Dear Angie: How important is it to repair plaster before repainting? Our ceilings have peeling paint that we’re pretty sure was caused by past water damage. Since the water problem is no longer an ...

Look out for the tell-tale signs of lath and plaster walls and how to fix them ...

Plaster, a decorative wall coating of lime, sand, and sometimes fibers, has been around since the beginning of time—and so has plaster repair. Although subject to cracks and bubbles, it's a durable ...

If you live in a house with lath and plaster ceilings, make sure you understand how they are constructed and the steps to take to deal with damage ...