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Artex is a building material that is used for for decorating surfaces inside home interiors. It is normally used to add a textured surface to ceilings. Artex continues to be fashionable as a substitute to smooth plaster ceilings, and an expert painter and decorator should have the ability to apply artex in various different textured pattern appearances. Artex is a particular brand, but there are different manufacturers who manufacture very similar products. Older artex ceilings may be repaired as well, with a range materials and applicators on the market in order to make this method as straightforward as possible. There is a wide range of different options with regard to the sorts of texture which artex could be applied in. It can be administered in stipple, swirl, or shell effects, all of which could be completed as a DIY job reasonably easily. Experienced painters and decorators can explore with you which style would go with your area, and ensure that artex is administered to create a high quality and uniform surface. Artex may be painted over, and opting for a shade that complements the texture of the surface area can enhance a tired ceiling and breathe life into a space.

Average Artexing cost in Slough

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 Slough 2024

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

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Slough

Slough carries a populace of slightly over 140,000, found just 22 miles west of central London. There has been significant redevelopment of the town centre lately, with plenty of of the older properties replaced with new offices and shopping areas. A £400 million venture is also ongoing and timetabled for a 2018 conclusion. Take a look at providers in Slough to get the ideal cost for your own home improvements.

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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.

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 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.

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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