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Artex is a material that's used for for surface decorating within the inside of homes. It is generally worked with to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still popular in place of smooth plaster ceilings, and a professional painter and decorator will be able to apply artex in various different textured style finishes. Artex identifies a particular brand, however there are various manufacturers who make comparable building materials. Older artex ceilings can be repaired as well. There are various materials and applicators available in order to make this procedure as quick as possible. There's a wide range of different choices with regard to the varieties of texture which artex can be applied in. It could be applied in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which may be carried out as a DIY project relatively easily. Professional painters and decorators will be able to explore with you what style would complement your area, and guarantee that artex is put on to create a quality and uniform finish. Artex can additionally be painted over, and selecting a colour that goes with the texture of the surface area can regenerate an old ceiling and breathe life into a space.

Average Artexing cost in Luton

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 Luton 2024

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

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Luton

Luton is a huge town and borough in Bedfordshire, home to close to 250,000 people. The town is made well-known by both its football team and international airport, which opened up in 1938, doubling as an RAF airbase. Luton is additionally known for hat producing and houses a large Vauxhall Motors manufacturing facility too. Make certain to take advantage of the vetted companies in Luton for your property enhancement jobs.

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20 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Luton - LU2

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There are 2 rooms in our house which have textured walls and/or ceilings. Due to the age of the house, it is possible that the Artex contains asbestos so the tradesperson would need to be experienced ...

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19 Jan

Ceiling | Artexing

Luton - LU2

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Luton - LU3

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Covering or artex in 3 bedrooms, kitchen, hall stairs and landing and two sitting rooms

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Luton - LU2

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need a corner of ceiling stippled

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07 Aug

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Luton - LU4

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Kitchen ceiling to be change.Whole ceiling or just the damaged part depends of the pricing.aprox size 170x200 Are you the property owner: Owner of the property What level of service do you require: ...

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25 Feb

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Watford - WD25

Enquiry from: Gregg U

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To remove 25.5 m2 of chrysotile in the ceilings ( living room, single room and 2 small cupboard.

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Hemel Hempstead - HP2

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either skimming an artex ceiling or overboarding and skimming an artex ceiling depending on whichis better. artex might contain asbestos. the room is 4.5 x 5 metres

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FAQs

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 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.

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.

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.

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