Plasterers in Shoreham-by-Sea – Artex Removal & Ceiling Smoothing
Swirls, stipples and fan patterns had their moment — but most homeowners in Shoreham-by-Sea now want them gone. Brighton Plasterers removes and covers Artex and other textured coatings, leaving smooth, modern ceilings and walls ready for paint.
Three ways to lose the Artex
- Skim over — the texture is sealed and plastered over with a fresh skim coat. Quickest and cleanest where the coating is sound.
- Overboard and skim — new plasterboard over the old ceiling, then skimmed. Best where the texture is heavy or the ceiling uneven.
- Full removal — the coating stripped back before re-skimming, where that’s the sensible route.
A word about asbestos
Textured coatings applied before the mid-1980s can contain small amounts of asbestos. That doesn’t mean panic — sealed and undisturbed, it presents little risk, and skimming or overboarding leaves it safely encapsulated. What it does mean is that older Artex shouldn’t be sanded or scraped without testing first. We’ll advise honestly on the safe options for your ceiling’s age — usually skimming or overboarding — rather than disturbing it.
Smooth ceilings, tidy job
The transformation is bigger than people expect — a smooth ceiling makes the whole room feel newer. We work room by room, sheet everything and tidy as we go. Free written quotes across Shoreham-by-Sea, Lancing and Southwick.
How much does Artex removal cost?
Skimming over a sound textured ceiling is usually the cheapest route and transforms an average room in a day. Overboarding costs a little more but deals with heavier textures and tired ceilings in one go. We’ll look at yours and give you a firm written price for the right method — not a one-size guess over the phone.
Request a Free Quote in Shoreham-by-Sea
Call Brighton Plasterers on 01273 011747 or request a quote online and we’ll get back to you. Quotes are free and there’s no obligation.
Shoreham-by-Sea plastering questions
Can Artex be skimmed over?
Usually yes — if the texture is sound it can be sealed and skimmed in a day. Heavier patterns are often better overboarded first. We’ll recommend the right route when we see the ceiling.
Does old Artex contain asbestos?
Textured coatings applied before the mid-1980s can contain small amounts. Left sealed it presents little risk, and skimming or overboarding encapsulates it safely — what it should never be is sanded or scraped without testing.
How much does it cost to smooth an Artex ceiling?
Typically £250–£500 per ceiling depending on size and method. Send a photo of the texture with rough room dimensions and we’ll usually price it the same day.