Big Wally Plaster Magic is a product that is designed to fix and strengthen damaged plaster walls. Plaster walls are a popular choice in older homes and buildings, but over time they can become cracked, loose, or damaged. This can be caused by a variety of factors, including settling or shifting of the building, moisture damage, or simply wear and tear. Plaster repair can be a difficult and time-consuming task, but Big Wally Plaster Magic aims to make it easier. The product consists of a two-part adhesive system that is designed to reattach loose plaster to the lath behind it. The adhesive is injected into the wall through small holes, and then the plaster is pressed back into place and held there until the adhesive dries.
I'm wondering what people use to bind the loose-ish plaster to the lath, other than Big Wally's? I eventually need to do this to the whole house and that product seems really expensive. Do people use plaster weld and something else? Not sure what the traditional method is?
You might want to get in the attic and see how the wall meets with the chimney from above, to make sure if you pull that stuff off there really is something behind it. You might want to get in the attic and see how the wall meets with the chimney from above, to make sure if you pull that stuff off there really is something behind it.
The adhesive is injected into the wall through small holes, and then the plaster is pressed back into place and held there until the adhesive dries. One advantage of using Big Wally Plaster Magic is that it does not require the removal of any existing plaster. This is important because removing and replacing plaster can be a messy and expensive process.
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I saw Ober51's post below mine on superficial repairs, but how do you handle something a little bit more complicated.
So I finally got the ceiling clean of 1970's spackle? stucco? (what do you call this abomination?). So now I am working on the plaster repair. Most of it is super easy just little hairline cracks but there are a few spots that are a bit beyond my previous experiences with plaster repair.
Can you please advise me how to proceed?
The trouble spots are predictably around the chimney. When I touch the ceiling very close to the chimney, it feel a little loose and the plaster of the ceiling that meets the wall there is cracked. Here's a photo:
This spot is really messy! It is the site of a really crappy repair. Part of the plaster wall juts out higher than the other
So since some of these spots are not attached to the lathe any longer, I guess I need to reattach them. What method do you guys recommend and do you have any tips to keep me from doing more damage. I'm a bit nervous about poking that corner of the ceiling and if I need to drill to attach the plaster, can that even be done around a chimney?
I read a bit about "Big Wally's Plaster Magic" and it seems like it might be a good solution for this job because time is a concern. I need to have the room done by the end of the month. Any thoughts on this?
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Post by kelt65 » Thu Dec 03, 2015 11:00 pm
(my amatuer advice, but I've done a fair amount of this) I would pull all the damaged areas out completely there, down to the lath. Plaster magic would probably be ok for it, but you might want to watch some of "See Jane Drill" videos on plaster, they're very helpful and excellent. Any area of a few square (2-3) feet is an easy repair, and the wall will be as good as new. You would need to buy a few tools and materials but anyone with plaster walls should have a trowel, hydrated lime and gypsum veneer handy
Don't be afraid to rip the stuff out. It was meant to be repaired this way in perpetuity.
NB: keep in mind the ceiling area around the chimney is harder to fix. You might want to get in the attic and see how the wall meets with the chimney from above, to make sure if you pull that stuff off there really is something behind it .
Then again, one of the nice things about plaster is that it looks good whether it's falling apart or in perfect shape
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Re: Plaster repair on ceiling and near chimney
Post by Corsetière » Thu Dec 03, 2015 11:49 pm
Yeah I have all the basic tools and supplies, I've used them for the previous repairs I've done. This job is just little bit more in depth than my previous repairs. Stuff I've done in the past has been pretty superficial, this seems more structural as the ceiling moves a little bit near where it meets the wall.
I'm wondering what people use to bind the loose-ish plaster to the lath, other than Big Wally's? I eventually need to do this to the whole house and that product seems really expensive. Do people use plaster weld and something else? Not sure what the traditional method is?
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Re: Plaster repair on ceiling and near chimney
Post by Corsetière » Fri Dec 04, 2015 12:53 am
Don't be afraid to rip the stuff out. It was meant to be repaired this way in perpetuity.
Instead, the product allows you to simply reattach the loose plaster, saving time and money. Another advantage of Big Wally Plaster Magic is that it helps to strengthen the wall overall. By reattaching the loose plaster, it provides added support to the entire wall surface. This can help to prevent future cracking or damage, and can also improve the overall stability of the wall. To use Big Wally Plaster Magic, you will first need to prep the area by removing any loose or crumbling plaster. Then, you will need to drill small holes into the lath behind the plaster. These holes will allow you to inject the adhesive into the wall. Once the adhesive has been injected, you will need to quickly press the plaster back into place and hold it there until the adhesive dries. The dried adhesive will provide a strong bond that will help to ensure that the plaster remains in place. In summary, Big Wally Plaster Magic is a product that is designed to fix and strengthen damaged plaster walls. It provides an easy and affordable alternative to removing and replacing the plaster, and can help to prevent future damage. By reattaching the loose plaster, it improves the overall stability and strength of the wall. If you have damaged plaster walls, Big Wally Plaster Magic may be a good solution for you..
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