Using Artex to fill chased channels

[ihtspam]

Morning all.

Not sure which forum this is best for, so I thought I'd start here.

Can anyone see anything wrong with using artex to fill chased cable channels (over capped cables of course)?

My experience of artex is that 1) I hate it as a decorative coating. however 2) It makes a good, cheap filler.

Thoughts?

Thanks

Jim

 

[sparkyspike]

From an electrical point of view, nothing wrong with this.

Using capping/channelling isn't compulsory, but can make it easier to fill.

If the purpose of the capping is so you can withdraw cables at a later date, then be sure to take the capping tight to the back box and to the ceiling, otherwise the Artex will stop you from being able to do this.

 

[ihtspam]

Cheers for the tip, will bear that in mind.

Jim

 

[ban-all-sheds]

If the purpose of the capping is so you can withdraw cables at a later date, then use conduit.

 

[RF Lighting]

How much does artex cost?

You can buy 25KG of plaster for about a fiver.

 

[conny]

£3.70p at the local builders.

MUCH MUCH more at the likes of B&Q!

 

[jj4091]

I thought artex contained asbestos!!