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Artex is a material utilised for decorating surfaces within home interiors. It is generally employed to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still in demand as another option to smooth plaster ceilings, and a skilled painter and decorator should be able to apply artex in an assortment of different textured pattern finishes. Artex refers to a specific brand name, but there are alternative manufacturers who create similar products. Older artex ceilings may be repaired as well. There are a variety of materials and applicators available in order to help make this task as easy as possible. There exists a wide range of different alternatives for the styles of texture which artex may be used to produce. It may be administered in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which can be done as a DIY job comparatively easily. Specialist painters and decorators can discuss with you what finish would best go with your area, and make sure that artex is put on in a high quality and uniform surface. Artex may be painted over, and picking out a colour which matches the texture of the surface can improve an old ceiling and breathe life into an area.

Average Artexing cost in Lymm

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 Lymm 2024

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

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Lymm

Lymm is a large village and civil parish in Warrington, Cheshire in England. Lymm was an urban district of Cheshire from 1894 to 1974. The civil parish of Lymm features the hamlets of Booths Hill, Broomedge, Church Green, Deansgreen, Heatley, Heatley Heath, Little Heatley, Oughtrington, Reddish, Rushgreen and Statham. According to the 2011 Census, the village has a permanent population of close to 12350 people. Within this population, 49.1 per cent are male and 50.9 per cent are female. Lymm village centre is a designated sanctuary, notable for its historic buildings, both listed and unlisted. These feature the French-style terracotta former town hall, which is at present unlisted, St. Peter's Church, Oughtrington Hall and Lodge, in the past owned by a cadet branch of the Leigh family and now Lymm High School, and Lymm Hall, a past Domville family home. Foxley Hall, home to a cadet branch of the ancient Booth family, before ownership passed to the Carlisle family, is no longer remaining, however fustian cutting homes on Church Road and Arley Grove do survive. The Parish Church of St. Peter, Oughtrington is an example of Gothic Revival architecture. St. Mary's Church, Lymm, neighboring Lymm Dam was in a state of disrepair by the middle of the 1800s so the Leigh family commissioned the noted Newcastle designer John Dobson to rebuild it. The 1521 tower was retained and raised, but the demand for supplementary stonework rendered the tower being renovated in 1887. Lymm Cross, typically identified just as 'the Cross', is a Grade I listed structure. A 24-hour webcam views the landmark. Extra web cams are strategically situated around. For all your home renovations, be sure to find trusted professionals in Lymm to make certain of 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.

Can you plaster over artex?

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.

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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