There comes a time when a wood deck starts to show signs of wear. For instance, it may lose its vibrant color, or you may notice cracking, rotting, and splintering. It’s normal for a wood deck to lose its structure after a few years. And you can either fix it or give it a complete makeover … Read more
Two substrates are suitable for stone veneer application; metal lath and cement board. A metal lath comes in handy if the material beneath is made of gypsum, OSB, or wood because it reinforces the structure. However, stone veneer can be applied directly if the substrate is a cement board. Metal lath was the traditional method … Read more
To some people, a brick wall finish looks rustic and unique. Others, however, don’t find it so appealing. We all have different tastes, and if you have recently moved into a home with a brick wall finish, you may consider covering it up with plaster. Structo-Lite is one of the most popular plasters. It is … Read more
Plaster of Paris, also known as Calcium Sulphate Hemihydrate, is a quick-setting plaster made from gypsum. It was named Plaster of Paris because of the wide availability of gypsum in Paris. This plaster hardens when it’s wet, and it does not shrink or crack once it dries. Plaster of Paris is common in construction projects and … Read more
Structo-Lite is a product made by USG, a leading manufacturer of construction materials. It is a lightweight, perlite-aggregate, mill-mixed gypsum plaster that can be conformed to different designs. There are many things about Structo-Lite that makes it stand out as a basecoat plaster. It offers excellent insulation and is lightweight, making application effortless. There are many … Read more
Before any tile installation project, you must gather the tools and products needed. Mastic is one of the products that come in handy in tile installation. It is a ceramic, glass, and porcelain tile adhesive often used alongside thinset mortar to stick tiles to floors and walls. On the other hand, cement board is considered the … Read more
Before drywalls were introduced, people used to plaster over walls. Plaster is a paste made by mixing gypsum and other ingredients with water. When applied on a surface, it hardens into a durable finish. Plaster performs the same task as drywall. They smoothen the surface, only they are more durable and stronger than drywall. Because … Read more
You can do many things to an MDF board, but plastering isn’t one of them. The material of an MDF board doesn’t offer adequate grip for the plaster to adhere to. Therefore, when you plaster over an MDF board, it will eventually fall off, and the repairs will be very costly, especially if you had … Read more
Known in full as Oriented Strand Board, OSB is an engineered wood panel with versatile uses. It contains rectangular-shaped wood pieces that are attached using heat-cured adhesives. OSB has got many features. It is resistant to distortion, warping, and deflection. It also has a strength equal to that of plywood. It can be used for … Read more
Though possible, plastering over expanding foam requires skill and experience. It’s not the easiest DIY task. But with some tips and guidance, you should be able to plaster over expanding foam. This article will address everything you need to know about plastering over expanding foam. Will Plaster Adhere to Expanding Foam? Plaster will adhere to … Read more
Plastering over cement board is possible. But it requires thorough preparation and the use of other products for it to hold. It’s a project that professionals can best pull off. But if you are new to this, we recommend adding a blueboard to the cement board and then plastering it. If you are planning to … Read more