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Plastering Prices United Kingdom
Prices include VAT at 20%. Day rates of £150–£250 are common for smaller jobs. Always confirm whether the quote covers materials, preparation, and cleanup.
Plastering Prices by Service Type — United Kingdom
Prices include VAT at 20%. Day rates of £150–£250 are common for smaller jobs. Always confirm whether the quote covers materials, preparation, and cleanup.
| Service | Unit | From | Average | Up to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🧱Wall Plastering Apply plaster finish to interior walls | /m² | £15 | £24 | £35 |
| 🏠Ceiling Plastering Apply plaster finish to ceilings | /m² | £18 | £28 | £42 |
| 📐Cornices & Coving Supply and install coving or cornice moulding | /m | £8 | £13 | £20 |
| 🔧Plaster Repair (small patch) Repair small holes or damaged plaster areas | /patch | £65 | £105 | £160 |
| 🛠️Plaster Repair (large area) Repair large damaged plaster sections | /area | £160 | £255 | £380 |
| 🧹Skim Coat / Plaster Skim Apply thin finishing coat for a smooth surface | /m² | £12 | £19 | £28 |
| ✨Feature Wall / Venetian Plaster Apply decorative polished plaster finish | /m² | £50 | £82 | £130 |
| 📋Plasterboard Install (dry lining) Install plasterboard to stud framing or dot-and-dab | /m² | £15 | £22 | £32 |
| 📦Plasterboard Supply & Install Supply and install plasterboard including tape and jointing | /m² | £25 | £35 | £48 |
| 🎵Ceiling Rose Install Supply and install decorative ceiling rose | /each | £50 | £82 | £130 |
| 🧱Textured Ceiling Removal Remove Artex or textured ceiling and skim smooth | /m² | £18 | £27 | £38 |
| 🏠Full Room Plaster (walls + ceiling, avg room) Complete plastering of an average room | /room | £750 | £1,250 | £1,900 |
Plastering Prices by City
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London
England · 9.0M
From £16
Manchester
England · 2.8M
From £14
Birmingham
England · 2.6M
From £14
Leeds
England · 800K
Pricing available
Liverpool
England · 900K
Pricing available
Bristol
England · 470K
Pricing available
Sheffield
England · 580K
Pricing available
Newcastle
England · 300K
Pricing available
Nottingham
England · 330K
Pricing available
Southampton
England · 260K
Pricing available
Brighton
England · 230K
Pricing available
Cambridge
England · 145K
Pricing available
Oxford
England · 155K
Pricing available
Reading
England · 175K
Pricing available
Plymouth
England · 265K
Pricing available
Edinburgh
Scotland · 530K
From £10
Glasgow
Scotland · 630K
Pricing available
Aberdeen
Scotland · 230K
Pricing available
Dundee
Scotland · 150K
Pricing available
Cardiff
Wales · 370K
Pricing available
Swansea
Wales · 245K
Pricing available
Belfast
Northern Ireland · 345K
Pricing available
Plastering prices in United Kingdom range from £8 for basic services to £1,900 for full room plastering or specialist finishes. Prices include VAT at 20%. Day rates of £150–£250 are common for smaller jobs. Always confirm whether the quote covers materials, preparation, and cleanup.
The most common plastering services in United Kingdom 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 VAT at 20%. Day rates of £150–£250 are common for smaller jobs. Always confirm whether the quote covers materials, preparation, and cleanup.
Licensing requirements vary across United Kingdom. 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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