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Artexing in Renfrewshire

Artex is a building material that is used for for surface decorating within the inside of homes. It is usually put to use to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex continues to be popular in place of smooth plaster ceilings, and a highly skilled painter and decorator can apply artex in various different textured design appearances. Artex identifies a specific brand name, but there are alternative manufacturers who manufacture very similar building materials. Older artex ceilings can be fixed as well. There are a selection of materials and applicators available for purchase in order to help make this process as straightforward as possible. There's a variety of different alternatives when it comes to the styles of texture which artex can be used to produce. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects could be administered, all of which could be undertaken as a DIY job reasonably easily. Experienced painters and decorators can explore with you which texture would be most suitable for your area, and guarantee that artex is administered in an excellent quality and uniform finish. Artex may be painted over, and deciding on a colour that goes well with the texture of the surface can revitalize a tired ceiling and breathe life into an area.

Average Artexing cost in Renfrewshire

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 Renfrewshire 2024

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

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Renfrewshire

Renfrewshire is one of Scotland's 32 council areas and found in the west central lowlands of the country. With a population of more than 170,000, which ranks the region as the tenth largest for people, it only has a density of 650/km squared. Renfrewshire edges southwest Glasgow and it's around the south bank of the River Clyde. With a variety of contemporary and also standard houses, there are many of property enhancement needs needed throughout the year. For your projects, make certain to find reputable companies in Renfrewshire to get the right price each and every time.

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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.

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.

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.

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