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Artex is a product that is used for for decorating surfaces throughout the inside of homes. It is typically employed to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still popular in place of smooth plaster ceilings, and an expert painter and decorator can apply artex in many different textured design finishes. Artex describes a specific brand name, but there are other manufacturers who create similar materials. Older artex ceilings may be repaired as well. There are a number of materials and applicators available to help make this task as effortless as possible. There exists a wide range of different alternatives when it comes to the sorts of texture which artex can be applied in. It may be administered in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which is often done as a DIY task comparatively easily. Expert painters and decorators will be able to review with you which result would match your area, and make sure that artex is administered in a quality and consistent surface. Artex may also be painted over, and picking a colour which complements the texture of the surface area can rejuvenate a tired ceiling and breathe life into a space.

Average Artexing cost in Hythe

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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Artexing installation cost in Hythe 2024

Labour cost £140
Material cost £50
Waste removal £10
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Hythe

Hythe is a small seaside market town on the edge of Romney Marsh, in the District of Shepway on the south coast of Kent in England. Hythe can be found on the northern terminus of the Romney, Hythe and Dymchurch Railway, which runs alongside the coast. Opening in 1927, the trains operate on a gauge measuring 380 millimetres and the track is approximately 14 miles long. According to the 2011 Census, Hythe has a permanent resident population of around 14516. The town's name relates to the Old English term meaning 'Haven' or 'Landing Place'. Found in the town is a broad variety of medieval and Georgian era structures, not to forget the Saxon and Norman age church on the hill and a Victorian seafront promenade. Hythe was a settlement that was defended by two castles at one point in its past history, pertaining to Saltwood Castle and Lympne Castle. As a key Clinique Port, Hythe once did have a dynamic harbour, which has actually vanished entirely over the past 300 years due to silting. The Town Hall, formerly a Guildhall, was erected in 1794, with its fireplace being designed by the Adam Brothers. Close to the present Farmers' Market that is assembled in the town every second and 4th Saturday of the month, Hythe's medieval market used to take place in Market Square, which is now referred to as Red Lion Square. There countless social and sporting activities accessible to citizens through gardening, horse riding, bowling, tennis, cricket, football, squash and cruising clubs. For all of your home upgrades, make certain to make use of dependable experts in Hythe to make certain of quality.

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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.

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.

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.

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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