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Our expert advice articles provide insights into the manufacture, installation and restoration of decorative plaster mouldings. Drawing on more than 30 years of experience, we share practical guidance on cornices, ceiling roses, decorative ceilings, heritage restoration and bespoke plasterwork.
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Explore our growing collection of articles covering decorative plasterwork, manufacturing techniques, installation methods and restoration projects.
Why Proper Drying Matters in Plaster Moulding Manufacture
Learn why controlled drying during manufacture plays a crucial role in the long-term stability, strength and performance of decorative plaster mouldings.
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Discover the most common causes of cornice cracking, from building movement and poor installation practices to manufacturing and fixing methods.
Cornice vs Coving: What’s the Difference?
Understand the key differences between cornice and coving, when each should be used, and which option is best suited to period properties, modern homes and restoration projects.
How Much Does Cornice Installation Cost?
Learn what affects the cost of cornice installation, including room size, profile complexity, property type, access requirements and whether bespoke manufacture or restoration work is required.
How LED Lighting Mouldings Transform a Room
Discover how LED lighting mouldings combine decorative plasterwork with modern lighting technology to create ambient illumination, highlight architectural features and transform both traditional and contemporary interiors.
Best Cornice Styles for Period Properties
Discover the most popular cornice styles for Georgian, Victorian, Edwardian and Arts & Crafts homes. Learn how choosing the correct profile can preserve architectural character, complement original features and enhance the authenticity of a period property.
Can Damaged Cornice Be Repaired?
Discover how cracked, water-damaged and missing sections of plaster cornice can often be repaired or replicated. Learn when restoration is possible, when replacement may be necessary and how professional repairs can preserve the character of a period property.
Modern Interior Design with Traditional Cornice
Traditional plaster cornice is no longer reserved for period properties. Discover how decorative mouldings are being used in contemporary interiors to add character, architectural interest and a premium finish to modern homes.
Topics We Cover
- Decorative plaster mouldings
- Cornices and coving
- Ceiling roses and decorative ceilings
- Heritage restoration
- Bespoke plaster manufacture
- Installation best practice
- Common causes of cracking and failure
- Period property restoration
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