plaster should I use for small area of plasterboard which I've cut cut in on existing ceiling? There are so many on the market apart from the MultiFinish you mention / Board Finish / Finishing Plaster and even one called 'One Coat'. Area less than one square meter! Thanks

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

It doesn't really mater for a patch like that - Board Finish would be fine. It's that or use a filter like British Gypsum Easyfill which would be better for blending into existing. But to not confuse things, Board Finish is fine pal 👍

[@andychapman3100]

​ @Plastering For Beginners Thanks for reply and clarifying 'Board Finish'. 👍Given what you've said though - may go for the 'Easi-fill' - as I can then use rest around the house making good for decorating. Only drawback more expensive :(

[@richiehall4832]

Hi Blaine What’s the best plaster for filling in chases to an external cavity wall in a lounge

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

It's probably best to use Bonding followed by Easyfill mate. It's a lot more flexible that standard plaster 👍

[@MsFated]

Can i use multi finish over old paint?

[@amblernectar]

Really helpful video, cheers for taking the time to make it.

[@pizzaboy3946]

Very informative and useful video, many thanks!

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thank you pal!

[@james20620]

Hi, is there another type finish to sand and cement other than a sponge, great video by the way .

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Hi mate. Yes you can trowel it flat which removes any aggregate from sitting on the surface. This provides a much smoother finish. Hope this helps matey!

[@KNBNVK]

So bonding for filling random holes?

[@charliechimples]

Brilliant vid once again. Is it possible to plaster over a painted stone stipple effect wall? If so would bond be the correct for the base coat? 🐵

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Hi mate! Yes I'd use Bonding first to level it the stipple and finish with Multi Finish plaster 👍

[@charliechimples]

Thanks a lot much appreciated.

[@tonestones9445]

Hi Blaine, great video. A question please. I've knocked 400 to 500mm of old plaster effected by rising damp above the skirting board. I've already pva'd the brickwork with a 1 to 6 mix and then saw for that perhaps you shouldn't apply pva with thistle Hardwall. Will it be OK to go ahead mate? And should I apply a 3 part pva 1 part water mix just before plastering with hardwall. Also if I'm covering with wallpaper, so long as I smooth off well, will I get away without a finishing coat. Finally even though I've applied the 6 to 1 pva should I apply a salt retarding solution before plastering. FYI I have installed a new DPC using safeguard Drirods. Many thanks.

[@gtibruce]

Seeing that this old wall plaster im plastering is over 1 inch thick do you know if you can apply a 3rd coat of hard wall or is that too much?

[@petersparshot4997]

Chuck in a handful of cement in bonding sets it off quicker to plaster.

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Too true my friend 💪

[@petersparshot4997]

@@PlasteringForBeginners I'm on the wrist & elbow supports and I'm only 34, make sure you know your worth lads charge the right money

[@dilligaf2386]

So how thick and how thin can you put bonding plaster on, and do you have to PVA it before you skim it ? Great video on different plaster.

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

You can get it up to roughly 10mm thickness before it starts sagging - you can get a really thin layer with it too. It's very versatile! I usually PVA before skimming mate, especially if you've left it a day to dry!

[@dilligaf2386]

@@PlasteringForBeginners super cheers buddy nice to get advice, do appreciate it. Keep videos coming.

[@XStrikeSuper]

We are going to remove old plaster in every rooms. We will inventully see brick walls. Is it better to use cement or hardwall on brick walls for undercoat? Which one is stronger and won't crack after many years?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

That's a tough one but I would rather go for BG Hardwall for internal plastering mate. It's slightly easier to use which is probably why i'd use it pal!

[@jagsingh4636]

Great video What would you use for a smallish patch that needs doing where the plaster had bubbled due to possibly penetrating damp or leak. Would easyfill work on areas up to half meter square. Thanks

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

The problem is that if you don't fix the problem then it will keep coming through!! The best solution is to solve the damp issue first really.

[@jagsingh4636]

@@PlasteringForBeginners thanks I believe the issue was thorn plants and ivy growing on the outside up the downpipe. When it rained the water would soak into the wall as didn't run to the ground fast enough (I think) These plants have been removed and the wall was wet behind this area.

[@RJ-rf6fy]

Great videos, thanks for doing such a great service! Quick question please. I have some largish patch to plaster where bricks are exposed. I was thinking of doing a sand/cement render then multi finish BG ontop of that rather than using the hardwall plaster? What do you think? Thanks.

[@cbolt4492]

Great video, what would you use for electrical/plumbing chases please?

[@sjguk267]

So what do you use to patch up where old plaster has come off and revealed the brickwork underneath? Not bonding as it is not for high suction, hardwall? I have a three foot by two foot area where the old tikes pulled off all the plaster when removed.

[@tk249x]

hardwall yeah, i have the same issue

[@JHyde92]

Hey Blaine, when it comes to BG Hardwall should I use Bluegrit below it so the wall grips the undercoat entirely?

[@abscomm]

What's the mix for the sand and cement rendering?

[@elenaraluca4682]

I hoped we would get the ratious as well.

[@johnwayne5984]

The Thistle Bonding you use looks like plaster. However I have used the exact same Gypsum Bonding Purple Bag. It looks like a render when mixed though. Have they changed it?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

It just depends on where is mined mate - some of the Gypsum is brown whilst others are grey. It's the same product though pal 👍

[@johnwayne5984]

@@PlasteringForBeginners Thank you God of Plastering! I was getting highly confused lol.

[@sapphire4778]

Hi I need to plaster my bathroom ceiling and wall I would use waterproof paint after but do you know what type of plaster to use for that ?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Just standard Multi-Finish as long as the wall isn't in direct contact with water 💦

[@sapphire4778]

Plastering For Beginners thank you

[@flipandbounce]

Excellent excellent video. Cheers dude!

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Thank you so much pal!!

[@jabaralanzi9849]

What type of sand you can use with the cement please and what do you thing about airless plaster and dry lining . Many thanks

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

I use Sandgate plastering sand pal 👍

[@leeholke9851]

Cant miss board finish... best one out there lol well for me lol. Great vid

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Do you know what, I've never really gave it a chance but people really do swear by it. My merchants don't even sell it which is probably a reason why I haven't used it much ha! I'll bear this in mind though. Maybe do a video to test which ones the best! Thanks for the heads up my friend 👍

[@lincolnlee6595]

What is it that board finish can do that thistle multi-finish can't do? Because the majority of superb finishes I've seen over many years has always been multi-finish.

[@elliottdebell7783]

Lincoln Lee I wasn’t a fan of board finish.

[@marcos.marques]

Great video!!! Do I need to apply any product over drywall before apply plaster? The dry wall is painted and I want to do a fake brick texture over that using something rougher than compound joint. Thanks

[@Dedears]

Can I sand unperfect multi finish or it will be hard to sand it down and make it smooth

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

It's really hard to sand down mate - Easyfill is better for that sort of thing pal!

[@dilligaf2386]

The drywall adhesive your using it's the best one I've ever used it mixes really easily and no lumps it's from wicks DIY store.

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

It is the best mate - it's cracking stuff!

[@lincolnlee6595]

Are you both saying it's better than British gypsum drywall adhesive?

[@lincolnlee6595]

Don't they both have the same setting strengths?

[@sleeth]

Great videos. I heard bonding isn't recommended in bathrooms etc. due to it being absorbant. Is that a myth?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

It's not the best product to use mate - it's not recommended!

[@djbrandonjames]

So am I wrong in applying thistle bonding plaster to a wall where old plaster has come away exposing brickwork?

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

I don't mind using it if it's a patch up like you're instance. It's still good to use for that pal 😉

[@djbrandonjames]

@@PlasteringForBeginners cheers...Very helpful!

[@calvinbates2786]

Another good video bud 👍 I think the only thing you haven’t touched on yet is wet corners I think you mentioned it in another video about doing one for it just thought I’d put it out there for you.

[@PlasteringForBeginners]

Good point mate! I'll try and get one sorted pal!

[@andrewcroxall1416]

You say 12.5 litres water to one bag of multifinish, what litre ridge to hardwall and bonding per bag?