Some common types of plaster are
Cement plaster
Clay plaster
Gypsum plaster
Lime plaster
1. Cement Plaster
It is the common type of plaster we normally use in building construction. The main ingredients of cement plaster are cement and sand. It can be used in both interior and exterior surfaces.
2. Clay Plaster
When clay or mud is used to make the plastering mortar that is called clay plaster. It is also called mud plaster.
The main ingredients of clay plaster are Mud and Sand.
3. Gypsum Plaster
Gypsum plaster can be a good alternative to cement plaster.
Gypsum is used as binding material in gypsum plaster. It is normally found in the ready-mix bag in the market.
4. Lime Plaster
When lime is used as a binding material for preparing plastering mortar that is called lime plaster.
Lime plaster is prepared by mixing hydrated lime, sand, and water.