How much does plastering cost in the UK?
Last updated 9 July 2026 · 5 min read · Reviewed by the GotAPal editorial team
Heads up on prices: the figures below are broad UK guide ranges based on common market rates. Actual costs vary by region, job and tradesperson. Always confirm the price directly with the trade before booking.
Smooth walls make everything else look better, but plastering prices depend a lot on whether you just need a skim over sound plaster, or a full re-plaster back to the brick. Here's the 2026 breakdown.
The short version
- Skimming over existing plaster is about £15 to £25 per m².
- A full re-plaster (remove, reboard, skim) is about £25 to £40 per m².
- Skimming a room typically costs £430 to £650.
- Plasterer day rates run £150 to £250, or £200 to £300 in the South East.
- Most jobs are quoted per room. Get the skim-vs-re-plaster question settled first.
The short answer
- Skim over existing plaster: £15 to £25 per m².
- Full re-plaster: £25 to £40 per m² (removing old plaster, reboarding, base coat and skim).
- Day rate: £150 to £250 (£200 to £300 in London and the South East).
Typical prices
| Job | Typical cost |
|---|---|
| Skim a small room | £400 to £550 |
| Skim a large room | £550 to £750 |
| Re-plaster a room (remove + reboard + skim) | £600 to £1,000 |
| Plaster a single wall | £150 to £300 |
| Plasterboard and skim a ceiling | £300 to £600 |
| Render a small exterior wall (per m²) | £40 to £80 |
| Day rate (labour) | £150 to £250 |
What affects the price
- Skim vs full re-plaster. Removing old plaster roughly doubles the cost.
- Preparation. Damp, blown plaster or heavy repairs add time.
- Ceilings are harder and slower than walls.
- Location. London and the South East cost more.
How to get a fair deal
- Be clear whether it's a skim or a re-plaster. Quotes vary wildly between the two.
- Get a per-room fixed price in writing.
- Check reviews from real local customers. A good finish is a skilled job.
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