Ordinary cement won t work because as it dries it shrinks.
Cement board ceiling repair.
How to replace lath plaster with cement board.
Cement backer board is a mineral based pre fabricated wall unit usually 1 4 inch or 1 2 inch thick and 3 feet by 5 feet long.
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It is made of cement water silica limestone flour and fibers such as kevlar or fiberglass for increased strength.
The soil can set causing the foundation to shift and concrete ceiling crack repair becomes necessary.
The concrete or support structure are beginning to fail.
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The repair compound will have pushed up a little so you ll need a coarse grade sandpaper designed for metal or concrete to smooth the surface for painting or sealing.
By replacing plaster.
New materials are durable strong expand as they dry and create a permanent repair.
Replacing lathe and plaster in your older home s bathroom is a time consuming and messy job but the results can be worth it.