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Hi all. I've recently ripped off the board in my living room. There used to be a fireplace behind. This is what I uncovered. How on earth do I take this ready for skimming? There appears to be a coating of soot on the wall which is wet in places. Many thanks

Thank you. I should probably mention that I'm 4ft 11 and about 7st. No dwarf jpkea please! I'm determined though sand have a lot of ceilings and walls to do so need to do it myself really. I think I !might just get it tested and get rid of the lovely stuff

Thanks all, trouble is, I don't have a clue how to overboard. I was worried about the weight of the ceiling. House was built in 1930s. I wouldn't !Ind putting the effort in yo get the artex off, found a site that charges 40 for a sample so might go that route.

Even if its very deep ridges? Thanks though. What bonding agent would you recommend? Oh and what is a tight coat? Lol

I'm in the process of renovating my house and have been brave enough to have a crack at plastering myself which has turned out pretty good! I have an artex ceiling in the bedroom and want to get rid of it. The artex is a lovely wavy fan pattern and pretty deep. Is it practical to plaster over...