Ceiling | Artexing
Newport - NP11
Enquiry from: Karen K
Start Date: Immediate
2 walls artexed due to having a damp proof course put in.
Artex is a substance that's used for for decorating surfaces within home interiors. It is usually used to administer a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains in demand instead of smooth plaster ceilings, and a skilled painter and decorator should have the ability to apply artex in many different textured style finishes. Artex relates to a particular brand name, however there are some other manufacturers who make comparable products. Older artex ceilings may be repaired as well, with many different materials and applicators on the market to help make this method as effortless as possible. There exists a wide variety of different choices for the varieties of texture that artex may be applied in. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects may be applied, all of which can be accomplished as a DIY project reasonably easily. Professional painters and decorators will be able to consider with you which style would best match your space, and guarantee that artex is administered in a quality and consistent surface. Artex may be painted over, and deciding on a shade that goes well with the texture of the surface can improve 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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Requests for quotations in Wales in October 2024
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Newport - NP11
Enquiry from: Karen K
Start Date: Immediate
2 walls artexed due to having a damp proof course put in.
Bagillt, Flint - CH6
Enquiry from: David H
Start Date: Immediate
living room artexing, 8x3 metres
Swansea - SA6
Enquiry from: Ken A
Start Date: Immediate
i have a small piece of artex come downafter water damage and would like it repaired if possible are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to...
Llandovery - SA20
Enquiry from: Eirwen M
Start Date: Immediate
Artex cieling water damage repair done
Pentre - CF41
Enquiry from: Elaine G
Start Date: Immediate
current artexed ceiling in passage plastered over. typical terraced valleys house are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential
Bridgend - CF32
Enquiry from: Sarah W
Start Date: Immediate
Rendering outside of house,
Cardiff - CF23
Enquiry from: JACKIE B
Start Date: Immediate
if possible repair to artex ceiling please . i have photos of damage are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceilin...
Abertillery - NP13
Enquiry from: Alan G
Start Date: Immediate
small bulge in ceiling from water need to repair and match existing pattern are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how man...
Swansea - SA3
Enquiry from: Deborah M
Start Date: Immediate
Need artex ceilings in 4 bedroom house removed
Tonypandy - CF40
Enquiry from: Steven T
Start Date: Immediate
patch repair on 10 inch hole in ceiling and then artex to blend in are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceiling...
Llanelli - SA14
Enquiry from: Howard W
Start Date: Immediate
custom rated of ceiling in bedroom to match rest of house. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceilings do you ...
Cardiff - CF23
Enquiry from: Hilary I
Start Date: Immediate
my lounge has a covering on the walls of what appears to be wall paper covered in lumpy artex type substance. what is the best plan as we really want a smooth surface to redecorate. are you the proper...
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Phillip M
Start Date: Immediate
Removal or covering of rates on various ceilings
Cardiff - CF14
Enquiry from: David R
Start Date: Immediate
remove paper from kitchen ceiling and artex. kitchen size app*** wide x 15ft long are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling pl...
Wrexham - LL14
Enquiry from: Zak W
Start Date: Immediate
Ceiling artex, in a old house not to sure if asbestos is in it
Pontypool - NP4
Enquiry from: Pam T
Start Date: Immediate
Our bathroom ceiling has developed cracks and it is covered in white artex. I have been advised to obtain a quote for its removal.
Penmaenmawr - LL34
Enquiry from: Laura R
Start Date: Immediate
Estimate please for a small terrace house of artex removal on walls in a bedroom..and ceilings. A ball park figure as its I my house survey - not living in the house .Thank you Are you the property ow...
Prestatyn - LL19
Enquiry from: Diane T
Start Date: Immediate
lounge and 2 bedrooms ceilings
Llandudno - LL30
Enquiry from: Graham Y
Start Date: Immediate
Smother over current artex tipple ceiling with artex so it totally smothe
Bridgend - CF31
Enquiry from: Glyn P
Start Date: Immediate
Artex ceiling fan design ten by ten feet Please call to appoint
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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 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.
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.
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