Ceiling | Artexing
Bromley - BR1
Enquiry from: Dimitris S
Start Date: Immediate
Remove 96sqm of artex ceiling, reboard and replaster
Artex is a building material that is used for for decorating surfaces inside the inside of homes. It is normally employed to administer a textured surface to ceilings. Artex continues to be in demand as an alternative to smooth plaster ceilings, and a professional painter and decorator can apply artex in many different textured pattern finishes. Artex is a specific brand name, but there are other manufacturers who create similar products. Older artex ceilings may be refurbished as well. There are various materials and applicators available in order to help make this task as effortless as possible. There exists a wide range of different options with regard to the varieties of texture which artex could be applied in. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects can be applied, all of which could be carried out as a DIY job fairly easily. Experienced painters and decorators will be able to explore with you what finish would best complement your room, and ensure that artex is administered in a top quality and consistent texture. Artex may be painted over, and deciding on a shade that goes with the texture of the surface can enrich an old ceiling and breathe life into a space.
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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Bromley - BR1
Enquiry from: Dimitris S
Start Date: Immediate
Remove 96sqm of artex ceiling, reboard and replaster
Mitcham - CR4
Enquiry from: Christella H
Start Date: Immediate
Repair Artex ceiling and advice
South Ockendon - RM15
Enquiry from: Brenda W
Start Date: Immediate
Need walls in living room artexed.
London - W7
Enquiry from: Darya P
Start Date: Immediate
dear sir/ madam, we would like to remove artex in the kitchen ceiling and in the bathroom ceiling as well as in the panel under the stairs. could you give us a quote please? we are based in hanwell, ...
London - SE9
Enquiry from: Donovan B
Start Date: Immediate
plastering over the ceiling artex 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 artexing: 4+ cei...
Hampton - TW12
Enquiry from: Melinda S
Start Date: Immediate
refreshing the artex on the ceiling in our kitchen that is about 2meters wide and 4 meters long are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to ar...
London - SE6
Enquiry from: Tom W
Start Date: Immediate
I need a repair ***x2ft
London - SE13
Enquiry from: Eliot M
Start Date: Immediate
we are looking for the artex ceilings to be removed from a 2 bed flat of approx 107m2. the artex does contain 2% asbestos as we have had a test. the ceiling is just plasterboard with full access from ...
London - NW9
Enquiry from: Saina B
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer in London area made an enquiry for Artexing online. Please call to arrange an appointment to discuss options Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Residential What ...
London - SE2
Enquiry from: Dambar G
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer made an online enquiry for Artexing via one of our websites. Confirmed via . Please call to arrange an appointment to quote.
Dagenham - RM8
Enquiry from: Amrit K
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer made an online enquiry for Artexing via one of our websites. Confirmed via . Please call to arrange an appointment to quote.
London - SW20
Enquiry from: Fay C
Start Date: Immediate
Large crack in artex ceiling in bathroom due to water damage from leaking pipe in loft. Confirmed chrysotile
London - E1
Enquiry from: Ricky G
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer made an online enquiry for Artexing via one of our websites. Confirmed via email/SMS/. Please call to arrange an appointment to quote.
London - SW16
Enquiry from: Azad B
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer made an online enquiry for Artexing via one of our websites. Confirmed via . Please call to arrange an appointment to quote.
London - SW9
Enquiry from: Tamsila M
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer is looking for Artexing quotes. They are unsure of options so would like to discuss. Confirmed interest via Customer lives in London area Please call to arrange an appointment
Thornton Heath - CR7
Enquiry from: Robert P
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer in Thornton Heath area made an enquiry for Artexing online. Confirmed via SMS at 15:19 Confirmed via email at 15:19 Please call to arrange an appointment to discuss options
London - SE4
Enquiry from: Helen S
Start Date: Immediate
artex ceiling removal in two rooms. approximate size: - 4.27m x3.23m room - 6.02m x 4.32m room Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Residential What are you looking to Ar...
Ilford, Chigwell - IG3
Enquiry from: Costel Cosmin C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer made an enquiry for Artexing via one of our websites. Looking at various options they would like to discuss directly Confirmed interest Please call to discuss and arrange appointment to quot...
Romford - RM5
Enquiry from: Tammy C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer made an enquiry for Artexing via one of our websites. Looking at various options they would like to discuss directly Confirmed interest, SMS at 14:16, email at 14:16 Please call to discuss a...
Pinner - HA5
Enquiry from: Nigar I
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
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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.
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.
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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