Drywall or Plaster Walls?
#1
02-18-04, 06:38 PM
Drywall or Plaster Walls?
Just curious what the pros and cons of drywall vs. plaster walls are for a basement remodel. Does plaster hide more framing variations or vice versa?
THanks for any info
Lou
THanks for any info
Lou
#2
02-18-04, 08:33 PM
You will be hard pressed to find anyone who will plaster using the old methods. Now it is done as a finish coat over blueboard panels. The panels will reflect deficiencies like drywall, although the plaster coat may help towards hiding it. There is an obvious cost increase though.
#3
02-19-04, 03:16 AM
sorry I guess I should have stated, drywall vs. blue-board plaster.
I guess the reason im asking is that I am good friends with someone who does plaster and Im sure I would only have to pay for materials and a little something for him. I still havent priced it out though for a cost comparison.
I was just wondering if there are any pros and cons to doing it either way in a basement environment, without looking at cost.
I guess the reason im asking is that I am good friends with someone who does plaster and Im sure I would only have to pay for materials and a little something for him. I still havent priced it out though for a cost comparison.
I was just wondering if there are any pros and cons to doing it either way in a basement environment, without looking at cost.
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02-19-04, 05:45 AM
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If you can get veneer plaster done for cheap then do it. It will take less time and the walls will be strong and straight. A good plasterer will straighten any wavy wall. For diy then drywall is the way to go. Also drywall is a lot cheaper.
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Coops is right on the money here, plaster wall will be superior to drywall, but you're gonna pay for it, if you can get a good deal it's definitely the way to go.
