Cover cracks (Artex)

Member Name: catawall

Product:	Artex
Date:	24/08/00 (394 review reads)
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Advantages: easy to do

Disadvantages: can be messy (splattering)

Artex, is brilliant for cracked ceilings. If you have large cracks fill them first & allow filler time to dry, then use Artex & a textured paint roller with sponge sleeve(large holes) you will find the cracks are covered.

Small cracks need not be filled, I only use the ready mixed Artex in the plastic buckets, it is more expensive than textured paint, but will give a far better result. It can be a messy job & is hard work ( aching arms) but in the end is far cheaper than a profesional & is honestly well within the capabilities of anyone that can use a paintbrush.

Having paid £60 & the price of the materials to hide cracks in my bathroom ceiling my sister offered to do the kitchen for me. I watched her & realised anyone can do it. Hey presto, since then as I redecorate each room I have done it myself, saving £100's of pounds & having the satisfaction of achieving something.

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