Ceiling | Artexing
Coventry - CV6
Enquiry from: Lorna H
Start Date: Immediate
Artex to kitchen ceiling to cover old water stains and abit of plaster around new sockets
Artex is a product that's used for for decorating surfaces within home interiors. It is generally put to use to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains popular as another option to smooth plaster ceilings, and an expert painter and decorator will have the ability to apply artex in numerous different textured pattern appearances. Artex relates to a particular brand, however there are other manufacturers who manufacture equivalent materials. Older artex ceilings can be fixed as well. There are a number of products and applicators on the market in order to make this process as simple as possible. There is a wide range of different choices for the sorts of texture which artex may be applied in. It could be administered in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which could be performed as a Do It Yourself project relatively easily. Skilled painters and decorators will be able to discuss with you which impact would match your space, and ensure that artex is put on to create a superior quality and uniform texture. Artex may additionally be painted over, and deciding on a shade which goes with the texture of the surface can improve a tired 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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Coventry - CV6
Enquiry from: Lorna H
Start Date: Immediate
Artex to kitchen ceiling to cover old water stains and abit of plaster around new sockets
Rugeley - WS15
Enquiry from: Nathanial M
Start Date: Immediate
Hello, I am purchasing a house at the end of April which has Artex ceilings on the Living room, Bedroom, Spare Bedroom, Bathroom and potentially also the landing. The floorplans are as below: (Met...
Stourbridge - DY7
Enquiry from: Pamela K
Start Date: Immediate
livng room ceiling artexed or plastered.
Birmingham - B19
Enquiry from: Mohammed R
Start Date: Immediate
Celling artex doing in livingroom
Stratford-upon-Avon - CV37
Enquiry from: John P
Start Date: Immediate
Need my ceiling repaired from a leak and artexed
Bedworth - CV12
Enquiry from: Michael U
Start Date: Immediate
ceiling artexing front room are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: commercial what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceilings do you require artexing: 1 ceiling ...
Oswestry - SY11
Enquiry from: Kieron L
Start Date: Immediate
Repair artex due to leak
Telford - TF3
Enquiry from: Amber B
Start Date: Immediate
During interal work being done, our popcorn artex ceiling in two bedrooms got ruined in some patches. Plasterers have tried to replicate but it isn't very good. We need an artexer to come and fix thes...
Brierley Hill - DY5
Enquiry from: Wendy L
Start Date: Immediate
I want my hallway artexed
Bilston - WV14
Enquiry from: Alan A
Start Date: Immediate
I need a price for a flat living room artexing.
Oldbury - B69
Enquiry from: Mark T
Start Date: Immediate
artex rendering to a 14ft x 14ft ceiling 18msq 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 art...
Walsall - WS9
Enquiry from: Iswar B
Start Date: Immediate
artex 2 bedrooms ensuite hallway landing 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: ...
Birmingham - B32
Enquiry from: Hayley D
Start Date: Immediate
Hi ! Just spoke to you. Single wall on a single extension- rendering.
Tamworth - B78
Enquiry from: Helen J
Start Date: Immediate
removing built in cupboard so will be plastering and artex to be repaired. En suite will require re plaster boarding as it is fully tiled and they are being removed.
Tipton - DY4
Enquiry from: Lisa T
Start Date: Immediate
Bathroom ceiling artex. You did do it initially a few years ago.
Oswestry - SY11
Enquiry from: Gill W
Start Date: Immediate
repair to artex ceiling needed due to leak from shower above are you the property owner: owner of the property what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceilings do you require artexing: 1 ceil...
Birmingham - B42
Enquiry from: Kalvinder K
Start Date: Immediate
just to check ceiling for asbestos which house owner is going to scrape to smooth ceiling. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: c...
Solihull - B36
Enquiry from: Rebecca W
Start Date: Immediate
remove artex from ceiling in bathroom which does contain asbestos (been tested) are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential
Southam - CV47
Enquiry from: George W
Start Date: Immediate
Ceiling replacement at Wallend, ***
Solihull - B36
Enquiry from: Christopher J
Start Date: Immediate
to remove and replace artex ceilings with now plasterboard. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential
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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.
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 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.
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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