Up-to-date plastering & rendering prices for 2026 — low, average and high UK rates for 7 common jobs, plus what affects the price and how to hire well.
Plastering is the trade that turns building work into finished rooms. Whether you need a single wall skimmed, a whole house re-plastered after a renovation, or external rendering, the flatness and finish of the plasterwork determines how good every coat of paint afterwards will look. HireTrades lets you compare local plasterers by verified reviews and past work before you request quotes.
| Service | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
Plaster a small room per room | £400 | 550 | £700 |
Plaster a medium room per room | £600 | 800 | £1,000 |
Plaster a ceiling per ceiling | £250 | 375 | £500 |
External render (per m²) per m² | £50 | 70 | £90 |
Patch repair plastering per patch | £100 | 175 | £250 |
Artex removal (ceiling) per ceiling | £300 | 450 | £600 |
Coving installation per metre | £8 | 11 | £15 |
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Skimming a single wall typically costs £100–£200, a full room (walls and ceiling) £400–£700, and a complete three-bedroom house re-skim £2,500–£4,500. Plasterboarding and skimming a ceiling runs £250–£450 per room. External rendering of a semi-detached house usually costs £4,000–£8,000 depending on the system used. Plasterers typically charge day rates of £180–£280, with London and the South East at the higher end.
Ask any plasterer you are considering whether your walls need a full float-and-set or just a skim coat over existing plaster — an honest answer to this question is a good character test. For older properties with lime plaster, check the plasterer has worked with lime before, as modern gypsum over lime causes problems. For rendering and external work, ask about materials (sand-cement, monocouche, silicone render) and expected lifespan. Confirm dust protection and floor covering are part of the job.
On HireTrades every plasterer's finish quality is visible through verified reviews and photos from completed jobs. Post your job for free, describe the rooms and current wall condition, and receive competitive quotes from local plasterers who take pride in a flat, crack-free finish.
In 2026, plaster a small room typically costs between £400 and £700 (per room) in the UK, with an average of around £550. Prices in London and the South East tend to sit at the higher end. Get multiple quotes from verified local professionals on HireTrades to find the best price for your job.
In 2026, plaster a medium room typically costs between £600 and £1,000 (per room) in the UK, with an average of around £800. Prices in London and the South East tend to sit at the higher end. Get multiple quotes from verified local professionals on HireTrades to find the best price for your job.
In 2026, plaster a ceiling typically costs between £250 and £500 (per ceiling) in the UK, with an average of around £375. Prices in London and the South East tend to sit at the higher end. Get multiple quotes from verified local professionals on HireTrades to find the best price for your job.
In 2026, external render (per m²) typically costs between £50 and £90 (per m²) in the UK, with an average of around £70. Prices in London and the South East tend to sit at the higher end. Get multiple quotes from verified local professionals on HireTrades to find the best price for your job.
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