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.
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.
Ideal for covering and disguising small cracks and pitted plaster surfaces.
This means the surface is not completely flat which can make painting a bit more difficult.
Specially developed to give a strong textured finish to internal walls.
Dilute the pva with a 1 1 ratio with water and mix well.
Yes you can paint over artex.
It contains everything you need to get the job done easily and hassle free.
Coarse textured paint is a decorative paint specially formulated to give a strong flexible finish to interior ceilings.
Use a regular roller cover for this and paint the ceiling in the same way that the textured paint was applied.
Artex is a surface coating commonly used to coat ceilings in a home although it can sometimes be found on walls as well.
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.
For added durability wait for the first coat to dry and then add a second coat.
Paint the artex surface with pva adhesive as this will help the plaster stick and slow down the moisture absorption.
Then using a thick pile roller paint as normal.
When painting artex it is recommended that you use emulsion paint.
It dries to a matt white textured finish which may be overpainted if required.
The best way to paint it is.
Plaster is used in artex products to add texture and definition.
Now is your chance for a fresh start and a smooth ceiling.
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.