Artex is a substance used for decorating surfaces throughout home interiors. It is commonly worked with to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains popular as a substitute to smooth plaster ceilings, and an expert painter and decorator will have the ability to apply artex in various different textured design appearances. Artex is a specific manufacturer, but there are some other manufacturers who create very similar building materials. Older artex ceilings may be fixed as well. There are an assortment products and applicators on the market in order to help make this task as straightforward as possible. There is a assortment of different options when it comes to the types of texture which artex could be used to produce. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects may be applied, all of which is often done as a Do It Yourself task comparatively easily. Skilled painters and decorators will be able to discuss with you which finish would be most suitable for your space, and make sure that artex is put on to produce an excellent quality and consistent surface. Artex can also be painted over, and deciding on a colour which complements the texture of the surface area 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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Torpoint is a civil parish and town on the Rame Peninsula in southeast Cornwall, England, UK. It is positioned opposite the city of Plymouth throughout the Hamoaze which is the tidal tidewater of the River Tamar. Torpoint had a population of 8,457 at the 2001 census, lowering to 8,364 at the 2011 census. Two electoral wards also exist (Torpoint East as well as West). Their combined populations at the same census were 7,717. In the Cornish language Torpoint is called Penntorr (regional individual band Pentorr have actually taken their name from this). Torpoint is linked to Plymouth (as well as Devonport) by the Torpoint Ferry. The 3 vessels that run the service are chain ferryboats-- that is, they are thrust across the river by drawing themselves on taken care of chains which lie throughout the bed of the river. The journey takes around 7 mins.
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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.
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.
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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