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Artex is a substance that is used for for surface decorating in home interiors. It is generally put to use to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains in demand as a substitute to smooth plaster ceilings, and an expert painter and decorator will have the ability to apply artex in an assortment of different textured design appearances. Artex refers to a specific brand name, but there are other manufacturers who make comparable products. Older artex ceilings may be repaired as well. There are a range products and applicators on the market in order to help make this process as quick as possible. There's a assortment of different options for the types of texture which artex could be used to create. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects could be applied, all of which can be executed as a Do It Yourself task comparatively easily. Specialist painters and decorators will be able to consider with you which result would be most suitable for your room, and make sure that artex is applied in an excellent quality and consistent finish. Artex can additionally be painted over, and picking a shade that enhances the texture of the surface can invigorate an old ceiling and breathe life into an area.

Average Artexing cost in Ashtead

How much your artexing project might cost depends on how big the area is, how accessible it is and your location. Different professionals charge different amounts, and may spend varying amounts of time doing the work. However, the typical cost for an artexing project in the UK is about £200.

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Artexing installation cost in Ashtead 2025

Labour cost £140
Material cost £50
Waste removal £10
Time frame: 1-3 days

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Ashtead

Ashtead is a village within the Metropolitan Green Belt of Surrey. The Ashtead Residents' Association, founded in 1945, aims to represent the opinions of all who reside in Ashtead by means of a network of 142 Road Stewards and frequent meetings. Ashtead has a substantial two-part conservation area which includes the mansion Ashtead House used by City of London Freemen's School, and six other schools. Amenities include parks, outlying woodland trails and a high street with convenience shopping, cafes and restaurants, a football club and a cricket club. There has been settlement in Ashtead since at least the Roman period, with a Roman villa excavated in what's now Ashtead Common. Ashtead appears within the Domesday Book as Stede. The oldest part of Ashtead has the main shopping and social area of the village, with two pubs along with the Ashtead Village Club which is a C&IU affiliate. It includes a small southern conservation area, however outside of this has eight listed brick buildings, each over two centuries old, including the Old Rectory which has been divided into Ashtead Lodge, Forge Cottage and Wisteria Cottage which are dated to approximately the 17th century and are in addition Grade II listed. The region north of the railway line is Ashtead Common, which is managed by the City of London Corporation subject to a long-standing preservation order, and is a national nature reserve. Lower Ashtead is a relatively flat location leading to Ashtead Common that has a recreation ground, a youth club and skate park, a pub, as well as a number of shops all built near the preserved large square of wood in front of the railway station. Ashtead Park contains three big listed buildings and four lakes/ponds. For all your home upgrades, be sure that you utilise trustworthy pros in Ashtead to make sure you get the very best service.

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FAQs

How to paint an artex ceiling?

It’s possible to paint your artex ceiling if you want to smarten it up or make it a different colour.

If it’s never been painted before, you’ll need to paint it with a PVA-based solution or water-thinned paint layer to start with. You may want to scrape or sand off any loose or peeling patches beforehand, but only do this if you’re sure that the artex doesn’t contain any asbestos.

Once you’ve done this, follow with two coats of your paint of choice – ideally an emulsion. If your artex ceiling has been painted before then you can paint directly without priming. However, if you’re painting over a particularly bold colour with a lighter one, you might want apply a layer of white paint first.

Can you plaster over artex?

If your artex ceiling is looking tired or you just fancy a change, you can try plastering over your artex. You have two options when it comes to plastering over your artex: plasterboard or skimming.

Covering your ceiling with plasterboard is a good option if you suspect the artex may contain asbestos. If done carefully, it doesn’t involve disturbing the artex, reducing the risk of asbestos exposure.

You also have the option to skim over your ceiling. The first steps to this involve removing loose and flaking parts, cutting off stipples and sanding your ceiling down. So, if there’s a chance your artex ceiling may contain asbestos, this isn’t the right solution for you. However, if you’re sure there’s no asbestos in your ceiling, then sanding down and skimming over your ceiling can be a great way to create an attractive result.

It’s worth noting that both putting up plasterboard and skimming plaster can be difficult jobs. Although possible to DIY, you’re likely to get much better results if you hire a professional.

Does artex contain asbestos?

Artex was originally made using white asbestos to make it stronger. However, this stopped in the mid-1980s, and the use of asbestos was banned in the UK in 1999, due to its extreme health risks. So, any artex you buy today won’t contain asbestos.

If you have an artex ceiling or wall that was created before 1999, it may have asbestos in it. This won’t be a health hazard if you leave it undisturbed, so it’s not necessary to remove it. However, if you want to get rid of or alter your artex ceiling or wall, you must get it tested to check if it has asbestos in or not first. If it does, you’ll need to hire a qualified professional to work on it.

What is artex?

Artex is a type of interior surface coating, similar to plaster. It’s used to create decorative textured finishes on ceilings and walls, so it takes longer to dry than plaster.

Artex is actually a brand name, but it’s used to refer to similar products made by other manufacturers too. It was particularly popular in the 1970s, but is still used to create attractive wall and ceiling finishes today.

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