Ceiling Skimming
A new finishing coat over a sound ceiling to cover hairline cracks, old repairs and uneven patches, ready for paint.
Ceiling plastering in Poole & Dorset
Cracked or sagging ceilings put right
Ceilings re-skimmed, repaired or boarded and plastered across Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset, plus plaster repairs to walls after leaks, rewiring and building work.
- Free, no-obligation quotes
- Ceilings & wall repairs
- Clean & tidy on every job
Since 2015Poole & Dorset
Ceiling Plastering and repairs in Poole & Dorset
Get in TouchGot a cracked, sagging or stained ceiling? Four Four Finishes plasters and repairs ceilings in homes across Poole, Bournemouth and Dorset.
Some ceilings just need a fresh skim over hairline cracks and old repairs. Others, often old lath and plaster, have come loose and need boarding over or replacing before they’re plastered. We also repair walls and ceilings after leaks, rewiring and building work so the patches don’t show.
We keep the mess down with dust sheets and floor protection, and every job starts with a visit and a free, no-obligation quote.
Ceiling and Plaster Repairs what we can do
From one crack to a whole new ceiling, and the walls around it.
Cracked Ceilings
Cracks cut out, taped where needed and filled before the ceiling is skimmed, so they’re less likely to come back.
Sagging & Lath Ceilings
Old lath and plaster ceilings that have come loose are boarded over or taken down and replaced with plasterboard, then skimmed.
Water-Damaged Ceilings
Once the leak is fixed and the ceiling has dried out, blown or stained plaster is repaired or the damaged section replaced and skimmed.
Wall Plaster Repairs
Holes, cracks and damaged patches on walls repaired after rewiring, plumbing or a leak, and blended in so they don’t show once painted.
New coving fitted along the top of the walls for a neat line between wall and ceiling, often done at the same time as a new ceiling.
Ceiling cracked or sagging? We can take a look
Tell us what’s happening and we’ll arrange a time to come and see it. You’ll get honest advice and a free quote with the work and the price set out clearly.
Interior Services
Exterior Services
Since 2015
Sagging Ceilings and what causes them
Old lath and plaster ceilings are held up by plaster keys pushed between wooden laths. Over time those keys break and the ceiling starts to sag or bulge. Cracks running across the room, a ceiling that moves when pressed gently, or plaster dust on the floor are all signs it’s coming loose.
If a ceiling is visibly bowing, keep people and furniture out from under it and get it looked at soon. A loose ceiling can usually be secured or boarded over, or taken down and replaced with plasterboard, then skimmed smooth.
Newer plasterboard ceilings tend to crack along the board joints, usually because the joints weren’t taped properly or the house has moved slightly. Those cracks can be cut out, taped and skimmed. There’s more on the causes in our guide to cracked and sagging ceilings.
Why Choose Four Four Finishes?
Searching for a dependable plastering company near you?
At Four Four Finishes, we are trusted by homeowners throughout Bournemouth, Poole and the wider Dorset area for several reasons.
We have years of experience in plastering, rendering and dry lining
Our professional, friendly and reliable service is unmatched
As a business, we ensure that only the highest-quality materials are used in our work
All our pricing is competitive and our quotes transparent
What Our Customers Say
5.0 out of 5 from 15 reviews on Yell (opens in a new tab)
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Skim plastering Plasterboard Walls and Ceilings
Tom skim plastered two small rooms in our cottage. The work was done in a day. Tom was very polite and completed the work to a high standard. The the job was left clean and tidy. We are very happy with the work. We would use Tom again.
SimonL-1056 September 2026 · Yell review -
Brilliant lime plasterer
Tom was an absolute genius. Had a large room lime plastered. Took 3 days. They were quiet and very clean. The results were amazing. Wish I had found this company earlier and highly recommend
EmmaF-718 November 2025 · Yell review -
Excellent work.
Tom delivered outstanding workmanship with impressive efficiency, completing the job promptly and to a superb standard. He was attentive to every detail I requested and showed genuine consideration for everyone in the household, keeping the space clean, tidy, and disruption to a minimum throughout. A pleasure to deal with, and I wouldn’t hesitate to call on him again.
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Ceiling Plastering FAQs
Can you repair a crack in my ceiling without replastering the whole thing?
Often, yes. Small cracks can be cut out, filled and blended in. If there are lots of cracks or the plaster is loose, skimming or re-boarding the whole ceiling usually gives a better, longer-lasting result, and we’ll tell you which makes sense.
Is it worth skimming over an old lath and plaster ceiling?
Only if it’s still firmly attached. If it sags, sounds hollow or moves when pressed, a skim won’t fix it. It needs to be secured, boarded over or replaced first.
How long does it take to replaster a ceiling?
Skimming the ceiling of an average room is often done in a day. Boarding over or replacing a ceiling first adds time. The new plaster then needs a few days to a week to dry before painting.
Can you fix a ceiling after a leak?
Yes, once the leak has been fixed and the ceiling has dried out. We repair or replace the damaged section and skim it so it matches the rest of the ceiling.
Will ceiling work make a mess?
Ceiling work is dustier than walls, so we sheet the floor and furniture and clear up properly before we leave. It helps if you can empty the room or move things into the middle.
Which areas do you cover?
Poole, Bournemouth, Christchurch, Wimborne and the rest of Dorset, from our base in Organford.