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Skim coating
Skim coating with SDS-INVEST
We prepare smooth walls and ceilings for painting. The levelling scope is tailored to the plaster condition and expected surface standard.
Substrate assessment
We check substrate stability, moisture and unevenness. We agree removal of loose coatings, priming and repairs before skim coating.
Application and sanding
We apply skim coats in accordance with the material specification. Once dry, we sand and inspect the surface under suitable lighting. Greater wall deviations may require separate levelling.
Preparation for painting
We agree dust removal, priming and subsequent painting as clearly defined stages. Include the area, photos and details of planned interior lighting in your enquiry.
Poradniki: Skim coating
How should walls be prepared for a skim-coating quotation?
Send full-surface photos and close-ups of cracks and damage. Mention previous leaks, wallpaper and old coatings. State wall and ceiling areas separately.
Agree the required finish with the planned paint and lighting in mind. Major unevenness and repairs should be priced separately.
How should skim coating and painting be coordinated?
Allow time for drying, finishing and dust removal. Products must suit the substrate and manufacturer's instructions, so one drying time cannot be assumed for every room.
Inspect surfaces under the agreed lighting before painting. Confirm who is responsible for priming and any touch-ups.
More technical information: Skim coat application guide — Knauf. Execution details are matched to the design and the documentation of the products used.
FAQ — frequently asked questions
Will skim coat straighten an uneven wall?
Skim coat is for final surface smoothing. Larger deviations may need levelling with another method first.
Can skim coat be applied over old paint?
Only after checking adhesion and substrate compatibility with the chosen material. Flaking or poorly bonded layers must be removed first.
Does skim coating include painting?
Not automatically. The quotation should separately specify substrate preparation, skim coating, sanding, dust removal, priming and painting.
Why plan lighting in advance?
Light grazing a surface highlights unevenness. Knowing the lighting helps agree the appropriate finish standard.
What is included in the price?
Skim-coating prices cover the final smoothing of a stable substrate. The quotation specifies the area, number of coats and required finish; the base price-list item includes two coats and sanding.
The price includes
- Application of the agreed skim-coat layers.
- Surface sanding and checking the agreed finish standard.
- Filling compound and specified auxiliary materials in the materials-inclusive option.
Separate quotation
- Straightening walls and substantial levelling with plaster or mortar.
- Removal of old coatings, crack repairs and strengthening weak substrates.
- Priming, dust removal before painting and painting, unless specified in the scope.
We confirm the final scope, materials and payment basis in an individual offer before work begins.
Let us define your project scope
We work in Bielsko-Biała and the surrounding region, including Żywiec, Cieszyn, Czechowice-Dziedzice, Pszczyna, Oświęcim, Kęty and Katowice. Describe your project — we will confirm the scope, availability and quotation process.
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