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Completed the jobs as needed. Cleaned up after he was finished as well.
Wallpaper, cornice etc
£150
Very efficient and friendly. Also checked with us during the job to make sure the finer details were discussed and agreed! Very happy and would highly recommend!
Cornice fitting
£200
Very well organised! Job done properly! Highly recommend!
Installing cornice
£300
Great work
Install kitchen cornice and doors alignment
£90
The service was excellent 👍
Bathroom cornice installation
£50
What's the average cost of a cornice repair expert
£105 - £200
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Cornices add elegance and character to any home, but over time, they can crack, chip, or deteriorate due to moisture, settling, or accidental damage. While DIY fixes may seem tempting, they often lead to uneven finishes or further damage. That’s where hiring a professional comes in.
A skilled handyman ensures that repairs blend seamlessly with your existing decor, using the right materials and techniques. They have the expertise to restore period features or match intricate designs, preserving the aesthetic appeal of your space. Plus, they save you time and effort while reducing the risk of costly mistakes.
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Top Cornice Repair related questions
In the UK, cornice repair typically costs between £100 and £350, depending on the size of the damaged area, the material (plaster, polystyrene, or gypsum), and the intricacy of the design.
Average Cost Ranges
Minor repairs (small cracks or chips)
: £100–£150
Medium repairs (section replacement or recasting)
: £150–£250
Extensive repair or reproduction of ornate cornices
: £250–£350+
Full room restoration
: £400–£1,000+
Factors Affecting Cost
Material
: Traditional plaster is more expensive than polystyrene
Ornate detailing
: More time-consuming to match or recast
Listed buildings
: May require specialist heritage plasterers
Access
: High ceilings or awkward angles can increase labour time
Who Provides These Services
Plasterers and decorative moulding specialists
Some handymen for simple polystyrene cornice repairs
Heritage specialists for period properties
Hourly rates
for plasterers usually range from £25 to £45/hour, but many jobs are priced per section or quoted as a fixed fee.
Simple fixes may take a few hours, while more complex repairs involving casting and drying can take a couple of days.
Yes! Skilled professionals can replicate intricate patterns using moulding techniques to restore original designs.
Most repairs require repainting for a flawless finish. Your Tasker can advise on the best approach.
DIY is possible for minor cracks, but larger repairs require experience to avoid uneven finishes or further damage.
Common causes include moisture, structural movement, impact damage, and general wear over time.
Regular dusting and occasional repainting help maintain their condition. Avoid excess moisture to prevent deterioration.
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What can you expect from a cornice repair expert?
Cornice repair services cover a range of issues, ensuring your decorative mouldings are restored to their original beauty. Here’s what you can expect:
Assessment & Inspection
A professional will examine the condition of your cornices, identifying cracks, gaps, or missing sections. This helps determine whether a repair or full replacement is needed. At this point, they will also determine if additional raw materials are needed. If the damage extends to the ceiling, they will assess whether ceiling repairs are required to ensure a solid foundation for the cornice restoration.
Cleaning & Preparation
Dirt, dust, and loose debris are removed to create a clean surface for repair. If necessary, the surrounding area is prepped to prevent damage to ceilings and walls. Protective coverings may be used to shield nearby surfaces, ensuring a tidy workspace.
Plastering & Patching
Small cracks and chips are repaired using plaster or specialised fillers to restore the cornice’s structure. For larger gaps, sections may be re-cast to match the original design, ensuring a seamless finish. Skilled plastering techniques help maintain the intricate details of ornate mouldings.
Ceiling Repairs & Reinforcement
If the damage extends to the ceiling, necessary repairs will be made to provide a solid foundation. Loose or sagging cornices are re-secured using adhesives, screws, or brackets to prevent future movement and ensure longevity. Reinforcement may include reapplying plaster or reinforcing joints to prevent further structural issues.
Matching & Moulding Replication
If a part of the cornice is missing or severely damaged, professionals create custom moulds to match the original design perfectly. This process ensures the repaired section blends seamlessly with the existing architecture, preserving the overall aesthetic.
Sanding, Painting & Finishing
Once repairs are complete, the area is smoothed and blended into the existing cornice. It’s then primed and painted to match the rest of the room, ensuring a polished look. Professional painters can ensure that the finish complements the surrounding decor and ceiling.
Final Inspection
Before wrapping up, the Tasker will ensure the repair is solid, aligned, and aesthetically consistent with the surrounding decor. They will also check for any imperfections and apply final touch-ups if necessary.
Recent Cornice Repair tasks
Bathroom cornice installation
£50
Broad Green, Greater London
8th Apr 2025
Bathroom cornice installation
The service was excellent 👍
Hang my blind, install bedroom cornice, correct paint on ceiling
£45
Park Royal, Greater London, NW10
4th Apr 2025
I have a blind that needs installing into plasterboard with a metal stud for my entrance window. I then have a curtain pelmet that needs installing & cutting to size and attached to my master bedroom curtains.
Steepling on ceiling, filling cracks and correcting cornices
£600
Brandwood End, West Midlands
13th Mar 2025
Cracks in the ceiling that need digging out filling and steepling along with cornices filling of cracks. Scaffolding needed for the job
Polystyrene Coving / Cornice Installation
£400
Longlands, Greater London
13th Mar 2025
Installation of polystyrene coving to 2 rooms. Master bedroom 4.85x4.54 meters Lounge 4.53x3.66 meters We will provide coving (egg & dart 80mm from screw fix), no more nails glue and caulk. Photo of coving shown. Both rooms have alcoves and angles so will need to be experienced and know what you’re doing.
Cornice fitting
£200
Hornsey, Greater London, N8
2nd Mar 2025
We have already bought the cornice which will need fitting in our lounge.
Repair/install cornice about 2m
£400
Flixton, Greater Manchester
27th Feb 2025
Cornice missing about 2M in 1937 house in need of replacement
Paint a bedroom, wardrobe door and shelves, fit a piece of cornice
£250
Acton, Greater London, W3
9th Feb 2025
Approx 7ft x 8ft small bedroom: Walls and ceiling to be painted Cornice to be painted Small piece of cornice to be fitted above single wardrobe Single wardobe door and single bookcase (both currently mdf) to be painted.
Remedial works to coving and cornice
£4,000
Streatham Hill, Greater London, SW2
29th Jan 2025
Repair coving and cornice in period property Experienced person
Replacing some cornice
£300
East Twerton, Somerset
13th Jan 2025
We need some help in replacing some cornice from a room which was previously removed to accommodate a fitted wardrobe
Finish to fix a kitchen including the cornice ..dishwashe+sink
£200
Upton, Greater London
25th Dec 2024
A part of the kitchen need be fix in the wall ( cabinets already done) and worktop need be install plus finish cornice and make connections dishwasher + sink
Shelves, cornices
£80
Well Green, Greater Manchester
6th Dec 2024
Floating shelves cornices all in one room
Ceiling and cornices re-painted white after water damage.
£250
Kentish Town, Greater London, NW5
28th Nov 2024
Hey! 4.1 x 3.8m (~15mSq) ceiling + cornices needing a fresh lick of white paint after some water damage - fairly high ceilings at around 2.8m. Thank you! edit: I may be totally off the mark with budget, happy to negotiate!
Cornice fitting
£200
Hampton Wick, Greater London
17th Nov 2024
I need three pieces of coving (cornice) Victorian style putting in a small bathroom!
Very efficient and friendly. Also checked with us during the job to make sure the finer details were discussed and agreed! Very happy and would highly recommend!
Install plaster cornice
£800
Stevenage, Hertfordshire, SG1
20th Oct 2024
Fit real plaster cornice in the kitchen, approximately 60m.
Install kitchen cornices ..requires 12" mitre saw
£150
Porters Town, Essex
22nd Aug 2024
Cut & install kitchen cupboard cornicing will require 12" mitre/chop saw. 3 external and 1 internal corner
Cornice supply and fit
£500
Hill, Hampshire
23rd Apr 2024
Supply and fit cornice in two areas
Refit round pendant cornice
£150
Thistleboon, West Glamorgan
5th Apr 2024
Refit round pendant cornice to ceiling, this has been dislodged by building works being carried out on the flat above.
Supply and fit coving/cornice in kitchen lounge area (40m)this week
£800
Friday Hill, Greater London
3rd Mar 2024
Need someone to supply and fit coving in kitchen lounge area this week. Area is roughly 40m total length. Based in Chingford.
Take casts and restore cornice
£150
West Hampstead, Greater London, NW6
9th Dec 2023
I need to restore cornice in 15 sq m area.
Carpenter/joiner to add cornice, skirting and batten my cabinets
£400
West Durrington, West Sussex
27th Aug 2023
I’ve built a Havsta IKEA TV Unit and shelving. Looking for someone to add finishing touches to help make it look ‘built in’. Build shelving across the top to join the outside shelving units. Add cornice to be fitted around the top of the shelving unit, aswell as skirting to be added around the bottom of the base units. TV area to be battened for TV to be mounted Happy to consider quotes, wouldn’t let me continue without entering a ‘budget’. Please send examples of your work with your quote. Due date: Flexible