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Plastering Prices Australia
Prices include GST. Minimum callout fees of $150–$250 are common for small patch repairs. Always get a written quote specifying the area in square metres and finish type.
Plastering Prices by Service Type — Australia
Prices include GST. Minimum callout fees of $150–$250 are common for small patch repairs. Always get a written quote specifying the area in square metres and finish type.
| Service | Unit | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🧱Wall Plastering Apply plaster finish to interior walls including preparation, base coat, and smooth finish coat | /m² | $25 | $38 | $55 |
| 🏠Ceiling Plastering Apply plaster finish to ceilings including overhead work, base coat, and smooth or textured finish | /m² | $30 | $45 | $65 |
| 📐Cornices & Cornice Replacement Supply and install decorative cornice moulding at wall-ceiling junction, including mitred corners and joins | /m | $12 | $20 | $30 |
| 🔧Plaster Repair (small patch) Repair small holes, cracks, or damaged plaster areas up to 300mm, including patching, sanding, and finish | /patch | $100 | $165 | $250 |
| 🛠️Plaster Repair (large area) Repair large damaged plaster sections including removal of loose material, re-sheeting or wet plaster, and finishing | /area | $250 | $400 | $600 |
| 🧹Skim Coat / Plaster Skim Apply thin finishing coat over existing plaster or plasterboard to create a smooth, paint-ready surface | /m² | $20 | $30 | $45 |
| ✨Feature Wall / Venetian Plaster Apply decorative Venetian or polished plaster finish to a feature wall, including multiple coats, burnishing, and sealing | /m² | $80 | $130 | $200 |
| 📋Plasterboard Install Install plasterboard sheets to stud framing including cutting, fixing, and basic tape and jointing | /m² | $25 | $35 | $50 |
| 📦Plasterboard Supply & Install Supply plasterboard materials and install to stud framing including tape, joint compound, and sanding to a smooth finish | /m² | $40 | $55 | $75 |
| 🎵Ceiling Rose Install Supply and install decorative ceiling rose around light fitting, including adhesive fixing and finishing | /each | $80 | $130 | $200 |
| 🧱Textured Ceiling Removal Remove popcorn or textured ceiling finish, skim coat to smooth, and prepare for painting | /m² | $30 | $42 | $60 |
| 🏠Full Room Plaster (walls + ceiling, avg room) Complete plastering of an average-sized room including walls and ceiling, cornices, and smooth finish ready for painting | /room | $1,200 | $2,000 | $3,000 |
Plastering Prices by City
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Sydney
New South Wales · 5.3M
From $15
Newcastle
New South Wales · 320K
Pricing available
Wollongong
New South Wales · 310K
Pricing available
Central Coast
New South Wales · 340K
Pricing available
Melbourne
Victoria · 5.1M
From $14
Geelong
Victoria · 270K
Pricing available
Ballarat
Victoria · 115K
Pricing available
Bendigo
Victoria · 100K
Pricing available
Brisbane
Queensland · 2.6M
From $24
Gold Coast
Queensland · 680K
From $25
Sunshine Coast
Queensland · 350K
Pricing available
Cairns
Queensland · 160K
Pricing available
Townsville
Queensland · 195K
Pricing available
Adelaide
South Australia · 1.4M
From $22
Mount Gambier
South Australia · 30K
Pricing available
Perth
Western Australia · 2.1M
From $11
Mandurah
Western Australia · 100K
Pricing available
Bunbury
Western Australia · 75K
Pricing available
Hobart
Tasmania · 240K
Pricing available
Launceston
Tasmania · 90K
Pricing available
Canberra
ACT · 460K
From $27
Darwin
Northern Territory · 150K
Pricing available
Alice Springs
Northern Territory · 25K
Pricing available
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Plastering prices in Australia range from $12 for basic services to $3,000 for full room plastering or specialist finishes. Prices include GST. Minimum callout fees of $150–$250 are common for small patch repairs. Always get a written quote specifying the area in square metres and finish type.
The most common plastering services in Australia include wall plastering, ceiling plastering, skim coating, plaster repairs, plasterboard installation, cornice work, Venetian plaster, textured ceiling removal, and full room plastering.
The most effective savings come from combining multiple rooms into one job — plasterers offer better rates for larger projects. Get 2–3 quotes for any job over $500. Book during quieter periods (winter in most regions). Prepare rooms yourself by clearing furniture and removing old wallpaper. Prices include GST. Minimum callout fees of $150–$250 are common for small patch repairs. Always get a written quote specifying the area in square metres and finish type.
Licensing requirements vary across Australia. For standard plastering work, many regions do not require a specific plastering licence, but contractors should have public liability insurance and relevant trade qualifications. For structural work or work requiring building consent, a licensed builder or registered tradesperson may be required.
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