This kind of plaster was implemented in the 1800s and was used in homes up until the 1950s when drywall became the wall medium of choice because it is sturdier than plaster.
Hanging drywall on old horse hair plaster walls.
Horsehair plaster also known as lath and plaster is typically found in older homes and homes of significant historical value this practice is not commonly used today.
Removing old plaster and lath to replace it with drywall is very messy generating lots of dust and debris that needs to be hauled away.
Once old plaster is stabilized the walls are usually sound enough for new drywall.
Some plaster used in older homes contains horsehair which was added to give it greater resistance to cracking.
Most of the handy devices for hanging things on our walls were designed for drywall not plaster.
I ve drywalled over old plaster walls and ceilings in a 3 story 1600 sq.
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However you can still find a lot of homes with horsehair plaster.
Pry off the baseboards window and door trim and crown molding in the room with the flat end of a pry bar.
Everyone wants to decorate their walls so learning how to hang things on plaster walls is important for every homeowner to learn.
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