Artex ceilings were once popular, but today most homeowners prefer a smooth, modern finish. The good news is that in most cases, Artex can be professionally covered without removal, transforming your ceiling quickly, safely, and with minimal disruption.
At NW Plastering Co. we specialise in covering and restoring Artex ceilings to a perfectly smooth, flawless finish. This is one of the most common services we carry out across Market Deeping, Stamford, Bourne, and the Peterborough area.

We use a proven multi stage process to ensure a high quality, long lasting finish with minimal disruption to your home.
1. Full inspection
We assess the condition of the ceiling, checking for movement, cracks and loose areas to ensure it is suitable for plastering.
2. Surface preparation
The ceiling is sealed and stabilised to ensure proper adhesion.
3. Levelling coat applied
A bonding coat is applied if required to flatten heavier patterns.
4. Professional skim coat applied
Two coats of high-quality finishing plaster are applied.
5. Smooth, flawless finish
The ceiling is left perfectly smooth and ready for painting. The result is a modern ceiling that looks like new.
If your ceiling is not suitable to be plastered after our assessment, there are other methods we can discuss with you to get the finish you desire.
If you’d like to transform your artex ceiling into a smooth, modern finish, get in touch today for expert advice.






Frequently asked questions about artex from our customers.
Yes. Once completed, the ceiling will be perfectly smooth and indistinguishable from a newly plastered surface.
Most ceilings can be covered within 1 to 2 days depending on the condition.
In most cases, covering Artex is faster, safer, and more cost-effective than removal.
Yes, covering and restoring artex ceilings is one of our most common services.
We take care to protect your home and keep disruption to a minimum.
Some older artex may contain small amounts of asbestos. However, covering it with plaster is a safe and widely recommended solution.
Yes, in most cases artex ceilings can be safely plastered over. We assess the condition first to ensure it is stable and suitable for a smooth skim finish.
We cover Market Deeping, Stamford, Bourne, Deeping St James, Spalding, Peterborough, and surrounding villages.
Our artex restoration packages start from £495, with the final price depending on the size, condition, and complexity of the ceiling.
All work is carried out personally by the business owner, ensuring consistent quality, attention to detail, and a professional finish every time.