What skim coat means
A skim coat is a thin layer of joint compound or plaster troweled over a whole wall to make it smooth and even.
Where it matters on a drywall job
Skim coating fixes torn paper, old texture and patchy walls before paint. It is labor heavy, so price by area and number of coats, and say what level of smoothness to expect.
What it costs
Koira's drywall repair cost guide puts a typical job at $480, with most between $250 to $740. The guide shows its sources and what moves the price.
Work it out
- Cost guide: Drywall repair cost
- Tools, templates and guides: Free drywall resources