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Paint over thick artex
Anonymous user 16/03/2024 - 2.37 PM
What paint do I need to paint over thick artex? & do I use a roller or a brush? Ant tips/ tricks please?
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Anonymous user
Plaster
Answered30 October 2020
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Timothy David Interiors
Rating: 5 out of 5
You can roll it but you will need a roller with a thicker nap than if you were rolling a flat surface. Thickness of paint is not a consideration but full dustsheeting etc of all surfaces is
Answered30 October 2020
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Anonymous user
4" and 7" emulsion brush and plenty of patience..
Answered31 October 2020
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J H Enston Painting & Decorators
Rating: 5 out of 5
To retain artex effect repaint
Using roller application.
Alternatively uni bond and reskim
With plaster for a smooth finish.
Answered1 November 2020
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Decorum Decorating
Rating: 5 out of 5
If you want to keep the artex then get a long pile roller and a good quality emulsion to paint
Answered1 November 2020
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