Cracking cornices and plaster cracks are a common feature that often occur naturally in a new home. Ground movement and natural settling can occur with minor cracks appearing in walls or cornices, often several years after the house has been completed.

Why does my coving keep cracking?

One thought is that the coving may have parted company with the wall/ceiling where the cracks are. This often happens, its still bonded in enough places to be secure but in the places where it is not, cracks appear and even if they are filled with caulk etc they will always return.

Why does my ceiling keep cracking?

There are two main causes of ceiling cracks: Structural damage and the natural settling that happens as a building ages. Ceiling cracks can also be caused by poor workmanship. Your home is getting older.