Method and material for stabilizing a wall or surface, such as a plaster wall or plaster surface, includes a laminate having first and second layers of a fibrous material, and metallic and polymeric material layers disposed between the first and second layers. The method includes repairing any damaged areas of a wall or surface, and then applying the laminate to the entire wall or surface, including the repaired areas, and allowing the laminate to cure and stretch and shape over the surface character marks, imperfections, etc., to maintain the original character and appearance of the wall, and prevent the appearance of any new cracks or other damage on the wall surface.