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Artex is a building material utilised for decorating surfaces in home interiors. It is often worked with to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still fashionable as a substitute to smooth plaster ceilings, and a qualified painter and decorator will have the ability to apply artex in various different textured design appearances. Artex identifies a specific brand name, however there are different manufacturers who manufacture equivalent products. Older artex ceilings can be repaired as well. There are various materials and applicators available for purchase to help make this method as straightforward as possible. There is a wide range of different options when it comes to the sorts of texture that artex may be applied in. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects can be applied, all of which could be completed as a DIY task reasonably easily. Experienced painters and decorators will be able to examine with you which texture would best go with your area, and make sure that artex is put on to produce a high quality and uniform finish. Artex may even be painted over, and choosing a colour which suits the texture of the surface area can enhance an old ceiling and breathe life into an area.

Average Artexing cost in Buckhurst Hill

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 Buckhurst Hill 2025

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

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Buckhurst Hill

Buckhurst Hill is a well off suburban town in Essex . Adjacent to the northern border of Greater London, it forms a part of the Greater London Urban Area. It's to the west of Essex, roughly 10 miles (17 km) northeast of Charing Cross and nearby to the border with the London Borough of Redbridge. Parts of Epping Forest are in Buckhurst Hill mixed in with residential areas. The nearest areas are Chigwell, Chingford, Loughton and Woodford. As per the 2011 Census, the town has a resident population of approximately 11,380 residents. The first mention of Buckhurst Hill is in 1135, when reference was made to 'La Bocherste', becoming in later years 'Bucket Hill', historically describing a hill with lots of beech trees. It lay in Epping Forest and included only a few scattered homes along the old road from Woodford to Loughton. Before the construction of the railways, Buckhurst Hill was on the stage coach route in between London and Cambridge, Norwich, Bury St Edmunds and Dunmow. Traditionally it was a part of the parish of Chigwell; there was no road connecting the 2 communities and so as to get to church, parishioners had to cross the River Roding at Woodford. The establishment of Buckhurst Hill Station in 1856 led to a quick expansion in the population of the area, with nearly 600 new houses having been constructed close to the station by 1871. The town also hosts the Buckhurst Hill Football Club and Buckhurst Hill Cricket Club. For all of your property upgrades, ensure that you select reliable pros in Buckhurst Hill to ensure you get the very best quality 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.

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.

How to artex a ceiling?

Artexing a ceiling can be a tricky job, but whether you’re considering hiring a professional or DIY, it’s helpful to know how it’s done.

Artex is available either in a paste or powder form. The paste is ideal if you’re making small repairs or additions to an existing ceiling. But, if you have a whole ceiling to cover, the powder is more cost effective. When you’re ready to get started, you’ll need to mix the powder up with cold water according to the instructions.

It’s possible to artex over plaster, plasterboard or paint. If you have a plasterboard surface, you should tape and fill any joints or cracks before you begin. Plaster and plasterboard both require a coat of sealant or primer first. You can usually artex straight over paint, but any gloss paint should be sanded down, and any dark paints covered with a layer of white.

Artexing can get quite messy, so make sure you empty the room you’re working in as much as possible, lay down sheets and wear protective clothing and glasses. You might want to practice on a piece of board before you start on the ceiling.

Start by using a brush or roller to cover a 500 square cm area with a generous layer of artex. Then use a brush, comb or roller to create your chosen texture. Every time you do a new section of ceiling, try to blend it with the other sections you’ve done. Don’t be tempted to cover the whole ceiling before you start adding texture – the artex will dry too quickly for you to do it all in time.

Artex usually needs 12-24 hours in a well-ventilated space to dry completely.

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