What are the factors that determine the cost breakdown and price of plaster work?

One of the most frequent questions when receiving consultation about plaster work is "how much does it cost?".
However, plaster work cannot be judged simply by "unit price per square meter".

Type of material, condition of substrate, difficulty of finishing, construction environment.
By overlapping these conditions, the cost fluctuates greatly.

Here, we will organize the concept to correctly understand the price of plaster work.

What is Plaster Work?

Plaster work is work to apply plaster to interiors and exterior walls to finish the wall surface.
Plaster mainly composed of slaked lime has characteristics such as:

• Moisture control property
• Fire resistance
• Deodorizing property
• High durability

and improves the performance and aesthetic appearance of the building at the same time.

In new construction, the process is relatively simple because the substrate is adjusted,
but in renovation and repair work, substrate treatment according to the condition of existing walls creates indispensability.

This "difference in substrate" is one of the major factors creating cost differences.

How is the cost of plaster work determined?

Main breakdown of construction costs

The cost of plaster work mainly consists of the following elements:

• Material cost (Plaster material / Substrate material)
• Labor cost (Craftsman's construction fee)
• Substrate treatment cost
• Curing / Cleaning cost
• Scaffolding cost (in case of exterior wall)

When looking at estimates, it is important to confirm where and how much cost is incurred as well as the total amount.

Main factors influencing price

The price of plaster work varies greatly depending on the following conditions:

• Construction area and shape (amount of unevenness)
• Interior or Exterior
• Deterioration state of existing wall
• Type of plaster used
• Expression of finish (Flat or High design)

Especially for finishes with high design,
since craftsmen's manual work increases, construction time and cost tend to increase.

Points when considering the price of plaster work

If you want to keep the price of plaster work low, simply choosing cheap materials is not recommended.
Rather, the following perspectives are important:

• Organize the construction scope
• Clarify the direction of finishing
• Do not omit substrate treatment

Especially, substrate treatment becomes invisible after completion,
but if omitted, peeling and defects may occur after several years.

Sharing "where to spend money and where to save" with the contractor
leads to convincing cost management.

Cost-effectiveness and long-term value of Plaster Work

Plaster work may feel expensive looking only at the initial cost.
However, looking from a long-term perspective, its value is never small.

• Stabilization of indoor environment by moisture control effect
• Comfort by deodorization / VOC adsorption
• Reduction of repair frequency by high durability
• Design enhancing the impression of the building

These are directly connected to the quality of daily life and the asset value of the building.

It is important to judge by satisfaction when used for a long time
rather than short-term price comparison.

General construction procedure and construction period of Plaster Work

In plaster work, setup and curing determine the finish.

Substrate Treatment

• Cleaning
• Crack repair
• Unevenness adjustment
• Construction of substrate material

Perform these carefully to create a state where plaster settles stably.

Application of Plaster

Use a trowel to apply in layers several times.
The expression of the finish is determined in this process.

Drying / Curing

Ideally based on natural drying, it cures over about 1 to 2 weeks. Italian plaster is thin coating, so it dries completely in one full day.

Management after construction

Do not touch immediately after construction,
and by performing regular inspections, aesthetic appearance and performance can be maintained for a long time.

Points to check in choosing a contractor for Plaster Work

In plaster work, "who constructs" is more important than material.

• Do they have abundant plaster construction track records?
• Is the estimate content clear?
• Is there an explanation about substrate treatment?
• Is there support and warranty after construction?

Do not judge only by price,
choose a contractor who explains construction content and concepts politely.

Contact Stucco Co., Ltd. for consultation on price of Plaster Work

At Stucco Co., Ltd.,
We propose construction according to the condition and use of the building using various plaster materials including Italian plaster.

From the concept of cost to construction content,
we will proceed with the construction after you are satisfied.