Horse-Hair Plaster Restoration Boston

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Freshly re-plastered horse-hair plaster walls in a historic Jamaica Plain home.

Preserve your historic walls with expert plaster restoration.


Horse-hair plaster is a defining feature of Boston’s oldest homes—but it’s fragile. Vibrations, age, and poor patching often leave unsightly damage.

Ryan Painting restores horse-hair plaster using traditional methods to stabilize, patch, and resurface aged walls. We’ve repaired historic interiors in Beacon Hill, Roxbury, and Brookline.

  • Assess and stabilize loose areas

  • Inject bonding agent or screws with plaster washers

  • Skim with veneer plaster or compound

  • Match texture and finish

Typical Cost

Pricing varies by scope; typical projects range $1,000–$4,500 for wall sections or full rooms.

Case Study

A Jamaica Plain single multi-family had bowed horse-hair walls and crumbling corners. We secured the plaster with washers and skimmed the entire room for a like-new surface.

Freshly repaired and repainted horse-hair walls in Jamaica Plain.

FAQs

 Is full replacement necessary?

 Not always—restoration is often stronger and preserves the home’s character.

Do you offer historic color consulting?

Yes—especially for period-correct finishes.

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Keep your home’s history intact—book a plaster restoration today.