Hand turned coving

[Avernon]

Hello all,

just thought I'd get people's opinions of hand turned coving I.e. with bonding into a picture rail or stop bead. There doesn't seem to be much mentioned about it on here which surprises me as I often find myself being asked to quote for it. Often to match in extensions to older buildings (lots around Liverpool). I was surprised to hear that some of my previous customers have asked upto 3 other plasterers for it and they have declined the job or persuaded them to have flat ceilings instead. I realised it can be a tricky job (especially in older houses) but priced right it can be pretty rewarding when it's finished and looks the t*ts!

 

[warriorupnorth]

did some years ago at leeds uni and round the odd arch must be 20 years ago , but not owt since really, people wil not pay for it and or its not been fashionable

 

[Arti]

looks like you might have the niche in scouseland marra.............keep it on the down low cos you know whats its like round liverpool..........they'll be nicking your jobs off you................:RpS_thumbup:

 

[malc]

we done one in southend a few months back but it takes time. it must have been fashionable in the 30s