Homax 6100 Ceiling Texture Scraper,Black,12-Inch

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Apply an X-Tex coating onto your artex surface. Use a paintbrush and generously apply a coat to the surface. Step 3 A: Asbestos was used in artex from the 1970’s to 1985, however the use of asbestos in artex was made illegal for use in 1999 - 2000. Q: How would you evenly apply paint to an uneven surface such as external masonry or artex?

Even if the artex in your home does not contain asbestos, the removal of this if sanded and scrapped can still cause dust, therefore it’s important to protect yourself fully before jumping in feet first. Artex is a type of surface coating often found on ceilings and walls. Artex creates types of textures, usually swirls or stipples. This method of decoration was widely popular in the UK between 1970’s - 1990’s and can be recognised in homes today. Next, you’re going to want to wet the ceiling with a pump sprayer. This will make for easier scraping and much less dust during the removal process. If you already have a garden pump sprayer, that’s the perfect tool to mist the ceiling gently. Just be sure to let it soak for about 15 minutes before scraping.As the artex is classed as a textured surface you will need to use a roller with long hair such as a long sleeved mohair roller. Artex that contains asbestos is only harmful when it is changed to a powder form. The reason this is so dangerous is due to the dust, which can be toxic if inhaled and has been proven to cause fatal health issues, such as damage to the lungs and other serious diseases. You will also receive a certification with your results, which would be perfect if you are trying to sell your house. Q: When did they stop using asbestos in artex? Once you’re done scraping, you’ll likely have some dings and gouges to fix, so use a sander to get it nice and smooth. The length of the hair on the roller has much more pile which can be used to fill in all those hard to reach areas when painting. You should consider using an emulsion paint.

Artex was originally created with small amounts of asbestos, the reasoning behind this was it would strengthen the product. This process of mixing was used up until the mid 80’s. Leave the film overnight to soften an existing emulsion and the artex. We only recommend this method on multi-layered surfaces. Step 4 There is a difference between artex and plastering and that's due to the finished product, as plastered finish is smooth and the Artex is textured.The only way to be 100% certain that there is asbestos present in your artex would be to take a sample and have it analysed by a specialist. Don’t be tempted to sand down the artex first as this can release asbestos particles and realise fibres that can become airborne and any inhalation can be damaging. Sources Sometimes ceilings are painted before the texture goes on. Other times paint is mixed with the texture. And often, existing texture has been painted over. In the last two cases, removal can be difficult or next to impossible. Another layer of drywall to bury the existing one or just applying a fresh coat of paint over the texture and living with it might be better solutions.

You will also be using a scraper, which has a sharp tip, so it’s strongly advised you protect your hands using protective work gloves. However it can be harmful when drilled, cut broken or sanded into a powder form as the dust particles created by sanding can be extremely hazardous if inhaled. Before you remove Artex from your wall or ceiling, it's advised to test a small area first. This will give you a good idea on the time it will take to complete your project.

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A: As a general rule of thumb if your home was built before the mid 1980s, then your artex in your home is likely to contain asbestos. As this process can be extremely messy we recommend preparing your room with dust coverings or newspaper on the floor. This will make the clean up process much easier at the end. Step 2