Artex is a substance that is used for for surface decorating within the interior of homes. It is commonly chosen to administer a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains in demand in place of smooth plaster ceilings, and a qualified painter and decorator should be able to apply artex in various different textured style finishes. Artex refers to a particular manufacturer, but there are some other manufacturers who produce comparable products. Older artex ceilings can be fixed as well. There are various products and applicators available for purchase to make this procedure as quick as possible. There is a wide selection of different choices with regard to the varieties of texture that artex may be used to produce. It could be administered in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which could be executed as a Do It Yourself job fairly easily. Experienced painters and decorators can review with you what style would be most suitable for your space, and make sure that artex is applied to create a superior quality and consistent texture. Artex can additionally be painted over, and choosing a shade that goes with the texture of the surface area can enhance an old 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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Leeds - LS5
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i have an artexed ceiling in the through lounge. it has been tested and contains chrysotile. the room is approx. 8.5m x 3.5m. i would like quotes for a) removal and replacement of boards or b) over...
Leeds - LS17
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Leeds - LS14
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A living room ceiling but just patching in
Leeds - LS16
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2 bed dormer bungalow has most walls and ceilings Artex covered. It would need to be removed and replastered incase it has asbestos content. Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner Property T...
Leeds - LS8
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small area of artex on ceilings needs to be repaired.
Leeds - LS14
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Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: I need a cupboard door sealed and the wall plastered.
Leeds - LS15
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Hall, stairs and landing to be artexed - quote needed and to be done as soon as possible
Leeds - LS14
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Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Walls and ceilings in room kitchen and landing hall and stairs
Leeds - LS27
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Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: Want artex in the house skimming over. Want it done within a few days if possib...
Leeds - LS14
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Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Hall stairs and landing not a lot of wall area
Leeds - LS26
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Had an extension done to increase size of master bedroom. Original ceiling has a dabbed artex and would like extension to match this, the ceiling is freshly plastered. Are you the property owner: Owne...
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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.
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.
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 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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