Word from the Editor
Welcome to the latest edition of Lath and Plaster — the magazine created by plasterers, for plasterers.
We’re proud to bring you another packed issue, filled with the articles, features, and expert tips you’ve come to expect. In this edition, we’ve added something special — a “Meet the Team” page, giving you a chance to get to know the talented individuals behind the scenes who help bring this magazine to life.
A heartfelt thank you goes out to the entire team — your hard work, passion, and knowledge are what make this publication possible. From on-site insights to product reviews and traditional techniques, Lath and Plaster continues to grow with your support and contributions.
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We’re here to inform, inspire, and celebrate the craft. Thanks for reading — let’s keep raising the standard together. Editor David Winchester
Meet the Team
Lath and Plaster is run by a friendly team of skilled plasterers. Each person on the team has experience in different aspects of the plastering trade. They work hard and know a lot about both old and new plastering methods. The team is happy to share their knowledge and teach others.
Passing on the Craft:
My Recent Training Trip to the UAE and Beyond by Keith Langton
Daniel McCallum – A Career in Plastering
Daniel McCallum, the founder of DM Plastering Ltd, has dedicated over two decades to the trade of plastering. His journey into the industry began in a rather spontaneous yet transformative way. After helping a friend on a plastering job, Daniel discovered a genuine passion for the work
Heatons Plasterers
An absolute beast of a job
Mick Talks Plasterboard: Revolutionising Wall Construction Since 1894
Plasterboard, also known as drywall, is a widely used material for building walls and ceilings. It was invented by an American named Augustine Sackett in 1894.
Mary
Mary designs a New Splash Brushes – Handmade in England
Master Plasterers and Freemen
The Master Plasterer Certificate recognises those who have achieved the highest level of skills in the industry over a number of years and can demonstrate excellence in the art, craft, science and practice of plastering.
James Pargetting
I’ve been busy creating new pieces in preparation for the upcoming Suffolk Open Studios event, which takes place over the first two weekends in June.
Memorable Tales from the Construction Site
Back in the early 1970s, building sites were more like the Wild West than workplaces. Health and safety didn’t exist. You had no job security. It was survival of the fittest. And if you couldn’t keep up, you were out — simple as that.
Plastering Books and E-Books
A collection of plastering books designed primarily for plastering students these books are available in both paperback and digital formats. The series begins with Basic Plastering Skills, progresses to Plasterwork Decorative Mouldings, and for advanced learners, includes Columns, Cornices, and Curves. Paperback editions are printed on demand by the publisher, while e-books are available for immediate download.
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Over the Pond
With a desire to get back to his plastering roots; Randy Clark formed Olde World Walls & Ceilings. He called upon some of the most knowledgeable, talented & respected plasterers he knew to work on some of the most challenging projects we could find. Each project is different and unique.
Ryan’s Fibrous Workshop
Large Cornice Repairs at Bootham Terrace, York
An interview with Peter Carter the inventor of the Socket Beads
I have often heard it said Sometimes it’s the very people who no one imagines anything of who do the things no one can imagine
Tricks of the Trade
Repairs to a plasterboard ceiling
We’re always seeking inspiring stories and the incredible work of talented craftsmen and craftswomen. If you have a unique journey, project, or skill you’d like us to showcase, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out and share your story—you might just be our next featured creator! Let’s celebrate creativity together.
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