Finish or Multi

[mikegm]

Been asked if I could plaster a new Plasterboard wall. As I am still new to plastering, is their any noticable difference to the finish of 'Finishing Plaster' or am I OK just use Multifinish, also if I remember rightly I do not need to PVA the board first?

 

[Richard C]

I only ever use Multi whatever the surface. A small advantage is Multi will give you a little more time which can be a bonus if you’re inexperienced. You wouldn’t normally PVA boards, just dust them down but, again, it won’t really do any harm; don’t plaster over dry PVA.

 

[peaps]

Just use board finish, it's made for the job.

 

[paul78]

go for multi as rich says, as your still new to it the multi will take longer to go off so you wont struggle as much.

 

[PrenticeBoyofDerry]

Multi for me every time, more time to play will it. If I remember right it's also cheaper than board finish, but not looked at board finish prices for a long time as I don't use it!
There is no need to PVA prime newly fitted plasterboard, if the paper is still bare.
Just tape joints and a double coat of multi, nice..............

 

[McBain]

Hi guys,

Sorry but what does PVA mean? Am new to this and want to learn about plastering.

Many thanks Paul.

 

[Richard C]

Hi guys,

Sorry but what does PVA mean? Am new to this and want to learn about plastering.

Many thanks Paul.

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[Micilin]

Just use board finish, it's made for the job.

Personally also think it gives a better finish, less prone to being greasy , or having tiger stripes in cold weather.

But muti is fine too.