There are two kinds of cracks in old lath and plaster walls. Both can be repaired, but one is a much more serious problem. By Ronda Kaysen Q: Our Gramercy co-op was built in 1929. The thick ...

Plaster walls and decorative details are high-quality, handmade finishes that give an old house character. They should not be replaced with inferior materials without a compelling reason. Plaster is ...

He says both are ‘great to prime a wall for plastering ... Some people like to scrape the surface of the first coat of plaster using a devilling float or old kitchen fork before applying a second coat ...