Recent content by Plastergirl

Problem is I'm just working from the middle of the wall down, about 5 ft high from the floor. Going to give the mortar with plenty adhesive a try today and hope it sticks! I'll let you know how this educational adventure turns out. So thankful for forums like this where I can learn from...

Thanks Loren! I am recoating the entire 400 as the old has already been removed. It is the bottom of the walls and has to match up to the top. Ideally furring strips and even metal lathe would be my choice but that about triples the cost which is not what the customer wants. Just hoping I...

I've been a plasterer in Cleveland Ohio for about 3 years mostly repairing plaster and lathe in 100 year old homes. This current job is a bit different, repairing basement walls that are clay tiles, mortared then veneered with stucco, around 400 sqf. Any suggestions as to the best mortar mix...