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Recent Cornice Repair reviews
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Install kitchen cornice and doors alignment
£90
The service was excellent 👍
Bathroom cornice installation
£50
Steve was professional communicative and a great restorer . The transformation is fantastic and he goes above and beyond in all areas I would not hesitate to work with him again.
Hallway bedroom and living room floor to cornice painting no ceilings
£1,500
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
Brilliant job - thanks!
Fix cornice that has fallen off wall
£100
What's the average cost of a cornice repair expert
£112 - £200
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£112
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£175
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£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
Wardrobes, along with cornice fitting.
£200
East Bowling, West Yorkshire
14th Mar 2026
2 triple (double & single) wardrobes to be fitted in bedroom
Fit cornice on top of kitchen and fit skirting under dishwasher
£70
Fortis Green, Greater London
7th Mar 2026
My new kitchen is all fitted. All I have left to do is put the cornice on top of the cupboards and I have a small piece of skirting left to do under the dishwasher. I have a big mitre pull down saw which should be all you need to do the job.
Cut cornice
£500
Bloomsbury, Greater London
5th Mar 2026
We have x6 rooms where we need the cornice cut 30cm on each side of room to allow for curtain track to sit in
Painting and fixing cornice in hallway and lounge ceiling
£450
Whitleigh, Devon
27th Feb 2026
We have just finished plastering and now require a plain white coat of paint on the ceiling and some of the white cornice beading attaching to the edges.
Help clearing small room and fitting cornices
£75
Kennington, Greater London
25th Feb 2026
Just a few boxes, bits of carpet etc PLUS help to fit Cornice bars to ceiling ... no more than 3 hours
Plaster Cornice installation
£3,000
Richmond, Greater London, TW10
12th Jan 2026
Install “dentil” cornice especially (LED uplighting provision). Many mitres. Must be a specialist to ensure perfect mitres / joins.
Decorative plaster cornice installation
£300
Ilford, Greater London, IG1
14th Dec 2025
Require plaster cornice installed in bathroom and in rare extention. 11 mtrs in bathroom and 7 mtrs in rare extension.
Bathtub panel change, cornice change on top of kitchen units
£100
North Finchley, Greater London, N12
29th Nov 2025
My builders did a really bad job fitting my kitchen and bathroom and need some correction. At the moment I need the cornice change on top of the kitchen units and also the bathtub panel.
Cornice/coving installation
£150
Harlesden, Greater London, NW10
22nd Nov 2025
Finish installing ceiling cornicing. This job requires someone experienced due to the style of cornicing.
Panelling to hallway, install new door, skirting and kitchen cornice
£700
Brentwood, Essex, CM15
12th Nov 2025
Recently had some building work done and builder has disappeared Need to install cornice to new kitchen New internal door to be installed Small sections of skirting Panelling to hallway Materials are already onsite Would recommend coming to take a look onsite in Brentwood
Repair to cornice
£500
Commercial Square, West Sussex
9th Nov 2025
We would like a patch up a cornice on the house, paint of all cornice’s and gutter clearing.
Cornice refurb
£500
Poynders Parade, Greater London
2nd Nov 2025
Cornice refurb/sanding A lot has been infilled and needs industrial sanders/ sculpting and cleaning.
To install cornice and coble
£3,000
West Ealing, Greater London, W13
1st Nov 2025
Will provide you details for 8 rooms, entrance hallway, first floor hallway
Re-attach a mitre (2 x 5" cornice pieces) round a boxed hot pipe.
£100
Queen's Park, Essex, CM12
29th Oct 2025
2 pieces of a mitre have detached from the ceiling and need to be re-attached and made good. see the pictures. If the pieces cannot be used there is some spare gyproc that can be used. Each piece is approx 5".
Infill above kitchen cupboards with cornice
£275
Bowes Park, Greater London
29th Oct 2025
Create a timber infill and fit above the cupboards to hide ducting. Finish with a matching cornice (existing is soft/polystrene material). Make good, seal, paint nicely. Supply all materials except paint. Images show current gap and a mock up of what I need.
Fix cornice joints
£300
Harlesden, Greater London, NW10
2nd Oct 2025
I recently had new cornices installed in a room and the person who did it, didn't do a good job as they made the corners round and this was not what I was looking for, I want the corners to be a sharp mitre. There is also one section that is not complete, also shown in photos.
Cornice a living room
£30
South Ruislip, Greater London
12th Sep 2025
Cut and stick cornicing to the walls in a small living room.
Coving/cornice install
£120
South Norwood, Greater London, SE25
27th Aug 2025
I have some coving that needs to be put up in my living room. Must be able to cut the patterned corners precisely Thanks
Kitchen Cornice
£60
Billesley Common, West Midlands
27th Aug 2025
Finish off the kitchen cornice around a 60cm unit
Hallway bedroom and living room floor to cornice painting no ceilings
£1,500
St Giles, Greater London, WC2H
28th Jul 2025
Bedroom floor to coving including door and wardrobe doors and window frames Hallway floor to cornice to include one side of door Living room floor to ceiling including media wall 1 side of door and window frames Hallway
Steve was professional communicative and a great restorer . The transformation is fantastic and he goes above and beyond in all areas I would not hesitate to work with him again.









