How to remove artex!

Please note you must consult a licensed asbestos specialist before removing artex. Artex is essentially a homeowner’s nightmare! The textured coating was all the rage in the 1970’s and 1980’s but has plighted generations since by being very difficult to remove and earlier artex can be health risk too.

You will need

- Dust sheets or polythene sheeting
- Protective gear (goggles, mask and hard hat)
- Chisel
- Hammer
- Steamer or steam stripper

Before the mid-1980’s artex was made using a high level of white asbestos in order to strengthen the mixture but as many people now know asbestos is a dangerous substance that can cause respiratory problems if the harmful fibres and dust are inhaled. If you don’t know whether your artex coating was applied before the mid-eighties, you must get it tested by a local asbestos specialist.

If it is found to be made with asbestos, your artex should be removed by a licensed contractor, who will dispose of the harmful material correctly. If the test for asbestos comes back negative and you are particularly brave, then you could choose to remove the textured coating yourself. Removing artex is a very messy job so be sure to cover every inch of your room with dust sheets or polythene, also ensure that you are protected by putting on goggles, a dust mask and hard hat. Make sure the room is well ventilated too. Use a chisel and hammer to remove the artex or if the coating is not too textured, you can remove it with a steam stripper.

Artex can make interiors look and feel dated and many homeowners just put up with it for a hassle-free existence. There is other alternatives to having it deleted completely, many contractors recommend having the artex skimmed or caulked over. Once dry, you can then decorate as normal.

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