How To DOT & DAB | 90% Plasterers DONT KNOW!

This is where the name comes from. this is not how plasterers stick boards these days. this is just to show you where the term Dot comes from.

do not comment that this is slow because you will look like an idiot for not understanding the vid.

Learn how to DOT and DAB a wall the traditional way, 90% of plasterers don't have a clue that this system even exists, but in this video, I'll show you exactly how to do it.

this is perfect for a DIY enthusiast because it's very difficult to go wrong with it.

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Plastering is a skill you can learn by watching others and practicing yourself.

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[Onthetrowel]

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[babaana]

I’m a painter and decorator and I’ve learnt so much from watching your videos and getting a much greater understanding of some of the processes of what comes before me. You’re such a great communicator mate and a top craftsman. Thank you.

[ivanbellamy]

What a channel, I’m no plasterer but boy do I enjoy this guy.

[thefinchworkshop]

Every day is a school day. So glad I watched this before I tackle a DIY project. I was way over thinking it and this makes it nice and simple to follow.

[madalinpert]

This is not "probably the best" dot&dab video, the is the BEST video of dot & DAB for a beginner.

[ThijsKoster]

You’re overwhelmed because you’re authentic. People are drawn like magnets to that these days. It’s becoming rare.

[bromkin]

The vibrator story along is worth a drink let alone the plastering knowledge 😂

[ufcgod]

Why didn't ya tell me ya had a Youtube Channel ?? bet ya wondering who it is I'll give ya clue m8 you made me a spray booth totally free of charge when I was in Ozzie as a get well present. Keep making the vids m8 Also everyone He's a top bloke and 100% genuine x

[finstabalised]

Love this, I did my C&G plastering in 84 and this is exactly the way I was taught how to Dot and Dab, We used to float kitchen walls this way too so we knew they were bob on. I changed jobs in 89 and have just brought a very old house that needs a lot of work. I dont think ill be upto my old speeds being off the trowel for so long but im looking forward to the challenge.

[callyk]

Been a joiner and builder for 30 years and I have never seen that before haha that makes perfect sense! That would actually be useful for a wall that’s all over the place 👍

[christopheradams]

I've never ever seen that before absolutely brilliant method that you are a plastering professor 👏

[jeffbourne]

A concise and well explained video outlining how to apply dots (and dabs) to fix plasterboard to a background. Variants to this method apply in setting screeds out to float a wall or ceiling (plumb and dot) when high levels of accuracy are required. Great to see you outlining different techniques for all levels of ability and noting how they can be adapted as one’s skills improve. Thanks so much for taking the time to share your knowledge and experience.

[iain]

This shows your commitment and great understanding of the job!

[jeffedwards]

Great vlog Brought back memories as I was taught to dot and dab when I started plastering in the 70's.

[rware]

I’ve done this with nails to plaster a 11 metre wall, a plasterer explained this and I did it in browning won a block wall I had built. I was a brickie so good with a trowel but not a plasterer. I could put my straight edge anywhere on that wall and there was no ‘bonking’. I showed my wife, who just wanted it painted and finished. I was, and am proud of it yes no-one knows or cares. Slightly embarrassing to be so happy at what is routine for skilled men👍

[IrishStewGuitar]

I will and never have had a plastering trowel in my hands but i find your work fascinating and your attention to detail is incredible. Best of luck mate -😁

[westmeadt]

Just watched your dot and dab video amongst others. I had a wall covered with plasterboard by one of the better plasterers in the area. He clearly just dabbed as the pipe boxing in running half way along the wall shows up as they are not equal on either side. Brilliant video.

[_s_p_a_r_k_e_s_]

I always wondered what dot and dabbing was and how it was done! Great video.

[zaz]

Brilliant! I never knew about this technique. Great timing, I'm a DIYer and renovating a house. Guess what job is next? Plasterboarding the walls!! 😃

[andrewarmitage]

Very nice vid explaining the dots. The reason why people dab all the way around the outside is for fire and safety. You may use more powder but it is the Safeway to do the job. It stops the smoke travelling all the way up the wall.