Common plaster problems around your home

April 19 2019 - 8:30am
Sign of Damage: Paint flaking away and cracks in ceilings can often be a sign of damage to plaster. This can present a risk especially if the plasterboard is pulling away from the wall or ceiling stud behind it. Photo: Hayley Mills.
Sign of Damage: Paint flaking away and cracks in ceilings can often be a sign of damage to plaster. This can present a risk especially if the plasterboard is pulling away from the wall or ceiling stud behind it. Photo: Hayley Mills.

Plaster is one of the most common materials used in construction across Australia given it is relatively inexpensive, simple to work with and easy to repair. However given our climate, especially in extremely dry or humid conditions, plaster can quickly show signs of general wear and tear or damage.

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