Artex is a substance utilised for surface decorating inside home interiors. It is typically used to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still popular as a substitute to smooth plaster ceilings, and a professional painter and decorator can apply artex in a variety of different textured style finishes. Artex describes a specific brand name, but there are different manufacturers who make comparable materials. Older artex ceilings can be fixed as well, with a variety of materials and applicators available for purchase in order to make this procedure as easy as possible. There exists a wide array of of different choices for the designs of texture that artex can be applied in. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects could be administered, all of which could be executed as a DIY task fairly easily. Expert painters and decorators will be able to examine with you what texture would be most suitable for your room, and ensure that artex is administered in a top quality and uniform surface. Artex can also be painted over, and deciding on a shade which suits the texture of the surface area can improve a tired 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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Liverpool - L13
Enquiry from: Edward H
Start Date: Immediate
artex comb repair patch quote 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: 1 ceiling ...
Wirral - CH47
Enquiry from: Mark B
Start Date: Immediate
we are looking to remove artex from 2 large bedroom ceilings, hall and landing ceilings and from 2 reception rooms ceilings. there is smaller amount of work in the kitchen. are you the property owner:...
Southport - PR8
Enquiry from: Bakulesh S
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
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Southport - PR9
Enquiry from: John N
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
Customer is looking for quotes for Artexing from pros around Southport. Please call to arrange appointment to discuss
Birkenhead - CH41
Enquiry from: Brian H
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
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Liverpool - L4
Enquiry from: Marie K
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...
Ellesmere Port - CH65
Enquiry from: Julie A
Start Date: Immediate
I need a ceiling artexing Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Residential What are you looking to Artex: Ceiling How many ceilings do you require artexing: 1 Ceiling P...
Prescot - L34
Enquiry from: Jennifer R
Start Date: Immediate
Damaged artex ceiling due to water damage need all of the ceiling done with artex again because need to match up with front ceiling due to being a through lounge Are you the property owner: Tenant (w...
Prescot - L34
Enquiry from: Jennifer R
Start Date: Immediate
To redo artex ceiling due to water damage, I have a through lounge and it is the back ceiling that I want to match up the same as the front. 10ft x 11 ft Are you the property owner: Tenant (with pe...
Prescot - L34
Enquiry from: Jennifer R
Start Date: Immediate
Water damaged artex ceiling in living room through lounge front lounge artex back damaged would like to redo all of the back ceiling the same has the other ceiling Are you the property owner: Tenant ...
Wirral - CH62
Enquiry from: Donald L
Start Date: Immediate
To Artex bedroom ceiling in ex council house, 3 cracks in ceiling to be taped over then stipple effect wanted. For sons house.
Prescot - L34
Enquiry from: Jennifer R
Start Date: Immediate
Damaged artex ceiling How many ceilings do you require artexing: 1 Ceiling What are you looking to Artex: Ceiling Are you the property owner: Tenant (with permission) Property Type: Residential Pleas...
Wirral - CH49
Enquiry from: Bryan W
Start Date: Less than one month
Bedroom Ceiling to be Re-Artexed a Different Patern
St. Helens - WA9
Enquiry from: Mr A
Start Date: Less than one month
skim over and artex bathroom ceiling aprox 14x8 ft
St. Helens - WA11
Enquiry from: Thomas M
Start Date: Less than one month
Small kitchen & bathroom ceilings artexed What are you looking to Artex: Ceiling Are you the property owner: Owner of the property How many ceilings do you require artexing: 2 Time scale: Less than on...
Wirral - CH63
Enquiry from: Brian R
Start Date: Less than one month
Need bedroom ceiling artexing Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What are you looking to Artex: Ceiling How many ceilings do you require artexing: 1 Time scale: Less than one month Plea...
Liverpool - L32
Enquiry from: David K
Start Date: Immediate
I need my patio, hallway ceiling artexing, and my bathroom wall plastering
Liverpool - L4
Enquiry from: Diane G
Start Date: Less than one month
Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Outside rendering Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Prop...
Ellesmere Port - CH66
Enquiry from: Martin W
Start Date: Immediate
2 bedroom ceilings approx. 11x11ft 1 x hall ceiling22ft x 6-8ft All ceilings have previously had gloss paint on
Liverpool - L15
Enquiry from: Alan M
Start Date: Immediate
Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Terrace, Work description: two walls in a bedroom and a ceiling. the ceiling is to cover artex
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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 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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