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I have over 24 years of experience in the trade . I am fully insured and although I have never had to use it , it is there...
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Swansea Damp Proofing

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We offer free of charge, no obligation damp surveys and quotations to homeowners, tenants and landlords in Swansea and thr...
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Jpbuilding

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At JP building, we aim to provide 100% customer satisfaction in all work we do let alone customer satisfaction. We take pr...
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Plastering internal ceiling & walls Artex removal & re-skim Dot & dab plaster-boarding External rendering K-Re...
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Paint & Decor Cardiff

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We are family company, with over 20 years of experience in painting and decorating. We offer: Painting Decorating Wal...

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13 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF15

Enquiry from: Derek B

Start Date: Immediate

customer in cardiff areas is looking to do a couple of projects at the moment, and would like quotes for plastering.confirmed interest via telephone and email at 13/02/2024 15:15.please call to arrang...

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03 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF14

Enquiry from: Tom E

Start Date: Immediate

replaster of internal wall around window are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 1 room are you looking for int...

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23 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: Tim B

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for plastering and confirmed on telephone, sms and email they would like a call with a plasterer to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are y...

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18 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF24

Enquiry from: Jack S

Start Date: Immediate

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good afternoon, i hope all is well. i am looking to get a quote for the fitting of cornice and a ceiling rose, where i have two rooms (living and dining) which are 2950 x 3200 mm, and 3500 x 3500mm ...

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13 Jun

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: Julie S

Start Date: Immediate

customer made an online enquiry for plastering and confirmed on sms and email they would like a call with a plasterer to discuss prices.please call to arrange an appointment to quote. are you the prop...

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25 May

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF5

Enquiry from: Yousha A

Start Date: Immediate

Hello, I am looking to have the side and rear of my semi detached house in Cardiff rendered. Would you be able to come out and have a look? Thanks, Yousha

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16 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF11

Enquiry from: Ruth M

Start Date: Immediate

Bathroom tiling repair quote, some tiles are loose but I fear it may need an overhaul . Happy for WhatsApp!

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03 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF14

Enquiry from: John G

Start Date: Immediate

I would like you to stop using my name to drum up business for yourself.

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27 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF24

Enquiry from: Colin M

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some tiles in our shower cubicle have blown causing it to leak and would like a quote are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to have pl...

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26 Oct

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF14

Enquiry from: Andrew C

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coving and two roses to be fitted to two large bedroom ceilings just plastered are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many rooms are you looking to have plaster...

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17 Sep

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF14

Enquiry from: Fraser W

Start Date: 1 to 3 months

customer in cardiff area has requested that we arrange quotes for their plastering project.mr are considering various options and would like to discuss with a plasterer directly.please call to discuss...

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15 May

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF24

Enquiry from: Pred J

Start Date: Immediate

Artex ceilings removal 4 rooms C 55sqm

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22 Mar

Ceiling | Artexing

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: JACKIE B

Start Date: Immediate

if possible repair to artex ceiling please . i have photos of damage are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: residential what are you looking to artex: ceiling how many ceilin...

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11 Mar

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF5

Enquiry from: John L

Start Date: Less than one month

customer has a plastering & ceilings project they are looking to have done, specially they want quotes for plastering. they are unsure of options so would like to discuss with a plasterer.confirmed in...

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29 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF10

Enquiry from: Lyan H

Start Date: Immediate

measuring , cutting placing coving are you the property owner: tenant (with permission) property type: other how many rooms are you looking to have plastered: 3 rooms are you looking for interior deco...

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08 Jan

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF5

Enquiry from: Gwawr H

Start Date: Immediate

helo. we've bought hdps coving to do 3 rooms and a landing. would you be interested to fit this coving for us please? thank you. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrac...

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05 Jul

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: Salim P

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we live in a victorian house. the front room *** floor with a bay window has got a damaged coving in the corner towards the bay due to some leak in the roof. the leak has been sorted now but there is ...

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28 Apr

Ceiling | Plasterboard

Cardiff - CF10

Enquiry from: Humie W

Start Date: Immediate

Artex Removal Lead

remove & replace part plasterboard ceiling (approx) 3m & coving. redecorate whole ceiling approx 17m2. skim over artex ceiling to smooth finish. must supply materials. are you the property owner: own...

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18 Feb

Interior work | Plastering

Cardiff - CF10

Enquiry from: Michael F

Start Date: Immediate

3 bed house remove all plaster back to brick and then board and plaster the whole house . are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many rooms are you looking to ...

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30 Jan

Ceiling | Artexing

Cardiff - CF23

Enquiry from: Hilary I

Start Date: Immediate

my lounge has a covering on the walls of what appears to be wall paper covered in lumpy artex type substance. what is the best plan as we really want a smooth surface to redecorate. are you the proper...

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How much do Plasterer services cost?

How much do Plasterers cost? Costs for Plasterers in 2024 can be very different depending on the type of work that you require to have performed in your house. 

A plaster is used to serve a number of purposes when applied on a solid surface. It seals rough brickwork or stonework, it provides a smooth surface for the application of paint, the smooth surface offers a clean and wipeable finish, it’s used to repair holes and cracks in existing plasterwork and lots more. With all these benefits, it’s little surprise more and more home and property owners are looking to have their properties plastered. If you’re also considering taking on this task, then you’d probably want to know exactly how much it’ll cost to get this project over the line. In this post, we’re going to give you a good insight into wall plastering costs to help you make the best informed decisions moving forward. Let’s take a look!

As you may have expected, the cost of charged by plasterers is dependent on a number of factors. These factors include the dimension of the room, accessibility of the surface, the condition of the existing plaster as well as the size or reputation of the company. Several plasterer professionals charge a daily rate or a average room size. They know the approximate area that they can cover in a day and charge accordingly. Typically, plastering walls from scratch for small rooms will cost within the range of £600 to £700 with a duration of 2 to 3 days, while mid-sized room should cost in between £650 to £1000 with a completion time from 2 to 4 days. Lastly, for a large room, you can expect to incur about of £1000 to £1500 and can be completed within 4 days.

The table shows the kinds of job that Plasterers usually do and the regular price series of these projects. Some jobs take longer to complete than others so prices do vary by task.

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The average price
of a Plasterer in Cardiff is:

£430

Plasterer job Plasterer cost in 2024
Plastering in Cardiff £563-£863
Artexing in Cardiff £150-£230
Plasterboard ceilings in Cardiff £225-£600
Suspended ceilings in Cardiff £525-£805
Artex Removal in Cardiff £190-£400

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Plasterer FAQs

how to get artex off walls?

Artex is a water based decorative surface coating is typically incorporated on both walls and ceilings so as to apply a pattern. During the peak of its popularity in the 1970’s, it was considered the height of fashion when it comes to interior wall designs however its major drawback remains the fact that it usually contains asbestos especially if it was manufactured before the laws governing the use of asbestos was changed in the year 2000. And asbestos, as we know it, can be deadly when disturbed and its fibres are inhaled.

 

If you have artex installed in your purchased property and you do not know when the artex walls were done, or perhaps you just want to change the aesthetic design of your home into something more modern and to your personal taste, then you may want to remove the existing artex from your property for good. If this is your wish then you’ve come to the right place.

 

To remove artex from your walls you can choose to do so using the steaming method or through the use of an external product.

 

Using the steaming method, you should know that it’ll be more labour intensive and time consuming. You need a lot of patience moving your steamer slow and steady because if left on a spot for too long can damage the wall behind the coating. Once the artex has been dampened with the steamer, you can then scrape them off with a handheld scraper.

 

A faster solution would be to use an external product to remove your artex.  For example, you can use X-Tex which is a water-based coating remover. All you need to do is paint the substance over your artex wall and leave to dry for about 30 to 60 minutes before peeling away the artex.

how to get artex off a ceiling?

Artex is a water based surface coating which is used to decorate both ceilings and walls with a textured finish. Back in the 1970’s, artex happens to be very popular when the swirling or spiky effects it creates  were considered to be the best of fashion when it comes to interior designs. However, in today’s world, an artex ceiling is not only considered outdated but also a pain to clean and repair.

 

If you have an artex ceiling in your residential property and looking for a way to get it off, then you’ve come to the right place. In this post, we’re going to show you how its done without much stress.

 

To get started you’d need to get the following tools and material which includes: safety goggles, dust mask and rubber gloves, plastic sheeting, canvas drop cloth ( carpet) or rosin paper (hard floor) and step ladder

 

 

Prepare the room. Start this by moving all furniture out of the room or stack the furniture at the centre of the room and cover using plastic sheets. Once done, cover all non-removable items with plastic sheets and lay down a canvas drop cloth for carpet floors and rosin paper for hard floors

  • Put on your safety gear
  • Use a utility knife or joint knife to slowly chip away at the texture and create a smooth surface.
  • Mix joint compound in a bucket as per the instructions on the package
  • Skim the surface with a thin layer of joint compound to smooth it out using a taping knife, then leave to dry overnight before you proceed
  • Lightly sand the surface smooth with the help of a 220-grit sanding block
  • Use a damp cloth to wipe the surface clean prior to painting.
is artex dangerous?

The short and simple answer to this question is, it depends. Artex surface coating was manufactured with white abestos ( until the mid 1980’s ) in order to strengthen as well as harden it. In other words, this implies that all the ceilings and walls coverings made by Artex Ltd and other manufactures at the time are highly likely to contain asbestos. Although Artex Ltd stopped using asbestos as early as the mid 1980’s, there were still other manufacturers who continued using it until 1999 when the laws and regulations covering the use of asbestos changed in the year 2000.

 

Asbestos, however, is only harmful when disturbed and releases its deadly fibres. For instance, when it’s being sanded and removed as it usually poses no risks when left undisturbed. Since it’s not possible to identify Artex containing asbestos fibres with the naked eye, it’s strongly recommended that you hire the services of a qualified person or company to help determine if you have asbestos in your ceilings or walls especially if your house was constructed before the year 2000. The professionals will be able to advise you on the best course of action as well as if it’s dangerous.

 

To be sure if your Artex contains asbestos, you’ll need to have the artex sampled by an asbestos surveyor. If you’re planning to have a construction or maintenance work done on your property, and the artex is likely to be in the way or disturbed, there’s a need for you to have a refurbishment or demolition asbestos survey done. This will ensure that all the areas that’ll be disturbed by the work is properly tested to determine the presence or otherwise of asbestos. If found, the artex will have to be addressed and either removed or protected before any work can take place.

 

what is artex?

Artex simply refers to a surface coating that’s commonly incorporated for interior decorating. Although it’s usually found on ceilings but it can also be used on the walls as well. The surface coating enables the professional plasterer or decorator add both texture as well as patterns to it. Originally, the name “Artex is the trademark of a UK based company known as Artex Ltd. Over time, the Artex name has been used to refer to all textured coatings, although there are other businesses that manufacture and sell identical products.

 

You can find Artex on ceilings as well as walls of mainly residential properties. In the 70’s and 80’s, it was pretty much a trend to have either your wall or ceiling ( can be both ) covered with Artex. The surface coating can be incorporated to create raised, textured swirls as well as patterns on ceiling and walls. There are a number of different patterns that can be made using Artex and some of these includes the following: Broken leather, swirl, stipple, fan or shell as well as knifed plaster. It can also provide just a bobbly raised uneven patter appearance from top to bottom.

 

Artex is main put to use by mainly decorators ( mostly plasterers). This is a skilled job as it’s tedious to create uninformed patterns especially if you don’t know how or where to start. Although the skill of Artex is very much a trade that’s dying rapidly now, but it was pretty much in high demand especially in the 70’s and 80’s. Nowadays, homeowners now prefer smooth plastered finishes over Artex, as they can be easily painted or wallpapered.

how much does plastering cost?

How Much Does Plastering Cost?

If your existing interior or exterior plaster is starting to show signs of needing to be refreshed or the painting never seems to last, then it’s probably time to have your plaster renewed to breathe in a new lease of life to your decorating efforts.

So if you’re giving wall plastering a thought, there’s a need to have a rough estimate of the cost a professional is likely to charge so you can set a budget and start planning. However a direct answer can not be provided for this question as there are so many factors that a professional will put into considering before coming up with a quote that’s unique to your specific requirements.

A lot of plasterers will come up with a quote for the job using the number of square metres of wall space that’s going to be covered. This is due to the number of plasterboards as well as the other materials that the plasterer will need to purchase, how long the work will take and also the labour that’ll be involved in completing the project.

Another popular influencing factor that several plasterers use is the size of the room to be plastered. This is the main reason why you’re more likely to find the prices in small, medium as well as large rooms. Therefore, in order to have a more accurate estimate of the cost of your plastering project, you’d have to call in a qualified professional to have a look at the job at hand. Generally, to re-plaster a small room will cost within the range of £350 to £550, a medium room will cost within the range of £400 to £600 and a large room, between £550 to £700.

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?

The fact is several buildings contain artex as well as other textured coating on walls and ceilings which are all likely to contain asbestos. However, artex itself is not the main threat here but the potentially deadly harmful fibres that’s contained in it. In this post, we’re going to look at whether or not artex truly contains the deadly abestos.

 

The short and simply answer to this question is yes, artex can definitely contain asbestos, however not all artex will contain asbestos. The main reason asbestos was a popular construction material is because it was not only cheap and strong but also because it was very durable and long lasting. It was used in numerous construction materials ( which includes artex ) before it was finally banned in the year 1999. unfortunately during the time when artex was very popular in the 60’s, 70’s as well as 80’s, asbestos was still very much in use during the period. And as a result, a lot of the artex incorporated during that period will contain the deadly asbestos fibres. However, this does not only apply to artex, but also other textured coatings containing asbestos were incorporated in construction until 1999 when asbestos was formerly banned in the UK. These asbestos containing materials are often used on walls as well as ceilings of residential properties.

 

Unfortunately, it’s not possible to know an asbestos containing artex just by looking at it. In order to determine whether or not an artex contains the deadly asbestos fibres, it’ll have to be sampled and tested in a laboratory. What’s more? While several artex contains asbestos, asbestos free artex was available from the 1970s. However, since it’s impossible to determine using the naked eye, all artex installed before the ban will be assumed to contain asbestos.

how to cut plasterboard ceiling?

Cutting a plasterboard is a relatively simple process requiring only some basic tools. Unfortunately, the lack of knowledge serves as big deterrent for many people who wishes to put it to good use. Plasterboard can actually be sawn using an ordinary timber saw that’s fine-toothed to get a cleaner edge. However, the basic tools you may also need includes a sharp knife (Stanley Knife), pencil, a fine sandpaper, a straight edge and measurement tape as well as a wall board saw. Let’s have a look at the cutting process!

✓ Firstly, you need to put the plasterboard sheet flat on a firm surface.

✓ Use the tape measurement to measure the cut you wish to make.

✓ With the help of a pencil, simply mark out the part you wish to cut on the plasterboard’s front side.

✓ Once marked, place a spirited level over the marked spot on the plasterboard sheet you want to cut.

✓ Cut a shallow mark into the plasterboard sheet using the Stanley Knife to cut along the edge.

✓ The cut should be slow and gradual to ensure you do not wander off the edge of the marked area.

✓ Once the shallow cut has been made, turn the plasterboard sheet on its edge and deliver a quick and sharp push towards the plasterboard’s back and on one side of the cut.

✓ Place the plasterboard sheet backing against a flat surface ensuring the line of the cut is over an edge. Once done, give a quick and sharp push towards the back of the plasterboard sheet and on the part of the board is reaches beyond the edge.

✓ Using a fine sandpaper, remove all forms of paper burrs.

The process of cutting plasterboard requires a lot of practice. If you lack the training and experience, the cutting process is best left to a proficient professional who can guarantee the best results the first time and save you some additional costs due to potential damages.

Plasterer help and advice

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3 Tips to Help You Maintain Your Plaster Published: 01/03/2017 If plasterboard is installed properly, it can last for a long time. But even top quality plaster walls will get damaged or wear out over time. You can increase how long your plasterboard lasts by taking steps to maintain it. Looking after your plaster walls can be easy and doesn’t require any specialist skills. Read […] Read this article
8 Things you Should Ask your Plasterer Published: 24/11/2016 What should you ask your plasterer to ensure that they’re an expert in their field? The plastering trade is a complicated one, so it’s always best to get a qualified professional to do plastering for you. Here are 8 things that you should ask your plasterer. If they’re good enough, they should be able to […] Read this article

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