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As part of home maintenance repairs,  ensure any plaster crack repairs are done by the experts, Unique Finishes Plastering

You might think of home maintenance as tasks like repainting every 10 years, but maintaining plastered surfaces involves more than just appearances. A comprehensive maintenance routine should include regular inspections for surface wear, proper cleaning, sealant updates, and care for vulnerable areas such as corners or high-traffic zones.

The Importance of Plaster Maintenance:
Plastered surfaces, both inside and outside your home, are subject to normal wear and tear, weather exposure, and occasional impacts. If left unchecked, issues such as water ingress or surface deterioration can lead to more extensive damage. Proper maintenance not only enhances the longevity of your plaster but also protects the underlying structure of your home.

Key elements of a plaster maintenance routine include:
Regular Inspections: Checking for signs of wear, damage, or loose plaster to address issues early.
Sealant Replacement: Ensuring sealants remain effective to protect against moisture, avoiding water ingress and environmental elements.
Professional Cleaning and Care: You will need to clean your plaster finish every 12 to 18 months using a cleaning product suitable for your specific type of plaster.
Damage Prevention: Protecting vulnerable areas such as edges and corners from impacts or moisture exposure.

Care Tips for Polished and Decorative Plasters:
Wall Cleaning -  For normal dusting use a clean dry microfiber cloth.
To remove scuff marks use a slightly damp microfiber cloth and gently rub over the marks in a circular movement. A magic eraser can also be used but test on a small, preferably ‘hidden’, spot first. For more persistent scuff marks, use a small amount of clear glass & surface cleaner sprayed onto a damp microfiber cloth and gently rub over the marks in a circular movement. It is important to test on a small, preferably ‘hidden’, spot first.
Minor Repairs: For small holes or chips using a putty knife, fill hole/chip with matching polished plaster, overfill slightly as this will shrink back when it dries but localise plaster to repair area only. Once dry carefully knife off excess plaster and give the area a light sand with 180 and 320 grit sandpaper.
Sealing: Ensure surfaces exposed to moisture or high traffic are adequately sealed to prevent stains and damage.

Why Choose Unique Finishes Plastering?
Our skilled team offers a complete range of maintenance services tailored to your home’s specific needs, including:
Comprehensive plaster inspections to identify early signs of wear or damage.
Guidance on preventative care and maintenance techniques to protect your surfaces.
Repairs of small chips or damage using matching materials for seamless results.
Expert cleaning on exterior walls and care for specialised finishes, using Ambitec-recommended methods for polished plasters like Venetian and Milano styles.

Get in touch today to protect and enhance your plastered surfaces!
Contact us now to schedule an inspection or discuss your maintenance needs.

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Avondale-based Unique Finishes Plastering offers expert plaster crack repairs across Auckland

  • Professionally done crack repairs with high-quality materials for lasting results
  • Our detailed assessment identifies root causes of cracks, preventing future damage
  • Prompt services, adhering to safety standards to minimise disruption
Unique Finishes Plastering works across the greater Auckland region from Orewa to Pukekohe

Leaky home plaster repairs


Between the late 1980s and the early 2000s sub-standard building, particularly with plaster-style monolithic cladding meant that a lot of homes built during that time have subsequently become 'leaky homes'.

This is a result of moisture getting between the outer cladding (plaster) and the inside walls because the buildings were not weathertight.

If you are dealing with a leaky home, we can assist with repairs to your plaster as part of the remedial work. Contact us today to discuss how we can help restore your home and protect it for the future!

SIGNS OF A LEAKY BUILDING INCLUDE:

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  • Cracking in the plaster
  • Discoloration of the plaster
  • Bubbling or blistering of the plaster
  • Efflorescence (white or grayish deposits) on the plaster
  • Mold or mildew growth on the plaster
  • Sagging or deformation of the plaster
  • Loose or missing pieces of plaster
  • Visible water stains on the plaster
  • Deteriorating render (if applicable)
  • Visible water ingress points around windows and doors

Expert solutions for plaster crack repairs

At Unique Finishes Plastering, we offer a professional plaster crack repair service that begins with a thorough inspection and assessment to understand the cause, size, degree, direction, and pattern of any cracks to ensure the best repair method is used. We also check for loose plaster and drummy plaster. Once we have an approved plan, we carry out all remedial work using high-quality plaster materials matched to your home for seamless repairs. We also replace sealant around doors, windows, and expansion joints when necessary.

Cracks in plaster can appear for several reasons, including:
  • Water damage from leaks or underground issues.
  • Lack of control joints to allow for building movement.
  • Insufficient clearance between cladding and ground level.
  • Ground movement caused by settlement, subsidence, or tree roots.
  • Natural events such as earthquakes.
  • Extreme temperature fluctuations.

If left unrepaired, cracks can worsen over time, allowing water ingress that can lead to more significant issues such as structural damage.

Our skilled team adheres to rigorous safety standards and ensures minimal disruption during the repair process, completing projects efficiently and within agreed timeframes. If you're planning more extensive renovations or new plastering work, we also offer full interior and exterior plastering services across the greater Auckland region.

Contact us today to schedule an inspection or request an accurate quote.
Auckland region from Orewa to Pukekohe