Artex Covering
Artex Ceiling Covering — Croydon CR0
Croydon 3 days £1,400-£1,800
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Service
Artex Covering
Duration
3 days
Approx Cost
£1,400-£1,800
Inspection & Scope of Work
Covering of artex ceilings throughout a 4-bedroom Edwardian semi-detached in Croydon. Used 9.5mm plasterboard overboarding method to achieve smooth ceilings without artex removal, then skim finished to perfect flatness.
Challenges Encountered
The property had deep textured artex ceilings that were impossible to sand back. The customer wanted smooth ceilings without the disruption and cost of full ceiling replacement.
Our Solution
We used the overboarding technique — fixing 9.5mm plasterboard directly over the artex, then skim finishing. This is faster, cleaner, and more cost-effective than removal, and the result is identical.
Cost Factors & Project Timeline
This artex covering project in was completed in approximately 3 days. The estimated cost for this type of work typically ranges £1,400-£1,800, depending on the size of the area, condition of the existing substrate, and level of preparation required. As a edwardian semi-detached, the project required specific considerations for access, dust management, and surface preparation typical of this property type in .
Materials Used
Gyproc 9.5mm Tapered Edge Plasterboard ThistleBoard Finish Drywall screws Joint filler
"We had artex in every room and were quoted thousands by other companies to remove it. London Plastering Service covered it all for a fraction of the cost and the ceilings look brand new. Excellent work."
— James T.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe to cover artex without testing for asbestos?
Properties built before 2000 should have artex tested before any work. We can arrange testing. Overboarding (covering without disturbing) is generally considered safe even if asbestos is present.
What is the difference between artex removal and covering?
Removal involves stripping the artex completely — messy, time-consuming and expensive. Covering (overboarding) fixes new plasterboard directly over artex — faster, cheaper, and equally effective.
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