Plaster Repair · Drywall Repair · Hudson Valley

Repair the wall. Keep the character.

Detailed plaster and drywall repairs for walls and ceilings, from historic wood-lath plaster to modern drywall. The goal is a sound repair that blends into the surrounding surface.

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Historic & modern homes
Plaster & drywall repairs
Hudson Valley · Westchester · NY
Repair Services

Not every wall needs to be replaced.

A damaged section can often be repaired while keeping the surrounding wall or ceiling intact.

Plaster and drywall repairs require more than simply filling a hole. The damaged area needs to be properly prepared, rebuilt and finished so the repair becomes part of the existing surface.

With older homes, that can mean working with the original wood lath and plaster system. With newer construction, it may mean repairing a damaged section of drywall and leaving it ready for paint.

I handle both types of repair, with the approach determined by the existing construction and the condition of the surrounding surface.

Historic plaster

Repairs to traditional wood-lath plaster walls and ceilings, including localized failures, missing sections and damaged areas.

Drywall

Small and large drywall patches for walls and ceilings, finished ready for painting.

Finish matching

Texture and surface character are considered so the repaired area works with the existing wall.

What I Repair

Plaster when it's plaster. Drywall when it's drywall.

The repair method follows the construction that's already there.

Historic Plaster Repair

For older homes with traditional plaster over wood lath, repairs are built back into the existing system rather than simply covering the damaged area.

  • Wood lath and plaster repairs
  • Wall and ceiling patches
  • Loose or failed plaster
  • Localized plaster damage
  • Plaster crack repairs
  • Veneer plaster finish
  • Blending with existing surfaces

Drywall Repair

From small holes to larger damaged sections, drywall repairs are rebuilt, taped and finished so the surface is ready for paint.

  • Small drywall patches
  • Large drywall repairs
  • Wall repairs
  • Ceiling repairs
  • Repairs after electrical or plumbing work
  • Damaged drywall sections
  • Ready-for-paint finish
Historic Plaster

Rebuilding a plaster repair from the base up.

When the original construction is worth preserving, the repair should work with that construction.

01

Assess the damage

The failed area is opened and examined to determine what remains sound and what needs to be rebuilt.

02

Stabilize the base

Loose material and compromised areas are stabilized. Wood lath can be repaired or replaced where necessary.

03

Build the patch

Mesh and appropriate plaster materials are used to rebuild the damaged section and connect it to the surrounding surface.

04

Blend the finish

The final plaster surface is brought into the surrounding field so the repair reads as part of the existing wall or ceiling.

Repair Work

From damaged structure to finished surface.

Examples of plaster repair work and drywall repairs completed by Deco Plaster Studio.

Wood lath and mesh prepared for historic plaster repair in the Hudson Valley
Hudson Valley, NY

Wood Lath & Plaster Repair

Preparing a damaged area over original wood lath before rebuilding the plaster surface.

Finished veneer plaster patch repair on a historic wall in the Hudson Valley
Hudson Valley, NY

Finished Plaster Patch

Veneer plaster finish applied to complete the repaired area and blend it into the surrounding surface.

Small drywall repair in Monsey New York
Monsey, NY

Small Drywall Repair

A localized drywall repair prepared for a smooth, paint-ready finish.

Large drywall repair in Monsey New York
Monsey, NY

Large Drywall Repair

A larger damaged section rebuilt and finished for a clean transition into the surrounding wall.

Drywall Repair

Small patch or large repair, it should disappear when painted.

Drywall damage can come from plumbing, electrical work, moving walls, doors, fixtures, water damage or everyday wear.

The repair is rebuilt and finished with attention to the surrounding surface, leaving the area ready for the next trade or for painting.

  • Small holes and patches
  • Larger wall and ceiling openings
  • Repairs around electrical and plumbing work
  • Tape, joint treatment and finish work
  • Paint-ready surfaces
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Small drywall patch repair in Monsey NY
Large drywall repair in Monsey NY
Common Repairs

What can be repaired?

If you're not sure whether your wall needs plaster repair or drywall repair, send photos and I can help determine the best approach.

Wall Patches

Damaged, opened or missing sections of plaster or drywall can be rebuilt and finished.

Ceiling Repairs

Localized ceiling damage, openings and failed plaster sections can be repaired without replacing the entire ceiling.

Cracks & Failed Areas

Existing cracks and areas of loose or failed plaster can be evaluated and repaired.

Post-Trade Repairs

Repairs after electrical, plumbing, HVAC or other work has opened a wall or ceiling.

Historic Homes

Repairs that take the original plaster and wood-lath construction into consideration.

Paint-Ready Finish

Repairs can be completed to a smooth, paint-ready surface for the painter.

Working Together

Homeowners, designers, contractors and builders.

Repair work often happens in the middle of a larger renovation. Clear coordination helps keep the project moving.

Homeowners

Repair damaged walls and ceilings without automatically replacing more of the original surface than necessary.

Designers & Architects

Detailed plaster repairs for restoration and renovation projects where the existing finish matters.

Contractors & Builders

Repair work after construction, plumbing, electrical or other trades have opened walls and ceilings.

Questions

Plaster & drywall repair questions

Do you repair historic plaster?

Yes. Historic plaster walls and ceilings, including traditional plaster over wood lath, can be repaired depending on the condition of the existing surface.

Do you repair drywall as well?

Yes. I provide both small and larger drywall repairs for walls and ceilings, including repairs that are finished ready for painting.

Can you match the existing plaster?

The surrounding surface is evaluated for texture, thickness and character so the repaired section can be blended into the existing plaster.

Can you repair a damaged plaster ceiling?

Yes. Localized damaged sections, openings, failed areas and cracks can be evaluated for repair.

Do I need to know whether I have plaster or drywall?

No. Send photos of the damaged area and the surrounding wall or ceiling. The construction can usually be identified from the photos before discussing the repair.

Do you finish repairs ready for paint?

Yes. Depending on the project, repairs can be completed to a smooth, paint-ready surface.

Service Area

Serving the Hudson Valley and surrounding New York areas.

Deco Plaster Studio provides plaster and drywall repair throughout the Hudson Valley, with select projects in Westchester and New York City.

Hudson Valley
Dutchess County
Ulster County
Orange County
Columbia County
Westchester
Manhattan
Select NYC Projects
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Have a damaged wall or ceiling?

Send a few photos of the area, tell me where the project is located, and let me know what happened. I can take a look and determine whether plaster repair or drywall repair is the right approach.

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