Description
Apply plaster to a prepared surface manually or using a mechanical plaster spreader. Finish the plaster layer with a plastering trowel or screed. Polish the surface to a matte finish to make sure any other coverings adhere to the surface. Inspect the result and retouch if necessary.
Alternative labels
plastering a surface
applying plaster
plastering of a surface
apply plaster
plaster application
plastering of surfaces
surface plastering
plastering surfaces
plastering
finishing plaster surface
application of plaster
finish plaster surface
Skill type
skill/competence
Skill reusability level
sector-specific
Relationships with occupations
Essential skill
Plaster surfaces is an essential skill of the following occupations:
Plasterer: Plasterers apply plaster made from gypsum, cement or other solutions to walls as a smooth finish. They mix dry plaster powder with water, then smear the resulting paste onto a wall. The plaster is then smoothed before it hardens and forms a solid coating on the wall.
Optional skill
Plaster surfaces is optional for these occupations. This means knowing this skill may be an asset for career advancement if you are in one of these occupations.
Plastering supervisor: Plastering supervisors monitor plastering activities. They assign tasks and take quick decisions to resolve problems.
Building construction worker: Building construction workers prepare and maintain building construction activities on construction sites. They perform preparation and clean-up work in order to assist specialised construction workers.
References
- Plaster surfaces – ESCO
