A family business built on craftsmanship. Carl Jones didn't just master the trade — he taught it. Now he and his sons bring that expertise to every job across Manchester.
30+
Years of Experience
133
5-Star Reviews
9
Years Teaching the Trade
5.0 on Google
6 Reviews
5/5 on MyBuilder
127 Reviews • 100% Positive
NVQ Level 3
Solid Plastering
30+ Years
In the Trade
Family Business
Carl & His Sons
Free Quotes
No Obligation
Carl Jones has been plastering for over 30 years. He holds an NVQ Level 3 in Solid Plastering — the highest trade qualification available — and spent nine years as a lecturer at The Manchester College, where he trained the next generation of plasterers.
When Carl left teaching, he didn't leave the trade. He came back to it full-time, bringing his sons into the business to build something the family could be proud of. Jones and Sons Plastering is exactly what the name says: a father and his lads, doing the job properly.
With 127 five-star reviews on MyBuilder and a 100% positive feedback rate, the quality of their work speaks for itself. From straightforward skimming to specialist venetian plastering, Carl's teaching background means every job is done to textbook standard — because he literally wrote the curriculum.
Carl Jones
Owner • 30+ Years • NVQ Level 3
From a single wall skim to specialist venetian finishes, we cover every aspect of plastering — all to a standard Carl would be happy to teach.
Full room re-plastering, new-build work, and patch repairs. Smooth, durable finishes on walls and ceilings throughout your home or commercial property.
Skim coat over existing plaster, plasterboard or Artex. Transforms tired, uneven walls into a beautifully smooth surface ready for painting or wallpapering.
Expert plasterboard fitting and dot-and-dab for partitions, garage conversions and renovations. Straight, square walls with a clean finish every time.
Specialist polished plaster finishes that create a stunning, marble-like effect. A premium decorative finish that adds real character and luxury to any room.
Precise floor screeding for level, smooth surfaces ready for tiling, laminate or underfloor heating. We get the levels right first time, every time.
Cracked, blown or damaged plaster sorted quickly and neatly. From small patch repairs to fixing water damage, we'll match the existing finish seamlessly.
A selection of recent plastering work across Manchester and the surrounding areas.
Full Room Skim, Moston
Venetian Plaster Feature Wall
Dry Lining & Skim, Newton Heath
Ceiling Replaster, Harpurhey
Kitchen Renovation, Failsworth
Floor Screeding, Blackley
"Carl and his lads did our whole downstairs — three rooms skimmed, walls and ceilings. The finish is absolutely flawless. You can tell Carl knows his stuff inside out. Really friendly team, turned up when they said they would, and left the place spotless. Already recommended them to two neighbours."
Janet T.
Moston, Manchester
"Had Carl quoted on venetian plastering for our living room feature wall. He clearly knows his craft — explained the whole process, gave us options on finishes, and the end result is stunning. Proper family business feel too, none of that rushed-job nonsense. First class."
Mark R.
Prestwich
"Used Jones and Sons for dry lining and skimming in our garage conversion. Carl's son did most of the work and the standard was brilliant — you can see the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. Competitive price, bang on schedule, and they even swept the drive before they left."
Sarah P.
Failsworth
"Carl came to fix some really bad plaster damage after a leak. Other plasterers said they'd need to redo the whole wall but Carl patched it and you literally cannot tell where the repair is. The man's an artist. No wonder he used to teach it. Fair price too — no silly quotes."
Dave H.
Cheetham Hill, Manchester
"Third time we've used Carl and his lads now. This time it was screeding a floor and plastering two bedrooms. As always, the work is textbook — proper job every time. It's refreshing to find a tradesman who actually takes pride in what he does. You can tell it's a family business, they genuinely care about the finish. Wouldn't use anyone else for plastering now."
Karen W.
Newton Heath, Manchester
Every job is different, so we always come out and take a look before providing a quote. We believe in straightforward pricing — no hidden costs, no surprises. Carl will explain exactly what needs doing, give you a fair price, and stick to it. Give us a call on 07506 729673 and we'll arrange a time to come and have a look.
A single room skim typically takes a day. Dry lining and skimming might take 2-3 days depending on the size of the room. Larger jobs like full house re-plasters are usually completed within a week. We'll give you a clear timeline before starting so you know exactly what to expect.
Venetian plastering is a specialist decorative finish that creates a polished, marble-like effect on walls. It's built up in thin layers and burnished to a high sheen. It's a premium finish — more expensive than standard plaster — but the result is genuinely stunning. It works beautifully on feature walls, fireplaces, and bathrooms. Carl can talk you through the options and show you samples.
Fresh plaster needs to dry fully before decorating — usually 4-6 weeks depending on ventilation and the time of year. You'll know it's ready when it turns from dark to a uniform light pink. Start with a mist coat (watered-down emulsion) before your topcoats. Carl will always talk you through the aftercare before we leave.
We'd ask that you move smaller items and valuables out of the room. We can help shift larger pieces of furniture. We always lay dust sheets over floors and any furniture that stays in the room — we treat your home as if it were our own. We always clean up after ourselves too.
We're based in Moston (M40) and cover all of Manchester and the surrounding areas including Harpurhey, Newton Heath, Failsworth, Blackley, Cheetham Hill, Miles Platting, Collyhurst, Oldham, Rochdale, Bury, Prestwich, Middleton and Salford. If you're unsure whether we cover your area, just give us a ring on 07506 729673.
Based in Moston, we cover Manchester and the wider Greater Manchester area. If your area isn't listed below, give us a ring — we're happy to travel for the right job.
Whether you need a quick price or want to discuss a bigger project, give us a call or fill in the form. Carl will get back to you personally.
18 Arbory Avenue
Moston
Manchester
M40 5HE
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