=69. Plastering= on plain surfaces, such as walls and ceilings,
is always measured by the square yard. In determining the cost of
plastering walls and ceilings, measure the surface actually plastered,
making no deduction for grounds or for openings less than 7 superficial
yards. For surfaces of domes or groined ceilings, beams, coves,
paneling, etc., a unit price is fixed by the linear or the superficial
foot, according to the character and disposition of the work. Round
corners and arrises should be measured by the linear foot.
On interior work, increase the price 5 per cent. for each 12 feet above
the floor after the first. For outside work, add 1 per cent. for each
foot above the lower 20 feet. All repairing and patching should be done
at agreed prices.
=70. Stucco Work.=—In estimating =stucco work=, cornices composed of
plain members and panel work are measured by the square foot. Enriched
cornices with carved moldings are measured by the linear foot. When
moldings are less than 12 inches in circumference, measurement is
taken by the linear foot; when over 12 inches, superficial measurement
is used. For internal angles or miters, add 1 foot to the length of
cornice, and for exterior angles add 2 feet to the length. Sections
of cornice less than 12 inches measure as 12 inches. Add one-half for
raking cornices.
For cornices or moldings abutted against a wall or plain surface,
add 1 foot to the length of cornice; if against the soffit of stairs
or other inclined or covered surface, add 2 feet to the length of
cornice. Octagonal, hexagonal, and similar cornices, less than 10 feet
in single stretches, take one and one-half times the length.
For circular or elliptical work, charge double price; for domes and
groins, three prices. Enrichments of all kinds should be estimated at
an agreed price.
=71. Cost of Plastering.=—The following analysis of the cost of
plastering for 100 square yards, for both three-coat and two-coat work,
will be of assistance in making estimates. These costs are exclusive of
the lathing, which will be taken up later.