To calculate the constant for wall plaster, you typically need to consider several

factors such as the thickness of the plaster, the area to be plastered, the type of
plaster material, and possibly other factors such as wastage or labor costs. The
constant is essentially a coefficient that helps in estimating the quantity of materials
required for plastering.

Here's a simplified formula for calculating the constant for wall plaster:

Constant = (Volume of plaster required) / (Area of plastered surface)

To calculate the volume of plaster required, you can use the formula:

Volume of plaster = Thickness of plaster * Area of plastered surface

Let's say you want to plaster a wall with a thickness of 20mm (0.02 meters) and the
area to be plastered is 10 square meters. You'd first calculate the volume of plaster
required:

Volume of plaster = 0.02 meters * 10 square meters = 0.2 cubic meters

Then, you'd calculate the constant:

Constant = 0.2 cubic meters / 10 square meters = 0.02 cubic meters per square
meter

This means you would need 0.02 cubic meters of plaster for every square meter of
wall area.

However, please note that this is a simplified calculation and may not account for all
factors involved in actual plastering projects. Depending on the specific requirements
of your project, you may need to adjust the constant to account for factors such as
wastage, surface irregularities, or labor efficiency. It's always a good idea to consult
with a professional or refer to construction industry standards for more accurate
estimates.