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Artexing in Fife

Artex is a product utilised for decorating surfaces throughout home interiors. It is commonly worked with to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains in demand instead of smooth plaster ceilings, and an expert painter and decorator can apply artex in numerous different textured design appearances. Artex describes a specific manufacturer, however there are more manufacturers who make comparable materials. Older artex ceilings may be refurbished as well. There are a number of materials and applicators on the market to help make this method as effortless as possible. There is a wide range of different alternatives for the styles of texture that artex could be applied in. It may be administered in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which could be undertaken as a DIY task reasonably easily. Professional painters and decorators can consider with you what texture would best match your room, and guarantee that artex is applied in a quality and consistent appearance. Artex can be painted over, and choosing a colour that complements the texture of the surface can regenerate an old ceiling and breathe life into an area.

Average Artexing cost in Fife

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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Prices based on actual Artexing costs for Fife, as reported by local Quotatis members.

Artexing installation cost in Fife 2024

Labour cost £140
Material cost £50
Waste removal £10
Time frame: 1-3 days

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Artexing Projects in Fife in February 2024

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Artexing searches in cities and towns near Fife February 2024

Fife

Fife has the 3rd largest local authority populace in Scotland, with over 360,000 inhabitants. One third of these are living in the 3 key regions of Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy and North-east Fife. Despite its significant population, the density is only 276 people per kilometre. Fife is particularly famous for housing the home of golf, St Andrews. The region carries a extremely traditional historical past, with 4,961 listed properties and 48 conservation areas. Should you be wanting house enhancements with the idea to increase property value or increase the aesthetic appeal, work with vetted professionals for a top quality finish.

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07 Sep

Ceiling | Artexing

Lochgelly - KY5

Enquiry from: Kevin W

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Hello, looking for a small artex repair to my kitchen ceiling , the area measures 700mms by 400mms. The ceiling was damaged after an unknown and prolonged water leak from my bathroom , now repaired. W...

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29 Dec

Ceiling | Artexing

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: Douglas F

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removal of ceiling artex in 3 bedroom house are you the property owner: relative of owner property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling

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24 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Glenrothes - KY6

Enquiry from: Alan M

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living room and kitchen reartexed are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceilings do you require artexing: 2 ce...

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02 Nov

Ceiling | Artexing

Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: Wendy B

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to remove or plaster over artex ceilings in hallway and bedrooms are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential

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05 May

Ceiling | Artexing

Dunfermline - KY12

Enquiry from: Amy R

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artex removal from top half of living room walls. are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: residential what are you looking to artex: walls please call to appoint

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19 Jul

Ceiling | Artexing

Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: Anne M

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Quote to artec kitchen ceiling following slight water damage Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Residential What are you looking to Artex: Ceiling How many ceilings do yo...

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02 Mar

Ceiling | Artexing

Dunfermline - KY12

Enquiry from: Olga C

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Artex two ceilings within home.

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01 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Kirkcaldy - KY2

Enquiry from: Keith G

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Artex living room/Bedroom bathroom, hall and kitchen All ceilings Are you the property owner: Owner of the property Property Type: Residential What are you looking to Artex: Ceiling How many ceili...

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15 Apr

Ceiling | Artexing

Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: Derek B

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Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: bedroom and ceiling

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04 Jan

Ceiling | Artexing

Glenrothes - KY6

Enquiry from: Kay M

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Customer visited the myplasteringprices.co.uk site and submitted an enquiry. Property type: Semi detached, Work description: All the way through the hall half the hall has been artexed and I don't l...

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13 Jul

Ceiling | Artexing

South Queensferry - EH30

Enquiry from: Martin L

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Property type: Semi detached, Work description: Repair bedroom ceiling following a leak in the loft, also repair pipe box section in small toilet Are you the property owner: Relative of Owner P...

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15 May

Ceiling | Artexing

Dunfermline, Inverkeithing - KY11

Enquiry from: L D

Start Date: Immediate

Customers own description of work to be carried out: Artexing in hallway upstairs and down Please contact to appoint

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24 Apr

Ceiling | Artexing

Anstruther - KY10

Enquiry from: Isabella B

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Work description: Artex patching where a daylight fitting removed Homeowner Please contact to appoint

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FAQs

Does artex contain asbestos?

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.

How to paint an artex ceiling?

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.

What is artex?

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.

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.

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