8 Best Plasterers in Doncaster for 2026

Doncaster's housing stock throws up a fair bit of variety for plasterers to deal with, from Victorian terraces around the Hyde Park and Balby areas with their lime-based walls, to the newer estates springing up near Lakeside and Hatfield where dry lining and skim coats over plasterboard are the norm. Older properties in places like Bentley or Wheatley often need a plasterer who understands lath and plaster ceilings and how to patch them without the whole thing coming down, while a lot of the ex-council stock dotted around the borough just needs straightforward re-skimming after damp issues have been sorted. Because the town sits between Sheffield and Leeds, plenty of tradespeople cover a wide radius, so you'll find plasterers based in Doncaster itself but happy to take on jobs out towards Thorne, Mexborough or Adwick.

The businesses featured here are pulled from public business listings and ranked mainly by review rating and how many reviews they've built up, with a modest boost given to those showing a working website and phone number. We check each business's homepage to confirm plastering is genuinely what they do day to day, which stops general builders or unrelated trades slipping onto this page. Any listing flagged as permanently closed gets removed automatically as part of that process. Where you spot a Trust Verified badge, that business has gone through our fuller verification, covering trade qualifications and accreditations, public liability insurance, trading history, customer review history and registered company information (our How We Verify page sets out exactly what that involves). For any business without that badge, those checks haven't been done by us, so it's down to you to look into them before booking.

Before agreeing to any work, ask to see evidence of public liability insurance and find out how long they've been trading locally. It's worth requesting photos of recent jobs, ideally similar to yours, whether that's a full render on a bay window extension or a simple skim on a bedroom ceiling. Get at least two or three quotes, since prices for the same job can vary by a surprising margin across Doncaster, and a written quote should specify materials, drying times and whether they're removing old plaster or skimming over existing surfaces. Don't be afraid to ask about aftercare either, since new plaster needs proper ventilation and a few coats of mist paint before a full colour goes on.

How We Select & Rate The Best Plasterers in Doncaster

Businesses on this page are drawn from public business listings and ranked according to review rating and review count, with a small lift given to those with a working website and phone number. We check each homepage to confirm plastering work is what the business primarily offers, which keeps unrelated trades off the page, and listings flagged as permanently closed are removed automatically. Where a business carries our Trust Verified badge, it has additionally passed full verification covering trade qualifications and accreditations, public liability insurance, trading history, customer review history and registered company information (see our How We Verify page for details). Businesses without that badge haven't been independently verified by us, and inclusion here isn't an endorsement, so do your own checks before hiring anyone.

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Quick Comparison: Plasterers in Doncaster

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Phone
1	DNA Plastering	⭐ 5.0	17	07738 014803	View →
2	CTC Plastering & Damp Proofing	⭐ 5.0	10	07792 813401	View →
3	Jonathan spong interior plastering services	⭐ 5.0	9	07397 197142	View →
4	Plasterers doncaster	⭐ 5.0	8	07518 223012	View →
5	Oracle Rendering & Plastering Solutions Ltd	⭐ 4.8	9	07791 802429	View →
6	Colourtex Plastering	⭐ 5.0	7	07747 083922	View →
7	Dr Plastering Ltd	⭐ 5.0	5	01302 481284	View →
8	Ellis plastering services ltd	⭐ 4.3	6	01302 310432	View →

Our Top Picks

DNA Plastering

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★★★★★ 5.0 (17 reviews)

Doncaster 07738 014803

Plastering work across Doncaster covers new-build finishes, re-skimming and repairs to walls and ceilings damaged by damp or age. DNA Plastering has built up a run of five-star feedback from 17 reviews, reflecting consistency in the finish left behind for clients. Jobs range from single-room skims to full house renders.

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CTC Plastering & Damp Proofing

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★★★★★ 5.0 (10 reviews)

Doncaster 07792 813401

Plastering and damp proofing work covers Doncaster and the surrounding villages, taking in everything from re-skimming ceilings to treating rising damp before it spreads. CTC Plastering & Damp Proofing has built up a five-star record from ten Google reviews, suggesting consistency across smaller domestic jobs as well as larger renovation projects.

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Jonathan spong interior plastering services

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★★★★★ 5.0 (9 reviews)

Doncaster 07397 197142

Jonathan Spong Interior Plastering Services covers plastering work in Doncaster, from skimming and rendering to repair jobs on ceilings and walls. The business has built a five star rating from nine reviews, reflecting consistency across a small but steady client base rather than volume of work. Enquiries can be made through its website.

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Plasterers doncaster

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★★★★★ 5.0 (8 reviews)

Doncaster 07518 223012

Covering Doncaster and the surrounding area, Plasterers Doncaster carries out rendering, coloured render, and damp proofing alongside standard plastering and patch repairs. The business holds a five-star rating across its Google reviews. Work spans both interior and exterior projects, including drylining and leak repairs.

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Oracle Rendering & Plastering Solutions Ltd

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★★★★★ 4.8 (9 reviews)

Doncaster 07791 802429

Oracle Rendering & Plastering Solutions Ltd works largely on older Doncaster housing stock, dealing with uneven walls and damp-prone plaster that newer builds rarely present. Rendering forms a good part of the workload alongside internal plastering, with jobs often needing repair before finishing coats go on. Reviews average 4.8 from 9 clients.

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Colourtex Plastering

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★★★★★ 5.0 (7 reviews)

Doncaster 07747 083922

Doncaster and the surrounding DN6 area are served by Colourtex Plastering, covering both interior finishing and rendering work. Seven reviews on Google have all returned a five star rating, suggesting a consistent standard across jobs. The firm's website sets out its full range of services for anyone planning a renovation.

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Dr Plastering Ltd

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★★★★★ 5.0 (5 reviews)

Doncaster 01302 481284

Dr Plastering Ltd covers a wide range of interior and exterior work from its Doncaster base, including drylining, SFS systems, suspended ceilings, partitions, rendering, and sound-proofing alongside standard two-coat plastering. The breadth of systems on offer suggests a contractor comfortable with both domestic finishes and more technically specified commercial installations. A five-star Google rating across its current reviews adds a degree of independent endorsement to that range.

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Ellis plastering services ltd

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★★★★☆ 4.3 (6 reviews)

Doncaster 01302 310432

Ellis Plastering Services Ltd works across Doncaster, covering both domestic plastering and general repair work. The company has built up a rating of 4.3 from local customers, reflecting consistent standards on smaller jobs as well as full room re-plasters. Enquiries can be made directly through its website.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a plasterer cost in Doncaster?

Skimming a standard bedroom ceiling typically runs from around £150 to £250, while a full room re-skim (walls and ceiling) in a terraced house might come to £400 to £700 depending on the size and condition of the surfaces. Rendering an external wall costs more, often £35 to £60 per square metre depending on the finish, with pebbledash or K-rend pushing towards the higher end. Prices shift depending on how much prep work is needed, such as removing old blown plaster or dealing with damp patches, so it's normal to get two or three quotes before deciding.

How long does plastering take to dry before I can paint?

Fresh plaster usually needs at least five to seven days per coat to dry properly, longer in colder months or poorly ventilated rooms. You shouldn't paint straight onto new plaster either, it needs a mist coat first (watered-down emulsion) before a full colour goes on, otherwise the paint can flake or the wall can look patchy. If you're in a hurry, ask your plasterer about drying times for the specific product they're using, as some quick-setting plasters cut this down a bit.

Do I need to move furniture out before plastering work starts?

Yes, ideally clear the room as much as possible, or at least push furniture into the centre and cover it well, since plastering is a messy job with dust and splashes going everywhere. Take down curtains, remove light switches and sockets if agreed with your plasterer beforehand, and lift carpets or cover flooring with dust sheets. Most plasterers will bring their own sheeting for floors, but it's worth checking this is included before the job starts rather than assuming.

Can a plasterer fix damp patches or do I need someone else first?

A plasterer can skim over a wall once the damp source has been sorted, but they won't usually fix the underlying cause, whether that's a leaking gutter, faulty damp-proof course, or condensation from poor ventilation. If you've got rising damp or penetrating damp, it's best to get a damp specialist or builder to identify and treat the cause first, then bring the plasterer in afterwards. Skimming over an active damp problem just means the plaster will blow again within months.

What's the difference between skimming and rendering?

Skimming is the thin, smooth top layer of plaster applied to interior walls and ceilings, usually plasterboard or an existing plastered surface, to give a flat finish ready for painting. Rendering is the exterior equivalent, a thicker protective and decorative coating applied to outside walls, often sand and cement, K-rend, or pebbledash. Some plasterers do both, but it's worth checking, as rendering needs different skills around weatherproofing and scaffolding access that not every interior plasterer offers.

How do I choose between plasterers in Doncaster?

Start by checking recent reviews across a couple of different public listing sites, not just one, to get a fuller picture of how reliable someone is. Ask to see photos of finished jobs similar to yours and, if possible, speak to a previous customer directly. Always ask for proof of public liability insurance and check how long they've been trading under their current business name. Get quotes from at least two or three plasterers, make sure each one is in writing and covers materials and timescale, and be wary of anyone unwilling to put anything down on paper.

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