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Artex is a building material utilised for surface decorating throughout the inside of homes. It is often worked with to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still in demand as an alternative to smooth plaster ceilings, and a professional painter and decorator should be able to apply artex in various different textured style finishes. Artex is a specific brand name, however there are other manufacturers who make similar building materials. Older artex ceilings can be restored as well, with an assortment materials and applicators on the market to make this process as straightforward as possible. There's a wide variety of different alternatives for the styles of texture which artex could be used to produce. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects may be applied, all of which could be accomplished as a Do It Yourself job relatively easily. Professional painters and decorators can examine with you which texture would go with your space, and ensure that artex is put on in a superior quality and consistent appearance. Artex may additionally be painted over, and picking out a shade which complements the texture of the surface area can renew an old ceiling and breathe life into a space.

Average Artexing cost in Harlow

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 Harlow 2025

Labour cost £140
Material cost £50
Waste removal £10
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The Essex town of Harlow contains a population of 82,200 and forms part of the London commuter belt. Harlow includes a land area of 11.79 square miles, providing it with a population density of 6,970 individuals for every sq miles. In order to keep control of London's overspill there have been significant redevelopment in the Harlow region. Make certain to keep your house up-to-date with improvements from vetted and reputable industry professionals in Harlow and have the best costs and a quality finish.

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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.

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.

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.

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