Plaster

FHB Podcast Segment: Plaster Peeling Predicament
The FHB Podcast crew discusses potential causes and solutions for peeling plaster near a chimney.
Repairing Damaged Walls and Ceilings
Skim-coating with joint compound covers texture, renews old drywall and plaster, and leaves smooth surfaces ready to paint.
Natural and Grout-Free Shower
Tadelakt water-resistant plaster works in wet spaces for a modern look without the need for tile and grout.
Using AAC Blocks and Local Materials
Considerate material choices, the use of AAC blocks, and careful siting create a home that complements the owners' love of craft and folklore.
Keep Craft Alive: Polly Doolittle, Specialty Plaster Painter
This painter specializes in veneer plaster, a multilayer finishing system used to add color, texture, and dimension to a wall, fireplace, or range hood.
Polly Doolittle, Specialty Plaster Painter
In this Q&A, Polly Doolittle talks about how she learned the craft of plaster veneer and dives deep into the materials she uses in people's homes.
Decorative Plaster Finishes
Applied by trowel, clay plaster and Venetian plaster are popular alternatives to smooth or textured drywall finishes.
Stripping Wallpaper
Use these pro tips to take your wall from paper to paint with minimal damage.
Podcast 231: Heat Pumps, Old-School Air Barriers, and Rehabbing Cordless Tools
The regular crew hears from listeners about apprentices, subslab ductwork, and the risks of bungee cords before taking questions on cold-climate heat pumps, tying old plaster to new framing, and what to do when cordless power tools lose their punch.
Insulating an Uninsulated Block-Wall Home
Building scientist Joe Lstiburek recommends insulating with rigid foam on the exterior.

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