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Artex is a material used for surface decorating within the inside of homes. It is generally chosen to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex remains popular as a substitute to smooth plaster ceilings, and a skilled painter and decorator will be able to apply artex in various different textured design appearances. Artex describes a particular brand name, but there are other manufacturers who create equivalent building materials. Older artex ceilings may be fixed as well. There are many different products and applicators on the market in order to help make this method as straightforward as possible. There exists a wide array of of different options with regard to the designs of texture that artex can be used to create. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects could be applied, all of which can be carried out as a Do It Yourself task fairly easily. Expert painters and decorators can examine with you which design would match your area, and make sure that artex is applied in a quality and uniform finish. Artex may also be painted over, and picking out a colour which enhances the texture of the surface area can rejuvenate an old ceiling and breathe life into a room.

Average Artexing cost in Oxfordshire

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 Oxfordshire 2024

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

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Oxfordshire

The county of Oxfordshire is particularly well-known for its education and tourism industries and especially well-known for housing Oxford University. The district is placed 35th in Britain for population, with close to 650,000 inhabitants. Its population density is modest as a result, only 640 people per square mile. As expected the City of Oxford supports a big proportion of this population, with areas including Banbury, Abingdon and Bicester quite far behind with regards to size. For your property improvements, be sure to make use of trustworthy businesses in Oxfordshire to guarantee quality of work.

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16 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Oxford - OX2

Enquiry from: DAVID A

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Need someone skilled in applying Artex to patch a kitchen ceiling after the installation of spotlights. Also to tidy up Artex on bathroom ceiling.

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03 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Bicester - OX26

Enquiry from: Michael T

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Repair cracks re Artex ceiling size 22x11 feet

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09 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Witney - OX29

Enquiry from: Mary F

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Small bathroom ceiling artex*** x6ft

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01 Aug

Ceiling | Artexing

Kidlington - OX5

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29 Jun

Ceiling | Artexing

Bicester - OX26

Enquiry from: Miles D

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09 Mar

Ceiling | Artexing

Banbury - OX16

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24 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Oxford - OX4

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17 Jan

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Kidlington - OX5

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25 Feb

Ceiling | Artexing

Didcot - OX11

Enquiry from: Jaroslav P

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Remove Artex and make ceiling surface smooth and ready to be painted. 1 room size 5.1 x 2.7 m.

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09 Jan

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Banbury - OX17

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FAQs

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.

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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