Ready Mixed & Bagged Plaster

Ready mixed and bagged plaster provides a convenient, consistent solution for achieving professional-quality wall and ceiling finishes. Unlike traditional plasters that require on-site mixing of separate components, these pre-blended formulations ensure reliable performance every time, reducing waste and preparation time on both new builds and renovation projects.

Our Ready Mixed & Bagged Plaster Selection

We stock a comprehensive range of plastering products from trusted manufacturers, suitable for every application:

• Gyproc Skimcoat - a final coat finishing plaster for applying a smooth, thin skim coat to plasterboard, cement undercoat, and existing plaster surfaces. Ideal for creating a paint-ready finish on internal walls and ceilings. Available in 25kg bags.
• Gypsum Carlite Finish - a versatile finish coat plaster compatible with most backgrounds including Gyproc undercoat plasters, plasterboard, and sand and cement, providing a smooth, durable surface ready for decoration. Available in 25kg bags.
• Gyproc Bonding Coat - an undercoat plaster for smooth or low-suction backgrounds such as concrete and dense block, providing a good base coat before final skim finishing. Easy to spread and finish with fine mix and good workability. Available in 25kg bags.
• Knauf Pro Roll Light - a roller-applied ready-mixed plaster compound for covering plasterboard backgrounds, ideal for achieving a smooth surface over large areas without the need for traditional trowel skimming. Available in 12.5kg tubs.
• Knauf Pro Roll Max - a roller-applied ready-mixed plaster primer for levelling textured and uneven backgrounds before finishing. Applied in coats up to 2mm thick (maximum 4mm in multiple coats), with coverage of up to 10m² per litre at 1mm thickness. Available in 13.5kg tubs.

For a complete plastering setup, browse our full range of Plastering Materials, including boards, beads, and finishing accessories.

Choosing the right product depends on your substrate type, the number of coats required, and whether you're skimming or patching. Consider suction levels of your background material — high-suction surfaces need bonding plaster, while standard blockwork typically suits browning. For DIY projects, ready mixed tubs offer foolproof application without measuring or mixing.

Why Choose McMahons for Your Plastering Supplies?

With nearly two centuries of experience serving Irish builders, our knowledgeable staff can help you select the correct plaster specification for your specific project requirements. We keep popular brands in stock for immediate collection, so you're never waiting around on site. Ready to get started? Find your nearest McMahons branch for expert advice and competitive trade pricing.