Plaster

We’ve removed panel molding (and are keeping picture & crown moldings) from plaster walls, which have many coats of paint on them. Don’t want to re-plaster. it’s not that fancy an apt. Just want to even out in order to fill the holes & paint. Any advice? Topping compound? Reccos for someone who can do…

I recently had to replace the ceiling of my 1bedroom apartment in Park Slope. Junior was significantly cheaper than my other option. Other option: $1,500. Junior: $850. He spent a bit of extra time taking a trip with us to the hardware store to pick out the right paint. Very friendly and skilled at skim…

Is there a drywall/sheetrock that is better than all the rest(denser ect) to replace plaster in a small(4’X5′ 11 ft tall) powder room? Is the Hardibacker useable and accept skim coat? (We usually use joint compound mixed with plaster of paris which makes a good top coat)Thank You

I have a row house that needs plastering that includes hairline cracks, cracks in the cove moulding, the scratch coat has become separated from the lath, and other general problem. I am looking for a good plaster. Can anyone recommend a good plasterer?