How much does a plasterer cost in Glasgow?
A plasterer in the UK typically charges £150–£250 per day, or roughly £250–£500 to skim and finish a single average-sized room. In Glasgow (Scotland), a plasterer typically charges £150–£250 per day — that is 0% versus the UK average of £150–£250.
Glasgow plasterer rate: £150–£250 per day. Scotland runs at index 100.4 (UK = 100), so local prices are adjusted 0% from the national band.
Plasterer prices in Glasgow
| Job | UK typical | Glasgow | Basis |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day rateMost plasterers price by the day | £150–£250 | £150–£250 | per day |
| Skim one average roomOver sound walls | £250–£500 | £250–£500 | per room |
| Plaster a ceilingSize and height dependent | £150–£350 | £150–£350 | per ceiling |
| Re-plaster (hack off + new)Old plaster removed first | £400–£800 | £400–£800 | per room |
| Patch repairsSmall holes and cracks | £100–£250 | £100–£250 | per job |
| Plasterboard / dry-line a roomBoarding + skim | £400–£900 | £400–£900 | per room |
City prices are the UK bands scaled by the Scotland regional price level. Source: ONS — Relative regional consumer price levels of goods and services, UK: 2016 (all-items relative price level, UK=100) (2016). ONS release.
What changes a plasterer's price
- Skim vs re-plaster: Skimming sound walls is quick and cheap; hacking off blown plaster and starting again is far more labour.
- Drying time: Plaster must fully dry before painting — usually several days — so plan the decorating around it.
- Ceilings and height: Ceilings and high walls are slower and harder than standard walls, so they cost more per square metre.
- Region: London and the South East run 20–40% above the national average.
Frequently asked questions
How much does a plasterer cost per day in Glasgow?
A UK plasterer typically charges £150–£250 per day. Skimming a single average room over sound walls usually costs £250–£500, while a full re-plaster after hacking off old plaster runs £400–£800 per room.
How long before I can paint new plaster?
New plaster usually needs several days to fully dry before painting — longer in cold or damp conditions. Painting too soon traps moisture and causes flaking, so it is worth waiting and using a thinned “mist coat” first.
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