Q: Is it a good or bad idea to insulate house walls if the exterior is brick and the interior is plaster? It’s been recommended that we insulate our walls. The house was built in the 1940s. The ...

Step-by-step guide for beginners to master plastering walls with confidence and ease. Discover the tools, materials, and methods to get professional results. #DIYPlastering #PlasteringGuide ...

Q:We are getting ready to repaint our home office. The walls and ceiling were cracked during the 1989 quake and poorly patched before we moved in. We had the roof redone this summer, and the banging ...

Sand and clay mixture tests by Tom Keeling. In the video below, I cover some basic tests you can do to analyse your earth for rendering. It is important to do as many tests as you can before applying ...

Lath-and-plaster walls are common in older houses (built late 18th Century until the early 1950’s, when drywall became standard). Whether you want to hang a picture, mirror or kitchen cabinet, ...