How to Plaster a Ceiling   Back in 2015, we published our complete guide to plastering a ceiling to help newbies with this far from easy task. However, with more and more DIYers asking us for advice and the industry constantly evolving with new innovative tools, we thought we’d revisit this topic once again to help you plaster your ceiling like a pro.  Plastering of any kind is by no means easy and requires, practice, patience and the right plastering tools for the job. Knowing how to plaster a ceiling is also a whole different ball game and it’s important you feel confident before climbing ..read more

Scrim tape is perfect when you’re plastering over plasterboard. When plasterboard has been used on the walls of a room, you’ll find gaps between each sheet – if plastered, these gaps pose weak points causing a high risk of cracks appearing. You can combat this by using a self-adhesive ‘scrim’ tape like Fibatape or Euroscrim which are really popular high-quality varieties for professional plasterers and DIYers alike.   Step 1 Smooth your chosen scrim tape onto the plasterboard joints ensuring it covers both sides equally. You can cut to size using a joint knife.   Step 2 Use your specia ..read more

There is a lot of conflicting advice about plastering during winter months, some people even suggesting you should push your plaster and render work back until the spring. This is of course not true and would result in your renovation project being left at a standstill for several months. Plastering tools and materials are designed to be used all year round, and as long as you plan careful and take extra care for your own safety, plastering during the winter can be achieved without any stress.     Prepare for Longer Setting Periods Due to cooler temperatures, plaster can take longer to se ..read more

Spray rendering is a trend which continues to grow here in the UK. We’ve helped many plasterers and renderers take their business to the next level with our top brand spray render machines, but with an investment like this and the fact you’re changing the way you’ll work, purchasing one of these machines of course takes some serious consideration. To help you decide, our expert team have put together their top reasons why it’s worth trialling a spray rendering machine:   Double Your Productivity One of the main benefits of a plastering or rendering machine is that you can save heaps of ..read more

The Advantages of Using Parex   Parex offers a complete line of plastering and rendering products. Part of the worldwide construction manufacturer, the Parex Group, Parex Limited is a known leader in the UK for manufacturing plasters, renders, general construction materials, anchors, hard landscaping, highways, and EWI that can even be used to build and repair nuclear power plants. They produce many types of products such as mortars, repair products, resin anchors, adhesives, and coatings that comply with European and British standards. These products are manufactured with high quality and ar ..read more

One of Plasterers 1 Stop Shop’s commitments to its customers is to provide the highest quality products at an affordable price. We pride ourselves in ensuring that we only carry the best brands the market has to offer. We want to ensure that professional and novice plasterers alike have a variety of choices that range from plastering, rendering supplies, tools, equipment, workwear and other accessories.   When it comes to rendering supplies, we are a proud partner of Parex Ltd. They are a leading manufacturer of specialist mortar, plaster, and other materials used in construction, civil engin ..read more

Plasterers 1 Thin Coat Plastering Machines   The rise in technology over recent years has meant that machines have started to do a lot of work for us. Most fields of technology and industries will probably sooner or later rely on machines to do many of their daily taks. For plastering, one of the innovations that leads to that direction is the thin coat plastering machine. These machines ensure that you are able to coat materials on any wall evenly, and that each area on the wall will receive the same thickness of the applied material. You can calculate the right ratio of materials and primer ..read more

Plastering is a serious task that requires meticulousness in effort and quality when it comes to the equipment and supplies used. This is something Mtec recognises, that’s why it offers nothing but the highest quality plastering machines, parts, and spares. Mtec is not exactly a plastering solutions specialist. It has a broader business scope, but the plastering machines and equipment it offers are undoubtedly notable. Mtec overview If you go to the Mtec profile page on the Plasterers 1 Stop Shop website, you will find the range of Mtec products being offered along with some information abou ..read more

How to Use Rendering Machines to Their Full Capacity   Machines have become more user-friendly over time, but it’s still advisable to seek appropriate training where you can. Rendering machines are one of a variety of construction equipment that can be used to remodel homeowner’s walls to a different style. But how are these machines used and how can users utilize them to their full extent? Here is everything you need to know about them. What is it? Rendering machines are machines used in plastering and rending projects in homes, buildings and other structures. Brands such as Priomix sup ..read more

Professional and DIY plasterers rely on a variety of tools and equipment to produce the best results. In addition to the basic tools, there are equipment and materials that may appear insignificant at first, but are in fact essential for quality plaster outcome. Our range of plastering materials and accessories follow the same quality and durability applied to other large items of importance on our inventory. Here’s why plastering and protection tapes are equally important and valuable for every plastering job, big or small.   Scrim Tape   Scrim tape is the newest innovation in plastering ta ..read more