So watch this handy video then roll up your sleeves and get to grips with that ceiling using our artex easifix smooth.
Thick ceiling paint to cover artex.
Now is your chance for a fresh start and a smooth ceiling.
This means the surface is not completely flat which can make painting a bit more difficult.
Plaster is used in artex products to add texture and definition.
Smooth it is ideal for covering over existing textured surfaces to leave a smooth surface.
Then using a thick pile roller paint as normal.
Wilko textured paint pure brilliant white 2 5 litre dries to a tough flexible finish that s perfect for covering hairline cracks and surface defects on interior walls.
Painting over artex textured finishes simple and unique ways to tackle textured artex paint jobs a textured artex paint job might take more consideration than painting a smooth surface but it doesn t have to be boring.
Using a large emulsion brush paint the pva solution on the ceiling and leave the pva to dry roughly one hour apply a second coat and then leave to dry again.
It dries to a matt white textured finish which may be overpainted if required.
When painting artex it is recommended that you use emulsion paint.
It contains everything you need to get the job done easily and hassle free.
If artex has never been painted before use a stiff sweeping and just brush the ceiling to get rid of the sharp edges first as they will only get in your paint when you start painting.
Dilute the pva with a 1 1 ratio with water and mix well.
Paint the artex surface with pva adhesive as this will help the plaster stick and slow down the moisture absorption.
Yes you can paint over artex.
Specially developed to give a strong textured finish to internal walls.
Coarse textured paint is a decorative paint specially formulated to give a strong flexible finish to interior ceilings.
The best way to paint it is.
When painting over artex use your textured artex surface to inspire your décor for a really unique room.
Artex is a surface coating commonly used to coat ceilings in a home although it can sometimes be found on walls as well.