Artex is a building material utilised for decorating surfaces in the inside of homes. It is normally employed to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains in demand as an alternative to smooth plaster ceilings, and a qualified painter and decorator will be able to apply artex in a range of different textured style appearances. Artex identifies a specific manufacturer, but there are other manufacturers who manufacture very similar materials. Older artex ceilings may be fixed as well, with a range materials and applicators available for purchase in order to make this method as simple as possible. There's a wide array of of different options for the styles of texture that artex may be applied in. It could be administered in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which is often done as a DIY project fairly easily. Knowledgeable painters and decorators can consider with you which texture would be most suitable for your space, and guarantee that artex is put on to create a top quality and consistent surface. Artex may even be painted over, and picking out a shade that suits the texture of the surface can enrich an old ceiling and breathe life into a space.
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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Shefford is a town and also civil church located in the Central Bedfordshire district of Bedfordshire, England. At the 2001 census it had a population of 4,928, and was approximated to have actually grown to 5,770 by 2007. The population at the 2011 Census had actually risen to 5,881. In between 1868 and 1974 Shefford was the site of St Francis' Boy's Home (orphanage) that was positioned on High Street alongside the Roman Catholic Church devoted to St Francis of Assisi. The church continues to be in operation as a church. The orphanage structures, which are seen on the right of the picture, have been turned into apartments. The orphanage buildings are one of the most imposing in the community and date from the 1880s. Numerous data concerning the residence can be discovered at the Bedfordshire and Luton Archives and also Records Service at Borough Hall in Bedford. There are Home Office and also Department for Education Inspection Reports offered that cover the duration from 1962 to 1969. During The Second World War a whole Jewish children's community entered into being in Shefford as evacuees from Europe were billeted around the town as part of "Operation Pied Piper Tomorrow".
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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.
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.
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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