Internal Cement Plastering in Jeddah — Level Walls, Ready for Paint

If you live in a home or apartment in Jeddah, you know the problem: walls that are uneven, wavy, or cracked. Most plasterers in Jeddah work by eye, without guides, and the result is walls that look fine at first — until you paint them and the waves show. At Builds Jeddah, we use cement plaster with a 3-layer system and guides (bu’j wa awtar) to give you level, smooth walls that are ready for paint.

Why internal plaster fails in Jeddah homes

Internal plaster fails for three reasons, and they are all preventable. The first is a single thick coat — cheap contractors apply one thick coat of plaster and leave it to dry in the sun. It shrinks, cracks and falls off. The second is no guides — without bu’j wa awtar, the plasterer works by eye, and the wall ends up wavy. The third is no curing — in Jeddah’s heat, plaster that is not sprayed with water for 7 days dries too fast and cracks. Our method fixes all three: three thin coats, guides on every wall and a full 7-day cure.

Our 3-layer method: tartasha, bitana, zahara

Our internal cement plaster is built up in three layers. First comes tartasha — a thin scratch coat, 3–5 mm thick, that bonds the plaster to the wall and is scratched with horizontal lines to grip the next layer. Next comes bitana — the levelling coat, 10–12 mm thick, applied over guides (bu’j wa awtar) and levelled with a straight edge. Finally comes zahara — a fine finish coat, 3–5 mm thick, that is floated and finished smooth, ready for paint. Each layer is allowed to dry before the next is applied, and the total thickness is 16–22 mm.

Buaj & awtar — how we guarantee level walls

Buaj (bu’j) are vertical plaster guides, and awtar are horizontal cords stretched between them. Before we plaster, we set at least three bu’j and two awtar on every wall, and we check them with a spirit level every two metres. This is the only honest way to guarantee a level wall — no one can level a wall by eye alone. After plastering, we remove every guide, patch the holes and sand them smooth, so you never see a line on your finished wall.

Rates — agreed on a call, after a free inspection

Our internal cement plastering is priced per square metre, measured on site. We visit your home free of charge, measure every wall and ceiling, check the condition of the surface and agree the final rate with you on a call. The rate depends on the wall condition, the plaster type and the scope of work — and it does not change halfway through the job.

Questions customers ask us first

How do I know if my plaster is bad?

Tap the wall — a hollow sound means the plaster has separated from the wall and needs to be cut out and re-plastered. Cracks wider than 2mm, salt stains (white powder), damp patches and bulging walls are all signs that the plaster has failed. We check this free of charge at your site visit.

Will my walls be ready for paint?

Yes. Our internal plaster is finished smooth and level, ready for primer and paint. We recommend waiting at least 28 days for the plaster to dry fully before painting, and we apply a primer first. For a glass-smooth finish, ask about our skim coat service.

How long does internal plastering take?

For a small apartment, 5–7 days for one room or the whole apartment. For a full villa, 3–4 weeks. The exact time depends on the size of the job and the condition of the walls. We give you a written handover date before work starts.

Do you work in occupied homes?

Yes. We work in occupied homes every week. We protect your furniture and floors with plastic sheeting, we clean up every day and we keep dust to a minimum. You can stay in your home while we work.

What is layasa and how is it different from plastering?

Layasa is the Arabic word for plastering. There is no difference in the work — it is the same craft, done by the same skilled hands. When you search for layasa in Jeddah, you are looking for a plastering contractor.

Are your walls ready? The first step of plaster is free.

Book a free site visit + measurement — our team will measure your walls and send a written per-metre quote within 48 hours. Call +966 50 919 7767 or chat on WhatsApp +966 50 130 0349. Free inspection in every district of Jeddah, including Al Safa, Ar Rawdah, An Naeem, Al Hamra, Al Bawadi, Az Zahra, As Salamah, Al Faisaliyah, Ash Shati, Obhur and more.