Artex Covering London
Professional artex covering across London. Safe removal or covering of artex ceilings and walls. Get a modern smooth finish without the risk. Free quotes, same-day response, clean guaranteed work.
How much does Artex covering cost in London?
Artex covering in London costs £15–£25 per m² to skim directly over a light Artex pattern, or £250–£400 per ceiling to overboard with new plasterboard and skim — the safest option if your Artex predates 2000 and may contain asbestos. London Plastering Service covers all 32 boroughs, arranges asbestos testing, and quotes within 60 minutes.
- Direct skim over Artex £15–£25 per m²
- Overboard + skim £250–£400 per ceiling
- Pre-2000 Artex may contain asbestos
- Asbestos testing arranged
- All 32 London boroughs covered
- Free quotes within 60 minutes
About Asbestos in Artex
Artex applied before 2000 may contain asbestos. If undisturbed, it's safe. We recommend testing before any work. We can arrange testing or cover it safely without disturbance.
Our Artex Covering Methods
Method 1: Overboarding
The safest method. We fix new plasterboard over the artex ceiling, then skim for a perfect smooth finish. No disturbance to existing artex.
- Safest for asbestos-containing artex
- Works for any pattern depth
- Adds soundproofing
Method 2: Direct Skim
For light artex patterns only. Apply bonding agent, then skim directly over the artex. Quicker and cheaper than overboarding.
- Faster and cheaper
- Doesn't lower ceiling height
- Only suitable for fine patterns
The Process
Assessment
We inspect your artex and advise on the best method. We can arrange asbestos testing if needed.
Preparation
Protect room with dust sheets. For overboarding, we fix new plasterboard to ceiling joists.
Skimming
Apply smooth skim coat for perfect modern finish.
Clean & Finish
Clean up fully. Your ceiling is ready to paint in 2-3 weeks.
Common Questions
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