5 Best Plasterers in Newport for 2026

Newport's housing stock is a proper mixed bag, which keeps its plasterers busy in different ways across the city. You've got the Victorian terraces around Maindee and Stow Hill that often need lath and plaster ceilings replaced or old lime plaster stripped back, the interwar semis in Malpas and Bettws that usually just need a skim and repair, and newer estates out towards Duffryn or Langstone where dry lining and plasterboard work is more common. Add in the damp issues that crop up near the river Usk and the Wentloog levels, and you can see why a lot of local plasterers specialise in remedial work alongside standard skimming. Anyone renovating a period property in the older parts of the city will want someone comfortable working with traditional materials, not just modern boarding.

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Quick Comparison — Plasterers in Newport

#	Business	Rating	Reviews	Phone
1	BL Plastering South East Wales	⭐ 4.6	18	07523 007084	View →
2	Plaster Tech South Wales	⭐ 5.0	5	07403 324420	View →
3	Newport Plastering	⭐ 5.0	3	07415 528819	View →
4	Hawk Plastering	⭐ 5.0	3	07956 188232	View →
5	Mr Smooth Plastering	⭐ 4.0	4	07505 579249	View →

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BL Plastering South East Wales

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★★★★★ 4.6 (18 reviews)

Newport 07523 007084

BL Plastering South East Wales is a plastering business operating in and around Newport, covering both domestic and commercial projects. It handles skimming, rendering and general plaster repairs, with work reflected in a 4.6 rating from 18 reviews. The company serves the wider south east Wales region beyond the city itself.

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Plaster Tech South Wales

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★★★★★ 5.0 (5 reviews)

Newport 07403 324420

Rendering and skimming work makes up much of the workload at Plaster Tech South Wales, covering new plaster on bare walls as well as making good after damp repairs or rewiring. Based near Newport, the firm has built a small but perfect record, five reviews all rated five stars. Ceilings and artex removal are also part of the job list.

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Newport Plastering

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★★★★★ 5.0 (3 reviews)

Newport 07415 528819

Newport and the surrounding NP19 area are served by this plastering business, covering both new build work and renovation projects. Newport Plastering handles skimming, rendering and repair jobs for domestic properties, working directly with homeowners rather than through larger contractors.

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Hawk Plastering

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★★★★★ 5.0 (3 reviews)

Newport 07956 188232

Hawk Plastering is a plastering firm based in Newport, covering interior rendering, skimming and repair work for domestic and commercial properties. Jobs range from single-room patch-ups to full re-plastering of newer builds. Enquiries are handled through the company website, with work carried out across the NP20 area and beyond.

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Mr Smooth Plastering

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★★★★☆ 4.0 (4 reviews)

Newport 07505 579249

Newport and the surrounding areas are served by Mr Smooth Plastering, which handles both interior plastering and rendering work. Jobs range from small repairs and skimming to full replasters, with finishes prepared ready for decorating. Enquiries can be made through the company's website for further details on availability.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a plasterer cost in Newport?

For a standard skim on a ceiling in an average-sized room, expect somewhere between £150 and £300, depending on access and the state of the existing surface. A full re-plaster of a room, walls and ceiling included, tends to run from £600 to £1,200 in Newport, more if there's old lath and plaster to strip out first. Rendering an external wall is usually priced per square metre, often £30 to £50 per square metre depending on the finish and scaffolding needs. It's worth getting two or three quotes, because prices vary quite a bit between plasterers depending on how busy they are and what materials they're using.

How long does it take for new plaster to dry before painting?

Fresh plaster usually needs around five to seven days per coat to dry properly before you paint, though this depends on ventilation, room temperature and how thick the coat is. In damp Newport winters it can take longer, especially in older solid-wall properties near the river where moisture lingers. A mist coat of diluted emulsion first helps the paint bond properly rather than sitting on damp plaster. Rushing this step is one of the most common causes of blown or flaking paint later on.

Do I need planning permission for external rendering in Newport?

Most render jobs on a standard house don't need planning permission, as it usually counts as permitted development. That said, if your property is in a conservation area, such as parts of Stow Hill, or it's listed, you'll likely need consent before changing the external appearance. It's worth a quick call to Newport City Council's planning department to check before work starts, since rules can vary by street and property type. A decent local plasterer will usually know if your area needs a second look.

What's the difference between skimming and rendering?

Skimming is the thin, smooth top coat of plaster applied to interior walls and ceilings, usually over plasterboard or an existing base coat, to give a finish ready for painting. Rendering is the exterior equivalent, applied to outside walls for weatherproofing and appearance, and it's usually thicker and more durable to cope with wind and rain. Some plasterers do both, while others specialise in one or the other, so it's worth asking directly which they're most experienced with before booking a job.

Can a plasterer fix damp patches or do I need a separate damp specialist?

It depends on the cause. If the damp is just surface condensation or a small area affected by a leak that's already been fixed, most plasterers can strip back the affected plaster and make it good. But if there's rising damp, penetrating damp from a wider structural issue, or a persistent leak, you'll usually need a damp specialist to sort the root cause first. Plastering over an unresolved damp problem just means it comes back through the new plaster within months, so it's worth being upfront with whoever you hire about what's actually causing the damp.

What should I check before hiring a plasterer in Newport?

Ask to see photos of recent jobs, ideally similar to yours, whether that's a period ceiling repair or a modern extension skim. Check they carry public liability insurance and ask for proof rather than just taking their word for it. Read through recent customer reviews on public listings sites, not just the star rating but what people actually say about timekeeping and finish quality. Get a written quote that breaks down materials and labour, and get at least two or three quotes to compare before deciding. If a business carries a Trust Verified badge on this page, that means it's been through additional checks on qualifications, insurance and trading history, but for anyone without that badge, it's down to you to do that legwork yourself before agreeing to any work.

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