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Littel Picasso

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Hi Little picasso is a company based in meadway rochester, we take care of your property form painting and decoratin...
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Building Heroes Property Services

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Our local tradesmen are made up of military veterans and their families who have graduated from the Building Heroes Educat...
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50 Shades Of Paint

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Between us all at 50 Shades of paint we have approximately 80 years experience between us. There is no job we cannot do. O...
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Resin Your Roof

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Eurocell plc is the UK’s leading manufacturer, distributor and recycler of PVC-U window, door, conservatory and roofline s...
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Anchorage Renovations

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A small family run business Est.1999. Offering all experienced building trades for Home and Commercial business Renovati...
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We are proud members of the federation of master builders. We specialise in renovations, refurbishments and bathroom and k...

Recent Plasterer Enquiries

17 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Shoreham-by-Sea - BN43

Enquiry from: Kimberley M

Start Date: Immediate

to put up plaster coving in a bedroom and a kitchen are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 2 rooms are you loo...

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07 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Shoreham-by-Sea - BN43

Enquiry from: Gaye T

Start Date: Immediate

kitchen has recently been retiled but there is an area of artexing which needs to be skimmed. it is mainly above the wall cupboards and around the window and door. are you the property owner: owner of...

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08 Jun

Interior work | Plastering

Shoreham-by-Sea - BN43

Enquiry from: Jake C

Start Date: Immediate

please provide an email and i will attach photos of the damage to the plaster in the apartment- downstairs kitchen above units, downstairs bedroom, upstairs dressing room hallway area, also wall upsta...

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06 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Shoreham-by-Sea - BN43

Enquiry from: Helen C

Start Date: Less than one month

re-skimming of ceilings in 3 rooms please. Room 1: 4x4m Room 2: 3.4x2.7m Room 3: 2.25x2m Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Semi detached How many rooms are you lo...

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13 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Shoreham-by-Sea - BN43

Enquiry from: Fee T

Start Date: Less than one month

Home owner Detached 3 Bedrooms Re-plaster hall and Bedroom Time scale: Less than one month Contact to Appoint *

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25 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Littlehampton - BN16

Enquiry from: Jon M

Start Date: Immediate

customer in littlehampton areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for plastering.confirmed interest via sms and email at 25/01/2024 18:14.please call to arrang...

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10 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Worthing - BN14

Enquiry from: Barbara Y

Start Date: Immediate

take off remains of old skim to part of wall, some has been removed and re skim an internal wall approx 10 ft x 8 ft are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many...

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27 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Hove - BN3

Enquiry from: Louis J

Start Date: Less than one month

customer in the hove area made an enquiry a couple of projects including plastering.call anytime and arrange an appointment to discuss. below is some details about this project: are you the property o...

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14 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Brighton - BN2

Enquiry from: Shane A

Start Date: Immediate

fitting coving in kitchen room, about 16m in all. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you lookin...

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05 May

Interior work | Plastering

Hove - BN3

Enquiry from: Mark J

Start Date: Immediate

looking have coving put in throughout all rooms lounge,kitchen,hallway,2 bedrooms,bathroom,tokiet. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many rooms are you looking...

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05 Apr

Interior work | Plastering

Littlehampton - BN17

Enquiry from: Beverley B

Start Date: Immediate

artex ceiling removal and replaced with plastered ceiling are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 2 rooms are y...

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21 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

Hove - BN3

Enquiry from: Sofie H

Start Date: Immediate

around 55 metres of coving to be fitted in master bedroom, bathroom, living room and downstairs toilet. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are yo...

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07 Mar

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Peacehaven - BN10

Enquiry from: Barry L

Start Date: Immediate

Artex Removal Lead

plasterboard and paint ceiling are you the property owner: owner of the property how many different rooms are you looking to have ceiling work on: 1-2 ceilings what level of service do you require: su...

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02 Mar

Ceiling | Artexing

Hove - BN3

Enquiry from: Tony P

Start Date: Immediate

i am in process of buying this property. it has artex and need quote for work and options are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ce...

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17 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Hove - BN3

Enquiry from: Romie P

Start Date: Immediate

coving fitting in lounge (15.11×11.4 feet) kitchen (12.4×6.2 feet) bedroom (12.4×11.5 feet) are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: other how many rooms are you looking to...

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12 Nov

Interior work | Plastering

Hove - BN3

Enquiry from: Hellen B

Start Date: Immediate

looking to get a quote to fit coving approx 25m in an old victorian room. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastere...

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08 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Brighton - BN2

Enquiry from: Grace P

Start Date: Immediate

hi, i'm looking for a quote for some coving to be fitted for my front room / dining room. the front room is roughly 31.4cm by 32.8cm with a small chimney breast in it. dining room 26.3cm by 31.4cm. i...

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18 Aug

Interior work | Plastering

Hove - BN3

Enquiry from: Rosalind W

Start Date: Immediate

we have already purchased the cornice and had this fitted on the ground floor. however, we would also like this installed on the first floor landing and possibly in the hallway. are you the property o...

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03 Jul

Ceiling | Artexing

Hove - BN3

Enquiry from: Mariela M

Start Date: Immediate

looking for a quote moving to a house with a lot artex in the hall and 3 rooms need a quote are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex:...

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01 Jun

Interior work | Plastering

Worthing - BN11

Enquiry from: Kayleigh B

Start Date: Immediate

i need coving to be put up in my living and dining room and also my hall way. i have got it already. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you loo...

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How much do Plasterer services cost?

How much do Plasterers cost? Costs for Plasterers in 2024 can be very different depending on the type of work that you require to have performed in your house. 

A plaster is used to serve a number of purposes when applied on a solid surface. It seals rough brickwork or stonework, it provides a smooth surface for the application of paint, the smooth surface offers a clean and wipeable finish, it’s used to repair holes and cracks in existing plasterwork and lots more. With all these benefits, it’s little surprise more and more home and property owners are looking to have their properties plastered. If you’re also considering taking on this task, then you’d probably want to know exactly how much it’ll cost to get this project over the line. In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight into wall plastering costs to help you make the best informed decisions moving forward. Let’s take a look!

As you may have expected, the cost of charged by plasterers is dependent on a number of factors. These factors include the dimension of the room, accessibility of the surface, the condition of the existing plaster as well as the size or reputation of the company. Several plasterer professionals charge a daily rate or a average room size. They know the approximate area that they can cover in a day and charge accordingly. Typically, plastering walls from scratch for small rooms will cost within the range of £600 to £700 with a duration of 2 to 3 days, while mid-sized room should cost in between £650 to £1000 with a completion time from 2 to 4 days. Lastly, for a large room, you can expect to incur about of £1000 to £1500 and can be completed within 4 days.

The table shows the kinds of job that Plasterers usually do and the regular price series of these projects. Some jobs take longer to complete than others so prices do vary by task.

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The average price
of a Plasterer in Shoreham-by-sea is:

£430

Plasterer job Plasterer cost in 2024
Plastering in Shoreham-by-sea £563-£863
Artexing in Shoreham-by-sea £150-£230
Plasterboard ceilings in Shoreham-by-sea £225-£600
Suspended ceilings in Shoreham-by-sea £525-£805
Artex Removal in Shoreham-by-sea £190-£400

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Plasterer FAQs

how to get artex off a ceiling?

Artex is a water based surface coating which is used to decorate both ceilings and walls with a textured finish. Back in the 1970’s, artex happens to be very popular when the swirling or spiky effects it creates  were considered to be the best of fashion when it comes to interior designs. However, in today’s world, an artex ceiling is not only considered outdated but also a pain to clean and repair.

 

If you have an artex ceiling in your residential property and looking for a way to get it off, then you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’re going to show you how its done without much stress.

 

To get started you’d need to get the following tools and material which includes: safety goggles, dust mask and rubber gloves, plastic sheeting, canvas drop cloth ( carpet) or rosin paper (hard floor) and step ladder

 

 

Prepare the room. Start this by moving all furniture out of the room or stack the furniture at the centre of the room and cover using plastic sheets. Once done, cover all non-removable items with plastic sheets and lay down a canvas drop cloth for carpet floors and rosin paper for hard floors

  • Put on your safety gear
  • Use a utility knife or joint knife to slowly chip away at the texture and create a smooth surface.
  • Mix joint compound in a bucket as per the instructions on the package
  • Skim the surface with a thin layer of joint compound to smooth it out using a taping knife, then leave to dry overnight before you proceed
  • Lightly sand the surface smooth with the help of a 220-grit sanding block
  • Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface clean prior to painting.
What plasterboard to use for ceilings

Also commonly referred to as drywall, plasterboard is an incredibly versatile product which features a sandwich of gypsum plaster between thick paper layers. It’s mainly used on both walls and ceilings due to the wide range of benefits it provides. Not only can plasterboard be made to be humidity resistant, fire resistant as well as noise resistant, but they’re also known to have a low environment impact, easy to repair and can be used to conceal stuff from plain sight. As a result of these benefits couple with the fact that they also happen to be quite affordable, plasterboard has grown to become a ubiquitous phenomenon in modern residential buildings.

 

When it comes to the installation of plasterboard on ceilings, one of the major sources of concern for several homeowners is the determination of the thickness required to ensure a durable and long-lasting project. If you’re planning to fit plasterboard on your ceiling and wondering the thickness that’ll be appropriate, then you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight on what plasterboard to use for ceilings. Let’s take a look!

 

First and foremost, the standard plasterboard sheet size is 120 cm in width and within the range of 180 cm to 360 cm in height. These sizes are designed to provide the much-needed support to the standard stud spacing which is 160 cm. Depending on the manufacturer, plasterboard can be in four different widths. Now talking about the thickness, there are two standard thicknesses of plasterboard - 9.5 mm and 12.5 mm. The sizes of plasterboard for ceilings are 9.5 mm or 10 mm. Most individuals tend to assume that the thicker the plasterboard the better, but this is absolutely false. A thicker plasterboard will only stick harder to the ceiling which will make it hard to seal joints if required.

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.

is artex dangerous?

The short and simple answer to this question is, it depends. Artex surface coating was manufactured with white abestos ( until the mid 1980’s ) in order to strengthen as well as harden it. In other words, this implies that all the ceilings and walls coverings made by Artex Ltd and other manufactures at the time are highly likely to contain asbestos. Although Artex Ltd stopped using asbestos as early as the mid 1980’s, there were still other manufacturers who continued using it until 1999 when the laws and regulations covering the use of asbestos changed in the year 2000.

 

Asbestos, however, is only harmful when disturbed and releases its deadly fibres. For instance, when it’s being sanded and removed as it usually poses no risks when left undisturbed. Since it’s not possible to identify Artex containing asbestos fibres with the naked eye, it’s strongly recommended that you hire the services of a qualified person or company to help determine if you have asbestos in your ceilings or walls especially if your house was constructed before the year 2000. The professionals will be able to advise you on the best course of action as well as if it’s dangerous.

 

To be sure if your Artex contains asbestos, you’ll need to have the artex sampled by an asbestos surveyor. If you’re planning to have a construction or maintenance work done on your property, and the artex is likely to be in the way or disturbed, there’s a need for you to have a refurbishment or demolition asbestos survey done. This will ensure that all the areas that’ll be disturbed by the work is properly tested to determine the presence or otherwise of asbestos. If found, the artex will have to be addressed and either removed or protected before any work can take place.

 

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.

how much does plastering cost?

How Much Does Plastering Cost?

If your existing interior or exterior plaster is starting to show signs of needing to be refreshed or the painting never seems to last, then it’s probably time to have your plaster renewed to breathe in a new lease of life to your decorating efforts.

So if you’re giving wall plastering a thought, there’s a need to have a rough estimate of the cost a professional is likely to charge so you can set a budget and start planning. However a direct answer can not be provided for this question as there are so many factors that a professional will put into considering before coming up with a quote that’s unique to your specific requirements.

A lot of plasterers will come up with a quote for the job using the number of square metres of wall space that’s going to be covered. This is due to the number of plasterboards as well as the other materials that the plasterer will need to purchase, how long the work will take and also the labour that’ll be involved in completing the project.

Another popular influencing factor that several plasterers use is the size of the room to be plastered. This is the main reason why you’re more likely to find the prices in small, medium as well as large rooms. Therefore, in order to have a more accurate estimate of the cost of your plastering project, you’d have to call in a qualified professional to have a look at the job at hand. Generally, to re-plaster a small room will cost within the range of £350 to £550, a medium room will cost within the range of £400 to £600 and a large room, between £550 to £700.

can you wallpaper over artex?

Although they’re pretty much outdated now, artex happens to be a very popular surface coating option just a few decades ago. Several homeowners with artex in recent times would either want to have them removed or cover them up with stuffs such as a wallpaper. So if you’re wondering whether or not it’s possible to wallpaper over artex, then there you have it. It’s possible to wallpaper over artex, however it’s not advisable as wallpaper may eventually crack over time. On the other hand, the artex can also create ridges beneath the wallpaper which allows unpleasant protrusions in the wallpaper. Instead of applying wallpaper over artex, a more permanent solution would be to cover it with drywall or wet plaster or perhaps just have it removed completely.

 

There are two types of wallpaper, there’s the thin wallpaper application which comes with adhesive on one side as well as a pattern or colour on the other side. With this, all you need do is simply to peel and stick. Then the other type is the sturdier wallpaper that’s more thick and requires a special wallpaper paste. However, it’s important to note that if you choose to wallpaper over your artex, you won’t be able to make use of the thin type of wallpaper, rather you’ll have to incorporate the sturdier  option which makes use of wallpaper paste.

 

The wallpaper paste is the product you mix with water to produce a paste which you’ll have to apply to your walls before applying the applying the regular wallpaper - one without adhesive on one side. Appling wallpaper to an artex decoration may just give you the updated appearance you so much desire.

What types of plastering are there?

There are several different kinds of plastering. ‘Dot and dab’ refers to a base layer of plasterboard which is attached to a wall using ‘dabs’ of adhesive. ‘Floating’ is a technique where a backing or undercoat plaster is applied to walls. ‘Skimming’ or ‘reskimming’ refers to the very thin final decorative layer of plaster.

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