Patching and Plastering - Extend drying time?
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MegS.
10-22-03, 12:56 PM
I am using a dry plaster mix to create a new ceiling in my kitchen, unfortunately the plaster mix is drying before I can get it up.
I'm mixing only enough to put up in 20 min or so, but it thickened and when I readded water, it bacame hard and lumpy within minutes. I thought there was another ingredient I could add to help the plaster keep a good consistancy for longer. Is there?
Thanks!
I'm mixing only enough to put up in 20 min or so, but it thickened and when I readded water, it bacame hard and lumpy within minutes. I thought there was another ingredient I could add to help the plaster keep a good consistancy for longer. Is there?
Thanks!
coops28
10-22-03, 02:50 PM
What exactly are you trying to do? You might be able to use a different product that will dry slower. If not, check with your local plaster or drywall distributor and ask about a retarder. When it's time to set up its gone. Can't add water or anything.