Caireann 1 Report post Posted November 30, 2009 (edited) I read in the HDB renovation guide that plastering of ceilings is not allowed. On the other hand I have seen falts where the previosly lousy looking ceiling has been plastred. Does anyone know whats going on here? Here: OpenDocument it sais: Examples of Renovation Works Not Allowed: Plastering of ceilings. Edited December 1, 2009 by Caireann Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
bepgof 20 Report post Posted December 1, 2009 Indeed quite interesting clause, who will apply permit to do "ceiling plastering"? False ceiling is more cost effectiveness than making ceiling uneven than do a plastering. The ceiling painting itself already very tiring. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Caireann 1 Report post Posted December 1, 2009 Indeed quite interesting clause, who will apply permit to do "ceiling plastering"? False ceiling is more cost effectiveness than making ceiling uneven than do a plastering. The ceiling painting itself already very tiring.Now I know why all walls in the flat I bought look smooth while the ceiling looks rough. The renovation guide shows where have to apply and where not. Since the ceiling is not mentioned in the main part I think everyone just assumes: no need to apply permit because its nothing much. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SolutionProvider 0 Report post Posted December 1, 2009 Plastering is not allow for HDB ceiling, but you can go for skimming. Skimming is a applying a very thin layer of finishes on to the ceiling to make it more even. but the existing paint must be remove before application. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
purecat 0 Report post Posted December 4, 2009 Plastering is not allow for HDB ceiling, but you can go for skimming. Skimming is a applying a very thin layer of finishes on to the ceiling to make it more even. but the existing paint must be remove before application. actually why is it not allowed huh ? curious to know also. because planning to do for upcoming flat. i recheck my old quotation, it did say plastering of ceiling- two bedrooms ( but we dunno if the contractor then did apply permit or not ) how to tell if it is plastering or skimming ? the concern is what will happen when HDB come check the flat after we submit the resale docs. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SolutionProvider 0 Report post Posted December 6, 2009 actually why is it not allowed huh ? curious to know also. because planning to do for upcoming flat. i recheck my old quotation, it did say plastering of ceiling- two bedrooms ( but we dunno if the contractor then did apply permit or not ) how to tell if it is plastering or skimming ? the concern is what will happen when HDB come check the flat after we submit the resale docs. Plastering consist of cement, sand and water. The thickness of plater is 5 mm or more. Skimming consist only powder mix with water and is like a flour mix. The thickness is not more than 2mm. The weight of a plaster is much more heavy than skim coat, if not done correctly, the plaster will fall off from the ceiling. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
purecat 0 Report post Posted December 6, 2009 Plastering consist of cement, sand and water. The thickness of plater is 5 mm or more. Skimming consist only powder mix with water and is like a flour mix. The thickness is not more than 2mm. The weight of a plaster is much more heavy than skim coat, if not done correctly, the plaster will fall off from the ceiling. icic thks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SolutionProvider 0 Report post Posted December 7, 2009 icic thks. U r most welcome! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
