Transform dated textured Artex ceilings and walls into clean, contemporary finishes with professional Artex removal and covering from Progress Plastering. If you're tired of textured surfaces that date your home and collect dust, our specialist Artex service is the solution. Serving Bromley, Orpington, and the South East, we deliver modern, smooth finishes that completely refresh your interior spaces.

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Understanding Artex: What It Is & Why It Dates Your Home

Artex is a textured coating commonly applied to ceilings and walls from the 1970s through 1990s. While once fashionable, it's now seen as dated, collects dust and allergens, and can be difficult to clean. The textured surface traps dust, cobwebs, and dirt, making it challenging to maintain and often appearing dull and neglected even when clean.

Removing or covering Artex instantly modernises your home, improves indoor air quality, and provides a fresh canvas for your interior design scheme. Contemporary homes favour smooth, clean finishes that feel fresh, bright, and easy to maintain. Updating your Artex ceilings and walls is one of the most effective ways to refresh your home's appearance and increase property value.

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Our Professional Artex Covering Method

Rather than messy removal, we professionally skim over existing Artex with finish plaster to create a smooth, contemporary surface. This approach is faster, cleaner, and more cost-effective than stripping. Our skilled team carefully applies even, professional coats to eliminate all texture and deliver a flawless finish ready for painting or decoration.

Skimming over Artex minimises dust and disruption, meaning you can continue using your rooms throughout the process. We prepare the surface carefully, apply primer if needed, and then skim with finish plaster in controlled coats. The result is a perfectly smooth, professional ceiling or wall that looks indistinguishable from new construction.

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Health & Safety: Asbestos Considerations

Older Artex may contain asbestos, which requires careful handling. We treat all Artex work responsibly and with awareness of potential health risks. Our professional approach ensures your safety and peace of mind, allowing you to modernise your home without concern. We follow best practices for managing any potential asbestos-containing materials and work with full awareness of current regulations.

If you have concerns about asbestos in your Artex, we can discuss testing options and safe removal procedures. Your health and safety are our priority, and we never take shortcuts when it comes to protecting your home and family.

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Benefits of Updating Your Artex

Smooth ceilings and walls create an immediate sense of modernity and cleanliness in your home. They're significantly easier to maintain, allowing you to simply wipe surfaces clean without worrying about dust and dirt trapped in texture. Smooth finishes also reflect light better, making rooms feel brighter and more spacious.

Beyond aesthetics, removing Artex improves indoor air quality by eliminating the dust-trapping texture. This is particularly beneficial for anyone with allergies or respiratory sensitivities. Contemporary smooth finishes also provide better sound acoustics and are far easier to repair if minor damage occurs.

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When to Choose Artex Covering

If you're planning to redecorate, sell your home, or simply want a modern, fresh look, Artex covering is an excellent investment. Whether it's a single ceiling or multiple rooms, our specialists can transform your space. Many homeowners choose this service as part of broader renovation projects, creating cohesive, contemporary interiors throughout their homes.