About Plastering National: Craftsmanship You Can Count On
At Plastering National, we're serious about quality — and about making your project as smooth as our finishes. Led by Ivan Pavlenko, a master plasterer with over 25 years of hands-on experience, our team brings real-world knowledge, hard-earned expertise, and a fair bit of humour to worksites across Australia.
We deliver premium plastering solutions backed by genuine experience, proven technical skills, respected authority, and rock-solid trustworthiness.
Meet Ivan Pavlenko
Ivan Pavlenko isn’t just another bloke swinging a trowel. He’s a true craftsman who's spent decades in the trade — and has the dusty boots to prove it.
- Background: Ivan grew up in Melbourne after moving from Ukraine and took up plastering as a teenager. Before that, he boxed professionally — and he brings the same discipline, teamwork, and grit to every jobsite today.
- Experience: With over 25 years in the game, Ivan’s seen the shift from old-school lime and sand renders to lightweight, high-performance plasterboard systems. He's worked on everything from tiny Brighton terraces to sprawling Bayside & Mornington Peninsula homes battered by salt air.
- Approach: Ivan runs a tight, hardworking crew where quality, safety, and a good laugh go hand in hand. He believes that when you look after your workmates, your clients, and your craftsmanship, the rest takes care of itself.
You’ll often find Ivan elbow-deep in the mix alongside his team, rain or shine. No office-only directors here — Ivan’s boots are always on the ground.
Our Experience
Real-World Skills You Can See in Every Finish
- Hands-on trade experience: We’ve repaired cracked ceilings during humid Victorian summers and built solid wall systems to withstand Melbourne's wild winter chills.
- Tough coastal work: Specialising in bayside areas, we understand how salt-laden winds can wreck cheap finishes — and how to stop it in its tracks.
- Legacy craftsmanship: Whether it’s a federation-era cornice in Carlton or a sleek modern media room in Brighton, we respect the story of every building.
When you hire Plastering National, you’re getting a team led by a bloke who's seen it all — and fixed it properly.
Our Expertise
Professional Knowledge Backed by Formal Standards
- Certified plasterers: Every team member holds industry-recognised qualifications — and we’re sticklers for following AS 2589 (the Aussie gold standard for plasterboard lining).
- System specialists: We handle everything from suspended ceilings to detailed ornamental work, using modern materials without cutting corners.
- Problem-solving pros: Got rising damp near the floor skirtings? Sagging ceilings after a storm? Dodgy walls from previous renos? No dramas — we’ve got a fix for that.
We don't just slap up sheets and hope for the best. We plan it, explain it, and then get it done right.
Our Authority
A Respected Voice in Australian Construction
- Trusted by builders: Developers, architects, and custom home builders across Melbourne and the bayside suburbs keep us on speed dial for a reason.
- Quality recognised: From site supervisors to architects, industry professionals often recommend Ivan and the team because they know we back our work without shortcuts.
- Knowledge sharing: Ivan frequently mentors apprentices, teaching them not just how to plaster — but how to care about the work.
At Plastering National, we earn our reputation the old-fashioned way: hard work, happy clients, no BS.
Our Trustworthiness
Built on Straight Talk, Solid Workmanship, and Real Results
- Detailed, honest quotes: We’ll tell you what needs doing, what it’ll cost, and when we’ll be finished — no hidden extras, no fancy marketing fluff.
- Fully licensed and insured: All work complies with Victorian Building Authority requirements and Australian Standards. We carry $20M public liability insurance for peace of mind.
- Long-term relationships: Many of our clients call us back years later for new projects — a sure sign we’re doing something right.
Trust is built project by project — and we’re proud that our clients stick with us.
Why Choose Plastering National?
✔ Real Aussie experience – no rookies here
✔ Certified expertise with up-to-date knowledge
✔ Industry-recognised authority
✔ Open, honest communication – from first call to final cleanup
✔ Full compliance with Australian Standards and safety codes
✔ Proudly Melbourne-based, proudly Aussie-owned
Ready to Experience the Plastering National Difference?
Give us a bell today — Ivan and the team are ready to bring your vision to life. Whether you need a quick ceiling fix or a full new build plastered to perfection, we’ll be there. No dramas, no dodgy work — just quality you can see, from people you can trust.
Laura Celna
03:57 08 Nov 24
Very professional company. Dealt with the plastering job promptly and efficiently at a reasonable price. Very pleased with the result!
Cad Cow
01:22 19 Sep 24
Ivan and his team did a great job of rendering over my dirty old popcorn ceiling. They were supposed to come back & finish the job after I got sick & had already paid. They never came back & Ivan never returned my phone calls. They owe me at least $400.
Lisa Liston
05:15 23 Aug 24
Water damage to ceilings and walls in my rental property was fixed quickly, competently, and painlessly. I would happily use Plastering National for any future plastering work.
deb mccrohan
09:53 31 Jul 24
Excellent job. Very nice people good attention to detail. Shout out to Woo! Very passionate about the quality of his work. Thanks guys
Adrian Connolly
08:04 24 Apr 24
Thanks to Ivan and his team for the fantastic job they did bringing our Victorian walls and cornice back to their grandeur. Nothing was too hard for them to complete. Highly recommend Ivan and his team for any plastering work.
Timothy McKenry
05:21 05 Apr 24
Great service and a quality result.Thank you!
Han Sima
02:49 18 Mar 24
Ivan and the team did a superb job plastering my external studio. A smooth finish and a fair price.
Sharon Marazita
09:07 31 Jan 24
Ivan and team provided a professional, comprehensive ,quotation which was much appreciated after having dealt with other companies that failed to provide them. We needed to replace a ceiling and cornices in a 90 year old home. Nothing was too much trouble and the job was completed as promised. Thanks
Melissa Tan
17:40 05 Dec 23
Professional and finished on time, Ivan is good communication friendly and helpful, I recommend this’s the best plasters in Melbourne. Thanks ivan and all the team.
Josh Klein
05:03 16 May 23
These guys are great, fast, affordable, communicative & did an excellent job. Highly recommend will use again!
William Reiss
07:56 17 Apr 23
I engaged Plastering National to replace some plaster columns that had been damaged. They were fast, well priced, communicated well and I was happy with the outcome. I would recommend them to others.
Kerin von Stiegler
09:25 21 Feb 23
Our ceiling was falling down and Ivan went out of his way to fit us in and fix our ceiling. Job completed as discussed, his guys were very respectful and Ivan was always quick to answer any query. Thanks team Ivan
Anne Birrell
08:02 31 Jan 23
I found Plaster National very professional and they were punctual on the day of work. Great job completed and would highly recommend this company.
Jack
07:58 14 Oct 22
Plastering National plastered our house, including plastering walls and ceilings, cornice and ceiling roses. Igor was very friendly, professional and easy to deal with. He and his team were quick to start and had the job completed in no time. Any questions or queries, Igor was more than happy to promptly discuss. I would happily recommend Igor and Plastering National.
Andrea Pantazis
22:43 30 Sep 22
Very responsive, the plastering looks amazing. They guys attending were very focused on what they were doing and did an excellent job.
Rob Tinmimi
09:42 01 Sep 22
An excellent experience. I would have no hesitation using Igor and Ivan again.
Lori Horton
11:00 19 Aug 22
Ivan and Igor came to the rescue when we urgently needing our plastering work done and finished within 4 days. I contacted them late on a Sunday night, they had quoted by Monday morning, started the job Tuesday morning and had everything done by Thursday.Their communication was great, they were very quick and got everything we needed done in the short window we provided, plus their work was to a high quality.Highly recommend.Thank you 😊
Brendan Bates
02:42 10 Jul 22
I needed a good responsive plasterer and that's exactly what I got with Plastering National. Ivan was very quick to understand my needs. He arranged a first class team to come out and rectify my issue. The team were always on time and worked quickly. I was referred to Plastering National by a friend and it's easy to understand why they recommended Ivan and his team so readily. A grade plastering, A grade people, high quality work, would happily recommend.
Geoanna Tsung
00:29 13 Jun 22
Great service and work ethic. Very professional, would highly recommend to anyone else.
Sam and Maria Reale
03:23 18 Apr 22
Ivan and Igor put up a new balcony ceiling and other repairs inside my house. Workmanship was excellent! They are very pleasant to deal with. I will have no hesitation in recommending them to family and friends.
David Sless
05:29 14 Feb 22
I strongly recommend this business. They undertook a small but complex plastering job as part of a major renovation. Finished inside two days, as promised, and left with the job ready for painting. They also removed all unused materials and rubbish the next day. Excellent work!
Michael Manders
03:55 13 Feb 22
Excellent job!!Very clean and tidyThoroughly recommend!!
Helen Skrypnyk
22:41 04 Feb 22
Ivan and his team did some minor repairs at our home - work has been completed very quickly, great communication from the team and overall very pleasant experience.
Verica Stevanovic
08:05 03 Feb 22
I was very pleased with the immaculate ceiling repair work Ivan did on my balcony. The quality finish looked as good as new, if not better! He was efficient, accommodating, punctual and very tidy for a plasterer who I would highly recommend to others without reservation.
Bogdan Turinskyi
00:45 03 Feb 22
Daria Radchenko
22:11 02 Feb 22
Great team, very professional and easy to work with. The quality of work was great - highly recommend.
Alexander Vikharev
20:56 02 Feb 22
Tatiana Lobas
11:40 02 Feb 22
Very fast and professional service. I highly recommend Ivan and his team.
