Can this plasterboard be salvaged?
Discussion
I’m removing an old kitchen before my new one is professionally fitted.
I’ve removed the tiles, which will be replaced with a full-sized quartz splashback. Most have come off with ease, leaving only residual tile adhesive. Others damaged the plasterboard as they came away.
Do you think I could get away with using an orbital sander to remove the old tile adhesive and then some plaster filler to repair the holes, or should I just get a plasterer in to fit new plasterbord?
I presume quartz splashbacks are fitted dot and dab style, so any minor imperfection in the wall can be compensated for. The window ledge is a bit far gone, mind.
Still, I’d welcome some opinions on the best sensible route.
I’ve removed the tiles, which will be replaced with a full-sized quartz splashback. Most have come off with ease, leaving only residual tile adhesive. Others damaged the plasterboard as they came away.
Do you think I could get away with using an orbital sander to remove the old tile adhesive and then some plaster filler to repair the holes, or should I just get a plasterer in to fit new plasterbord?
I presume quartz splashbacks are fitted dot and dab style, so any minor imperfection in the wall can be compensated for. The window ledge is a bit far gone, mind.
Still, I’d welcome some opinions on the best sensible route.
OutInTheShed said:
I have a set of 'Pound Shop Chisels' which I'd try.
As luck would have it, I randomly tried some chisels this morning. They were very effective!I’ve cut out the damaged bits of plasterboard and will fill with filler then sand flat. I think I will just about get away with it.
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