Professional Ceiling Repairs &
Artex Removal in Southwick
Flawless finishes from Portslade Plastering – your local specialists across Brighton & Worthing.

When it comes to getting rid of Artex, there isn't a one-size-fits-all approach. Most homeowners we speak to are worried about the mess, but we've got a couple of ways to handle it cleanly. Often, we'll recommend 'over-boarding'. This involves fixing new, slim plasterboard directly over your existing ceiling. It's a brilliant method because it provides a perfectly flat starting point and adds an extra layer of fire protection and soundproofing. If the texture isn't too heavy, we might suggest a 'skim coat' instead. This is where we apply a specialised bonding agent followed by two coats of finishing plaster. Either way, the result is a mirror-smooth surface that’s ready for a fresh lick of paint as soon as it's dry.

It's a conversation no one really wants to have, but it's an important one: asbestos. If your textured coating was applied before the year 2000, there's a chance it contains small amounts of white asbestos. This is exactly why you shouldn't just grab a scraper and start DIY-ing. At Portslade Plastering, we take this very seriously. We can advise on the best course of action, which often involves 'encapsulation'—safely sealing the Artex behind new plasterboard or a thick skim. This keeps those fibres trapped and undisturbed, making your home perfectly safe for you and your family. We'll always chat through the safest, most responsible way to handle your specific ceiling before we even pick up a trowel.

Have you noticed a brown stain appearing on your lounge ceiling, or maybe a hairline crack that seems to be getting longer every week? Ceiling damage is usually a symptom of a hidden problem, like a leaky shower upstairs or the natural settlement of an older property. In Southwick's coastal climate, dampness can also take its toll. We don't just patch over the problem; we make sure the structure is sound. Whether it's replacing a section of blown plaster, fixing sagging boards, or repairing a lath and plaster ceiling that's seen better days, we'll blend the repair in so seamlessly you’ll forget it was ever there. We know how worrying a ceiling leak can be, so we work quickly to get things back to normal.

We know that inviting tradespeople into your home can feel like a bit of a gamble. That's why we’ve built Portslade Plastering on a foundation of reliability and respect. We aren't just experts in our craft—we’re also experts at being tidy. We use plenty of dust sheets and floor protection because we know how much you value your carpets and furniture. As PRB Systems Approved Contractors with £1 million in public liability insurance, we bring a professional standard to every job, whether it's a tiny cupboard ceiling or an entire renovation project. We’re local to the area, frequently working in Southwick, Shoreham, and Brighton, so we're never far away if you need us to pop round and take a look.