Smoothing damaged, textured or old plaster walls with thin coats of compound for a flawless, paint-ready surface.
Some walls are beyond patching. Heavy texture, scarred wallpaper residue, patchy old repairs, cracked plaster and uneven surfaces all benefit from skim coating, which is a thin layer of joint compound applied across the whole wall to create a uniform, smooth plane. It is how professionals turn an average wall into one that looks custom under any light. Plaster repair is a related craft, since old plaster has its own cracks, loose areas and surface quirks. In Nashville homes with older plaster or textured walls, skim coating can change a room more than new paint alone.
We inspect the walls, secure loose plaster, repair cracks and clean the surface. We apply a bonding primer, then two or more thin coats of compound using wide knives, sanding between coats. After a final sanding and dust cleanup, we prime and paint. For plaster, we use appropriate products so repairs bond well and move with the old wall. We keep the work tidy with plastic sheeting and give you a realistic schedule, since drying time is part of the process.
Thin coats of compound across the entire wall give a uniform surface that paint finishes beautifully.
Old plaster needs secure anchoring, careful crack repair and compatible products to last.
Heavy orange peel or knockdown can be skimmed away for a modern, smooth look.
Drying time between coats matters, and we give a realistic timeline.
Know the condition.
Stable surface.
Good adhesion.
Smooth plane.
A clean room.
Ready to finish.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Topic guideDrywall Finish LevelsWhat finish levels zero through five mean, which to choose for your paint and lighting and why smoother…Learn more 
Topic guideDrywall Texture TypesSmooth, orange peel, knockdown, skip trowel, slap brush and popcorn textures compared for look, upkeep and repair.Learn more 
Top brandLevel 5A drywall tool brand with knives, mud pans, corner tools and finishing equipment used by professional crews.Learn more Enter wall and ceiling sizes to see how many sheets, how much compound, tape and screws a drywall job needs.
You tell us what you want painted or repaired and when, and we set an estimate visit that fits your day.
We look at the walls, ceilings, trim or exterior, check the condition and note repairs and prep.
You get a plain written scope with products, coats and schedule, and help choosing colors and sheens.
We protect your home, then clean, scrape, sand, patch, caulk and prime so paint bonds and lasts.
We paint ceilings, walls, trim and doors in order, with proper dry time and clean, crisp lines.
We clean up, walk the finished work with you, fix touch-ups and explain how to care for the finish.
A thin coat of joint compound across the whole wall to smooth it. It is often done in layers.
After removing wallpaper and washing the wall, yes. We prime first.
For heavily damaged or textured walls, yes. For small repairs, patching is enough.
A room often takes several days with drying time.
Yes. We secure loose areas, fill cracks and finish the surface.
Wallpaper RemovalCareful wallpaper and adhesive removal with wall repair and priming so walls are smooth and ready to paint.Explore 
Drywall Texture MatchingMatching orange peel, knockdown, skip trowel and other wall and ceiling textures so repairs blend in.Explore 
Drywall Taping and FinishingTaping, mudding and sanding to the finish level your paint needs, from standard to smooth skim-coated walls.Explore 
Popcorn Ceiling RemovalCareful popcorn texture removal with full protection, skim coating and smooth, freshly painted ceilings.Explore Tell us about your project and we will call you back to set up a visit.
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