Edinburgh, Scotland
Plastering Prices in Edinburgh
4 services from £10
Plastering Prices in Edinburgh
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.
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Plastering prices in Edinburgh
Plastering Tips for Edinburgh
Edinburgh’s Georgian and Victorian tenements often feature ornate plaster cornices that cost more to repair or replicate
Listed building requirements in Edinburgh’s Old Town may mandate traditional lime plaster rather than modern gypsum
Scottish weather can affect external plastering schedules — interior work is less affected but allow for longer drying in winter
Key Services at a Glance — Edinburgh
Wall Plastering
£25
avg · £16–£36
Per square metre
Ceiling Plastering
£30
avg · £20–£44
Per square metre
Full Room
£1,350
avg · £800–£2,000
Walls + ceiling, avg room
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Plastering in Edinburgh starts from £10. Wall plastering averages £25/m². A full room costs £800–£2,000. 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 services in Edinburgh include wall plastering, ceiling plastering, skim coating, plaster repairs, plasterboard installation, cornice work, Venetian plaster, textured ceiling removal, ceiling rose installation, and full room plastering.
The most effective saving in Edinburgh is combining multiple rooms into one job. Prepare rooms yourself by clearing furniture and removing wallpaper. Get 2–3 quotes for jobs over £500. Ceiling plastering in Edinburgh costs £20–£44/m².
Ask for recommendations from painters, builders, or neighbours. Check online reviews on Google, Hipages, or similar platforms. Ask to see recent work examples, especially for skim coating and decorative finishes where quality variation is highest. Get at least two written quotes for jobs over £500.
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