Ceiling | Artexing
Great Yarmouth - NR30
Enquiry from: Steve E
Start Date: Immediate
We have an Artex ceiling in our kitchen and need an area added with Artex where strip lighting was previously if possible please?
Artex is a building material that's used for for decorating surfaces throughout the interior of homes. It is normally worked with to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains in demand as another option to smooth plaster ceilings, and an experienced painter and decorator should have the ability to apply artex in various different textured style finishes. Artex relates to a particular brand, but there are alternative manufacturers who manufacture very similar building materials. Older artex ceilings can be refurbished as well, with a selection of materials and applicators available to help make this process as easy as possible. There exists a number of different choices when it comes to the sorts of texture that artex could be used to create. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects can be administered, all of which can be carried out as a DIY task reasonably easily. Expert painters and decorators will be able to examine with you what effect would suit your space, and guarantee that artex is applied to produce a superior quality and consistent appearance. Artex may also be painted over, and selecting a shade which goes with the texture of the surface can regenerate an old ceiling and breathe life into a room.
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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Great Yarmouth - NR30
Enquiry from: Steve E
Start Date: Immediate
We have an Artex ceiling in our kitchen and need an area added with Artex where strip lighting was previously if possible please?
Great Yarmouth - NR31
Enquiry from: Rachel H
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
To re-artex & cove bedroom ceiling & minor plaster repair to one wall. Also quite to re-artex hall/landing at some point Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Residential W...
Great Yarmouth - NR30
Enquiry from: Patricia M
Start Date: Immediate
Back Hallway, wall down to basement and kitchen walls Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Residential
Great Yarmouth - NR29
Enquiry from: Tony M
Start Date: Less than one month
Bedroom Artex and Coved. Bedroom Size 12 x 12
Great Yarmouth - NR30
Enquiry from: Kirk H
Start Date: Immediate
Home Owner Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Plastering a bedroom Please contact to appoint
Lowestoft - NR32
Enquiry from: Adam H
Start Date: Immediate
Strip Artex on 3 walls 3.6x3.6 Ceilings remove Artex / plasterboard 2 rooms 3.6x4.0
Norwich - NR3
Enquiry from: Chaz S
Start Date: Immediate
Great, what do you need done? More than one room Early 1900s terraced house, 5 ceilings need plastering which currently have artex. A stair well and 3 living room walls need plastering too.
Lowestoft - NR32
Enquiry from: Sarah L
Start Date: Immediate
Good Morning, i have had a leak in my bathroom which has come through my lounge ceiling. The artex looks cracked and is peeling, there is also a big brown stain. Can you please tell me how much yo...
Lowestoft - NR32
Enquiry from: S C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Homeowner ARTEX 3 bed room ceilings plus small kitchen, bathroom,living room, & small landing.living room & kitchen already have basic artex on,rest of ceilings just under coat paint Are you the pr...
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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.
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.
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 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.
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