Borders, cornices and coves
Plaster cornices turn the corner between wall and ceiling, borders frame the field and coves give a soft transition and a place for lights. In a hall, use wider mouldings, 15 to 30 cm, so they look in scale.
Medallions and panels
A large medallion around the chandelier, with panels or rectangles around it, gives focus. Keep the medallion about one third of the room width in narrow rooms. See ceiling rose.
Size and proportion
Large rooms can carry bold shapes, but too many small details look busy. Choose two or three motifs and repeat them evenly, and align with windows and doors.
Paint and lighting
Paint plaster in white or cream with a gloss or gold accent on details, and add cove lighting to show depth. Avoid hot lamps near plaster, and test colours in daylight.
Cracking and repairs
Large plaster ceilings crack with movement and humidity. Use mesh, allow drying time and fix roof leaks first. Repair hairline cracks with flexible filler and repaint.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common fabrication and material figures.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| POP ceiling work, per sq ft | PKR 100 - 250 |
| Cornice or border, per running foot | PKR 120 - 500 |
| Large medallion, each | PKR 2,000 - 8,000 |
| Gold or paint detail, per sq ft | PKR 30 - 150 |
| Scaffolding, per day | PKR 1,000 - 4,000 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Care
Dust with a long brush, repaint every few years and repair cracks early. Installation should be done by a trained ceiling fixer, with the structure, wiring and services above the ceiling checked first.
Before you decide
Choose a skilled plasterer, keep mouldings in scale and fix leaks first. Take photos of your room, measure the ceiling height and the positions of beds, sofas, fans and windows, and share a simple sketch with the contractor so every quote covers the same design. Visit a finished ceiling by the same contractor if possible, and check joints, paint and light alignment before agreeing the final payment. Measure each room, make a simple sketch of the ceiling layout with light and fan points, compare at least two quotes on the same specification of material, framing, paint and labour, and keep the invoice and any warranty. Ask the contractor for the finished thickness, drop height and wiring plan in writing, check a completed ceiling in person if possible and agree stage payments, with a final payment only after the finish, joints and lights are inspected. Prices change with material costs and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
A plaster ceiling with borders, cornices and medallions for a large room. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative rates run from about PKR 100 to 250 per square foot plus detail and medallions. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
It can, so use mesh and fix leaks first. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
15 to 30 cm for a hall. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Yes, cove strips. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Message us on WhatsApp with what you need and where it will be used. We check what we can supply and send a written rate showing the model, quantity, warranty and delivery, so you can judge it against other offers. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.