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Artexing in Scotland

Artex is a product that is used for for surface decorating inside home interiors. It is usually worked with to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still fashionable instead of smooth plaster ceilings, and a professional painter and decorator can apply artex in a variety of different textured pattern finishes. Artex describes a particular brand, however there are additional manufacturers who produce comparable building materials. Older artex ceilings may be fixed as well. There are a range products and applicators available for purchase in order to help make this process as effortless as possible. There exists a wide range of different choices when it comes to the types of texture that artex could be applied in. It can be applied in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which can be executed as a Do It Yourself task relatively easily. Expert painters and decorators will be able to examine with you which design would best go with your space, and guarantee that artex is administered in an excellent quality and consistent texture. Artex can additionally be painted over, and selecting a shade that complements the texture of the surface area can regenerate an old ceiling and breathe life into an area.

Average Artexing cost in Scotland

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 Scotland 2024

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

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Scotland

Scotland is one of the four countries that make up the UK, and with a populace of more than 5 million, is the second largest in Britain. There are seven cities across the country, such as the capital city of Edinburgh as well as the largest by population, Glasgow. A great deal of Scotland is made up of unspoilt countryside, including the famous Highland region, and this is reflected in a low population density of 67.5 people per square kilometre. If you’re interested in property developments in Scotland, get in touch with a respected company to ensure you get a good price and an even better finish.

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08 Sep

Ceiling | Artexing

Kilmarnock - KA2

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artexed ceiling damaged by electrician working in loft. cracked section of ceiling to be repaired/replaced and the existing artexing to be made good. should be covered on the contractors insurance. ar...

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07 Sep

Ceiling | Artexing

Lochgelly - KY5

Enquiry from: Kevin W

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Hello, looking for a small artex repair to my kitchen ceiling , the area measures 700mms by 400mms. The ceiling was damaged after an unknown and prolonged water leak from my bathroom , now repaired. W...

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29 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Troon - KA10

Enquiry from: Janette G

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artex repair to my lounge celing 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 ceilin...

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22 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Campbeltown - PA28

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my front room lid artex or plastered 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: 2...

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14 May

Ceiling | Artexing

Aberdeen - AB21

Enquiry from: Elaine P

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ceilings atrex patched in are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceilings do you require artexing: 2 ceilings please ...

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17 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Glasgow - G66

Enquiry from: John M

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Kitchen ceiling 12'x19' small dipple artexed

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07 Oct

Ceiling | Artexing

Glasgow - G12

Enquiry from: Ann M

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Need someone to repair small patch of artex stipple and paint area of ceiling damaged by water ingress. Overall area 2mx1m, artex repair 50cmx10cm new plasterboard insert.

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22 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Silverburn - EH26

Enquiry from: Ruari C

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fell through ceiling, have patched hole with new plasterboard and tape, need someone to artex it so it looks similar to existing ceiling

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24 Jan

Ceiling | Artexing

Kelso - TD5

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artex ceilings to be smoothed over throughout property. living room, bathroom, hall/stair/landing, kitchen, two bedrooms. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential ...

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29 Dec

Ceiling | Artexing

South Queensferry - EH30

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removal of ceiling artex in 3 bedroom house are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling

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20 Oct

Ceiling | Artexing

Port Glasgow - PA14

Enquiry from: Charles G

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remove artex from living room ceiling,fit coving and plaster ceiling. Room is approx 6m by 4m. need it done before 10th november

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19 Sep

Ceiling | Artexing

Johnstone - PA5

Enquiry from: Ann B

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kitchen and bedroom ceilings artexed 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: 2...

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06 Sep

Ceiling | Artexing

Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

Enquiry from: Robbie B

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artex survery of ceilings and potential removal 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 ar...

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25 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Balerno, Currie, Edinburgh, Juniper Green - EH14

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Artex inspection or possible removal

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24 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Glenrothes - KY6

Enquiry from: Alan M

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living room and kitchen reartexed 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: 2 ce...

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29 Jul

Ceiling | Artexing

Linlithgow - EH49

Enquiry from: Susan S

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my home has polystyrene ceiling tiles attached to an artex ceiling which contains asbestos. i'm looking for the ceiling tiles & artex removed and replastering. it's a 3 bed semi around 80 sq m in tota...

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04 Jun

Ceiling | Artexing

Motherwell - ML1

Enquiry from: Ronnie M

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2 bedroom ceilings 1 living room ceiling 1 kitchen ceiling 1small hallway ceiling 1 small bathroom ceiling to remove the artex are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residen...

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07 May

Ceiling | Artexing

Edinburgh - EH4

Enquiry from: Richard B

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Two ceilings covered with artex to be removed (approx 20m2 and 10m2)

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16 Mar

Ceiling | Artexing

Peterhead - AB42

Enquiry from: Samantha F

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recent home report stating possible asbestos in bathroom ceilingbecause it is artexed. need it to be surveyed. are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: residential

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13 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Glasgow - G13

Enquiry from: Elizabeth M

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looking to have artex removed from my hall are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: residential what are you looking to artex: walls how many ceilings do you require artexin...

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FAQs

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.

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 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.

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.

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