You can do plastering yourself, as long as you’re well prepared. Don’t expect a masterpiece on your first day, but with patience you’ll get far.

What you’ll need:

• Bucket + mixer
• Plastering trowel and straightedge
• Masking materials
• Plastering mortar (gypsum or cement, depending on the space)
• Primer

Step-by-step guide:

1. Prepare
   • Masking the floors and window frames.
   • Clean the walls and prime them.
2. Mixing the plaster
   • Follow the instructions on the packaging carefully: too dry or too wet won’t work well.
3. Applying first layer
   • Start at the bottom and work your way up in strips.
   • Apply an even layer of about 5–8 mm.
4. Leveling
   • Use a straightedge to level the surface.
   • Fill holes immediately.
5. Trimming
   • Once it has slightly set, smooth it with the trowel.
6. Drying and touch-ups
   • Optionally sand lightly for a paint-ready finish.

Pro-tip: Work in sections that aren’t too large; plaster dries quickly.