artex

[mp3foci]

hi,
what is the best way of removing artex on walls? its not very thick and have used that x-tex stuff which was pretty good but quickly turns it like rubber making it differcult to get off.
so does anybody have any other ideas?

 

[roughcaster]

Probably better to pva and skim over it. I've seen people attempt to remove artex in the past, and the walls/ceilings always needed to be repaired in one way or another. Probably, it's the old emulsion that is turning rubbery? Skimming is the best for sure.

Roughcaster.

 

[mp3foci]

i tend to agree as the walls do need a bit of patching.
is there anywhere on this forum i can find local people?

 

[roughcaster]

Not really. The best way is to get local plasterers in your area to see your job and give you a quote. Get 2 or 3, that's the best way.

Roughcaster.