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Artex is a material utilised for surface decorating inside home interiors. It is often worked with to apply a textured surface to ceilings. Artex is still fashionable as another option to smooth plaster ceilings, and an experienced painter and decorator can apply artex in various different textured pattern finishes. Artex refers to a particular brand name, however there are alternative manufacturers who create similar building materials. Older artex ceilings may be restored as well, with a variety of products and applicators available for purchase to help make this task as simple as possible. There exists a number of different options when it comes to the designs of texture which artex may be used to produce. Stipple, swirl, or shell effects can be administered, all of which can be done as a Do It Yourself task relatively easily. Expert painters and decorators will be able to examine with you what result would best match your area, and ensure that artex is administered to produce a superior quality and consistent appearance. Artex may be painted over, and picking out a colour which matches the texture of the surface can accentuate a tired ceiling and breathe life into a room.

Average Artexing cost in Shaftesbury

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 Shaftesbury 2024

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

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Shaftesbury

Shaftesbury is a community as well as civil parish in Dorset, England. It is located on the A30 road, 20 miles (32 kilometres) west of Salisbury, near to the border with Wiltshire. It is the only considerable hill settlement in Dorset, being developed concerning 215 metres (705 feet) over sea level on a greensand hill on the edge of Cranborne Chase. The town looks into the Blackmore Vale, part of the River Stour container. From different point of views, it is feasible to see at the very least as for Glastonbury Tor to the northwest. Shaftesbury is the website of the previous Shaftesbury Abbey, which was founded in 888 by King Alfred as well as became one of the wealthiest spiritual establishments in the nation, prior to being destroyed in the Dissolution in 1539. Adjacent to the abbey website is Gold Hill, a high cobbled street made use of in the 1970s as the setting for Ridley Scott's television promotion for Hovis bread. In the 2011 census the town's civil parish had a population of 7,314.

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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.

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 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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