Artex Covering
Covering Artex and textured coatings in Leeds & surrounding areas from Elite Plastering Contractors Ltd. Smoother modern plastered finishes over suitable textured ceilings, with careful assessment and 20+ years' experience.

Genuine Elite Workmanship
Ceiling surface prepared for a smoother plaster finish by Elite Plastering Contractors Ltd
A Smoother Finish Over Textured Ceilings
Artex and other heavy textured coatings were popular in decades past, but they give ceilings a dated look that is hard to decorate over. Elite Plastering Contractors Ltd helps create a smoother, more modern plastered finish over suitable textured surfaces — whether by preparing and skimming the existing ceiling or over-boarding with new plasterboard.
The right approach depends on the condition of the ceiling, so we assess each surface before recommending skimming, over-boarding or a combination of both.
Textured coatings manufactured before 2000 may contain asbestos fibres. We do not carry out asbestos testing, surveys or removal. Where the age or composition of a coating is uncertain, it should be assessed by an appropriate specialist before any disturbance. We focus on the plastering work and will advise on suitable preparation or over-boarding options once the surface has been appropriately assessed.
How We Approach Textured Ceilings
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can you plaster over Artex?
Where the surface is suitable and properly prepared, we can create a smoother plastered finish over textured coatings. We assess each ceiling before recommending the best approach.
Do you remove asbestos?
No. We do not carry out asbestos testing, surveys or removal. Older textured coatings may need to be assessed by a specialist before any disturbance — we focus on the plastering work itself.
Is every Artex ceiling safe to cover?
Not necessarily. The condition and age of the coating matter, and some surfaces are better over-boarded than skimmed. We advise on the appropriate route for your ceiling.
Do you over-board textured ceilings?
Yes. Over-boarding with new plasterboard is often the cleanest way to deal with a heavily textured ceiling, and we then skim it to a smooth finish.
Cover Your Textured Ceilings
Call Paul Bagshaw on 07464 622446 for straightforward guidance and a quote.
Artex Covering across Leeds & West Yorkshire
Need experienced plastering advice?
Contact Paul Bagshaw today on 07464 622446 for straightforward advice and a quote.
