Gyprock walls

KC16 · Jan 19, 2017 6:36 am

Good morning we have removed wallpaper from gyprock walls which were not prepped before hand and we have done our best but there are gouges in the walls that our plasterer says he cannot plaster over as he won't get a smooth finish for painting so recommends we rip the walls out and resheet. We are selling and would prefer not to have that expense. Any ideas? Textured paint we thought about but aren't sure. Help!!

Beetaloo · Jan 19, 2017 10:52 am

I think that a new skim plaster coat over the entire wall is the best option.
Replacing plasterboard sheets may involve replacing skirtings, architraves and even require an electrician to remove and replace power points and light switches.

rian27 · Jan 19, 2017 11:51 am

An electrician to move some power points?
Can that not be done by someone knowledgeable in that area?

KC16 · Jan 19, 2017 1:40 pm

Would a plasterer do that? Am surprised my plasterer didn't mention that option

oldchippy · Jan 19, 2017 5:05 pm

Sounds to me,that plasterer is looking for work!

KC16 · Jan 19, 2017 6:12 pm

I will investigate the skim. I have a builder here at present who may be able to do it unless anyone knows of someone in Brisbane who is a whizz at it?