float is used for scratching the plastering surfaces to make indentations so as to give a good mechanized bond with the subsequent coat. 3.3 Float Rule: This tool has a rule which is used to check the level of the plastered surface between the successive layers.

White cement/primer should be applied only after the plastering has dried completely. A coat of putty helps seal the tiny pores in the cement. Give another coat of primer and allow it to dry well. The emulsion paint could be applied only after the primer has dried.

Plastering – Definition 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.