Plastering is the process of applying plaster to internal walls. Plaster is a construction material that coats and protects the inside walls and ceilings. It is also used to decorate the walls as it can be formed into crown cornices, ceiling roses, corbels and other architectural mouldings.

Your local college or training provider may offer plastering courses. You could study for a Level 1 Award in Construction Skills – Plastering, Level 2 Diploma in Plastering or Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Plastering.

For the purpose of preparation of mortar for lime plaster, fine aggregate has to be added to lime. The fine aggregate can be in the form of natural sand, crushed stone sand, stone dust, marble dust, flyash or surkhi. The aggregate should be hard, durable, chemically inert, free from organic impurities etc.