2007-12-31 05:40:56 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Old Artex contains asbestos so beware. You can buy Artex solvent from B&Q but read the instructions carefully. Personally, I would simply plaster over the top using first a thin coat of Carlite Bonding then skim in the normal fashion. Prime the Artex first with PVA.
2008-01-01 02:03:43 · answer #1 · answered by crazeygrazey 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If it is Artex it could prove very difficult to remove without damaging the walls/ceilings. You would then have to re-plaster both. It might be worth considering simply plastering over the Artex. If you were concerned about the new plaster adhering to the Artex you could first use a product called Thistle Bond. It will adhere to the Artex and in turn the new plaster will adhere to it. Jjf
2016-05-28 06:12:47 · answer #2 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I plaster over artex where possible. It depends on the "depth"
of pattern, generally I scrape off the peaks, remove loose bits, seal with PVA, apply PVA adhesive, then skim over with plaster. On ceilings its the same, however if time and gravity have played their part, I overboard and skim with plaster. Hope this helps.
2007-12-31 22:19:35 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
a plasterer removed mine before skimming and he scraped it of very messy so be prepared.
2007-12-31 06:02:30 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be careful. Some older artex contains asbestos. so dont do anything to make dust e,g. scraping it off. They used to sell paint remover designed especially for artex
Do not use scrapers or sanders. Some people just get someone to plaster over the top of artex.---This is your best bet.
2007-12-31 05:58:06 · answer #5 · answered by esmerelda v 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
get a good plasterer to skim it over buddy?
forget steaming it off,its a pain,skimming is the best option,trust me?
2007-12-31 05:55:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can't remove it.
we've tried & ended up with breathing problems.
get down to your nearest DIY centre & buy a smooth-over product, they're like plaster but is white, easy to use & has it's own trowel/float.
polycell I know has a version.
or failing that find a friendly plasterer.
2007-12-31 05:48:23 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You either have to hack it all off and start again or have it plastered over, sorry it couldn`t be an easier way,
Happy New Year,
Emma xx
2007-12-31 05:44:40 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cover it if you don't want to use hammer and chisel.
2007-12-31 05:44:12 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
hot water or steamer and a scraper
2007-12-31 05:43:49 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 1⤋