Summary: Plaster walls are much thicker and more durable than plasterboard walls and are commonly found in older homes built before World War II. Because the plaster is adhered to laths, which are narrow, thin pieces of wood that run between the studs, they are more likely to require special techniques when needing repair.
To read the rest of my article:
http://www.diystuff.com/Drywall_Plaster/How_to_Repair_Plaster_Walls.shtml
[Due to copyright agreement, I am unable to post my article here in its entirety.]
Tuesday, February 17, 2009
DIY Article - How to Repair Plaster Walls
