Walls & Ceilings Prep guide

How to prepare surfaces for microcement & clay plaster prior to installation.


Everything you need to know before starting your project.

1. Structural Prep (Noggings & Reinforcement)

  1. Install timber noggings between studs

  2. Reinforce areas for:

    Wall-mounted fixtures

  3. Kitchen Cabinets

Key checks:

  • Ensure all framing is rigid

2. Wall Boarding (Moisture Resistant boards where moisture is present)

  1. Use moisture-resistant plasterboard (green board)

  2. Fix via:

  3. Dot & dab (solid walls)

  4. Screws (stud walls)

  5. Ensure boards are plumb and level

3. Tape & Jointing / Plastering

  1. Apply skim tape on joints / screw holes

  2. Apply coat of joint compound or plaster

  3. Sand smooth (If tape & joining )

Key checks:

  • No visible joints

  • Surface feels completely smooth

  • Ready for Paint finish

4. Let the surfaces dry

  1. Tape & joint can take few days to a week to dry in regular living conditions

  2. Plaster normally takes 1-2 weeks to fully dry in regular living conditions

  3. Temperature & Ventilation plays a key part in drying process

Key checks:

  • Keep warm room temperature 18-24 ℃

  • Run regular ventilator for air circulation

  • Regularly open windows to get rid of humidity

Final Takeaway

The quality of your Microcement or Clay plaster finish is entirely dependent on preparation.
A perfect substrate ensures a premium finish.

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