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Although the inclusion of lime is optional, adding it increases the workability of the mixture. Workability is the degree of consistency and plasticity that will permit the plaster to be applied readily onto the surface. The surface should be rough and, before plaster is applied, must be wet. Then a very thin layer of pure cement paste is applied and worked over with a steel trowel, sponge and even sand papered to make the finish smooth and even
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Types of Plastering
Cement Based Plaster Lime Plaster Clay Plaster
Application of Plastering
Sprayi ng
vs
Hand Application
PLUMB BOB
HAND LEVEL
FINISHING TROWELS
PLASTERER HAWKS