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Artexing in Catterick Garrison

Artex is a material utilised for surface decorating within the interior of homes. It is generally worked with to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex continues to be fashionable as an alternative to smooth plaster ceilings, and an experienced painter and decorator will be able to apply artex in various different textured design appearances. Artex relates to a specific brand name, however there are various manufacturers who produce very similar building materials. Older artex ceilings may be restored as well, with a variety of materials and applicators available in order to help make this procedure as easy as possible. There is a wide selection of different options when it comes to the styles of texture which artex could be used to produce. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects could be administered, all of which could be accomplished as a Do It Yourself task comparatively easily. Professional painters and decorators will be able to consider with you what effect would complement your area, and make sure that artex is administered in a top quality and consistent finish. Artex can also be painted over, and selecting a shade that matches the texture of the surface area can renew an old ceiling and breathe life into a space.

Average Artexing cost in Catterick Garrison

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 Catterick Garrison 2025

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

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Catterick Garrison

Catterick Garrison is a major garrison and town situated 3 miles south of Richmond in the Richmondshire district of North Yorkshire, England. The town lies inside the Central Richmondshire electoral division of North Yorkshire County Council and divided among the Hipswell and Scotton wards of Richmondshire District Council. The town is divided amongst two civil parishes. The southern part of the town, south of a little stream generally known as Leadmill Gill, is within the civil parish of Scotton. The northern part forms the greater part of the civil parish of Hipswell. Each parish has its personal parish council. It is the largest British Army garrison in the world, having a population of around 13000 and measuring more than 2400 acres. The original intention for Catterick was to be a short-term camp to accommodate two comprehensive divisions with about 40000 men in 2000 huts. However, under plans announced by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) in November 2005, the population of Catterick Garrison is anticipated to grow to more than 25000 by 2020, making it the biggest population centre in the local area. Lacking a real town centre, the Garrison gained its initial large supermarket in 2000, as well as a retail park generally known as 'Richmondshire Walk', which also includes a McDonalds, a Poundstretcher and a Peacocks, amongst others. 'Catterick Leisure Centre' is a purpose built centre opposite the retail park, opened in July 2009, and it provides a broad spectrum of leisure and fitness facilities including a swimming pool, along with a gym, and an adjoining public library. For all your home upgrades, make certain that you utilise trustworthy professionals in Catterick Garrison to ensure that you get the best quality.

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FAQs

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.

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 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.

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