Artex is a building material that's used for for surface decorating in the inside of homes. It is commonly used to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still fashionable as a substitute to smooth plaster ceilings, and a specialist painter and decorator can apply artex in a variety of different textured pattern appearances. Artex is a specific manufacturer, but there are various manufacturers who create very similar products. Older artex ceilings can be fixed as well, with many different products and applicators available to make this process as effortless as possible. There exists a wide selection of different options with regard to the types of texture that artex could be applied in. It may be applied in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which could be undertaken as a DIY task comparatively easily. Specialist painters and decorators can consider with you which impact would complement your room, and guarantee that artex is applied to create a superior quality and uniform finish. Artex may also be painted over, and picking out a colour that complements the texture of the surface area can regenerate a tired ceiling and breathe life into an area.
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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Camberley is a town in Surrey and only 31 miles from the capital city of London. It has a populace of 30,155 and lies nearby the boundaries of both Hampshire and Berkshire. The town was branded in 2009 as having the largest CO2 footprint and projects are underway to lessen this harmful emission. For your home developments in Camberley, review quotes from reputable professionals to get the top cost for all work you would like completed.
Camberley - GU17
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repair water damaged ceiling with stippled plaster Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Residential What are you looking to Artex: Ceiling How many ceilings do you require ...
Camberley - GU15
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One room needs to do coving and artex Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What are you looking to Artex: Ceiling How many ceilings do you require artexing: 1 Time scale: Immediate
Fleet - GU51
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hi, looking for someone to remove all ceilings in our 3 bed bungalow. the ceilings have asbestos artex, looking to have these completely removed and disposed of so that we can revised and plaster with...
Reading - RG2
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Artexing average size living room ceiling and small kitchen ceiling.
Reading - RG6
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home owner 5 bedrooms have artex and want plain skimmed ceilings in whole house supplied & fitted time scale - immediate please call to appoint *
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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