Mick is an experience plasterer who has a life time in the trade from apprentice though to Head Plasterer at a college, or as referred to by colleges programme leader

After spending many years working in education Mick decided to return to the tools , he now runs a very successful business you can visit Mick here

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History of Plastering Part 1 The Prehistoric Plasterers

There is some evidence that people in Jordan were carrying out a primitive form of plastering as long ago as 7,500 BC. They would cover their shelters made of twigs or reed with mud to strengthen, protect and decorate it.

History of Plastering Part 2 Rome 64 AD and the birth of decorative Plasterwork

After Nero’s death in AD. 68 the Emperor’s built over it, and in AD.104 a fire destroyed the rest, it was all  but forgotten, until what was left was rediscovered in the late 15th century

History of Plastering Part 3 1317-1856

This records an agreement by Adam le Plaster, Freeman of London, to ‘supply Plaster of Paris and to repair therewith the walls, within and without, and also the flues, of the Earl of Richmond’s hall in the neighbourhood of St. Paul’s Cathedral, in eight weeks on security of all his goods’.

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.

Silicone Render: The Smart Choice for Longevity

Silicone render is a better choice than traditional sand and cement render for many reasons. One big benefit is that it is flexible. This means it can move with the building, which helps stop cracks from forming. Sand and cement render is hard and can crack more easily, especially if the building moves a little or the weather changes a lot.

The Evolution of Plaster Mixing Equipment in Britain

The history of plaster mixing equipment in Britain reflects wider transformations in construction practices, labour systems, and materials technology.

A Historical Timeline of Plastering Trowels in the UK

Plastering trowels have been essential tools for centuries, shaping the walls and ceilings of homes, churches, and great halls across Britain. The question of which company first sold plastering trowels in the UK is not straightforward.

Why Yellow Pine is Ideal for Devil Floats

A devil float is a plasterer’s tool that has been used for many years. Similar tools were even used by the Ancient Egyptians when plastering the walls of their tombs.