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Artex Removal for Cross-at-Hand
Artex removal for Cross-at-Hand: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings. Tell us what you’ve found and we will explain your options.
- Ceilings before plastering
- Ceilings before downlights go in
- Ceilings coming down
Artex removal in Cross-at-Hand
Artex removal for Cross-at-Hand properties
Textured coatings like Artex were used on ceilings and walls for decades, and older ones can contain a little asbestos. We test first, then remove the coating with controlled wet methods if needed. People often contact us about coatings damaged by DIY and ceilings coming down, including swirl patterns, coated plasterboard and coated ceiling roses.
Rural homes near Cross-at-Hand have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. We follow HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012, whatever the size of the job.
- Area
- Cross-at-Hand (TN12)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Covers
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Typical Artex jobs in Cross-at-Hand
Many electricians and plasterers ask for a test result before working on textured ceilings.
If any of these sound familiar, it’s worth getting advice:
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings before skimming
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Damaged or cracked coatings
If you are refurbishing flats near Staplehurst station, a void period is a good time to deal with textured ceilings.
What your quote should include
- How the waste will be disposed of, and whether you will get a consignment note
- The scope of the job, in writing
- That samples are analysed by an accredited laboratory
- What paperwork you get
Prices and what affects them
Quotes vary because of:
- The size of the job
- Disposal costs
- Location, parking and any London charges
- Access to the area
Every quote says whether VAT is included, so you can compare like with like.
What to photograph
Photos often save us a visit:
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- An idea of size
- Visible markings
- A photo of the whole area
Unsure whether you need a test, a survey or removal? Fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749, and we’ll advise.
What happens
We soften the coating and take it off by hand, with no sanding or dry scraping. We wear suitable protective equipment for the job, and use controls to keep dust down.
- Get in touch with photos
- We test a sample of each coating
- We explain your options: leave, cover or remove
- We remove it safely if that is what you choose
- We dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Have any previous surveys or test results ready
- Make sure we can get to the area
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
Ask for a quote
For an accurate quote, tell us what you’ve found, where it is and what you are planning. Then fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
What’s included, and what isn’t
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and does not cover:
- We need the room cleared
- Plastering and making good are usually separate jobs
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, which affects the start date
If in doubt, ask: we will recommend a test, a survey or removal.
Common materials
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Patched or painted coatings
- Textured walls
- Coated plasterboard
- Swirl and stipple patterns
FAQs for Cross-at-Hand
Do you work near Staplehurst station?
Yes. Staplehurst station is about 1.2 miles south of Cross-at-Hand, and we cover both.
Can you deal with asbestos on rural buildings in the High Weald National Landscape?
Yes. The asbestos rules are the same in protected landscapes, but access to farm and rural buildings can take planning.
When can you start?
We agree a date when you accept the quote. Some work has to be notified to the enforcing authority first, which affects timing.
Do you work in flats?
Yes, of course. For the shared areas of a block, the managing agent or freeholder holds the asbestos information.
Should all asbestos be removed?
Not always: sound material that will not be disturbed can often stay. Keep a record and check its condition.
Do you work for landlords and businesses?
We do. We work for landlords, managing agents, employers and contractors as well as homeowners.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
How dangerous is asbestos?
It can be, if fibres are released and breathed in. The related diseases often take decades to develop, so the aim is never to disturb it unknowingly.
For businesses and landlords in Cross-at-Hand
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Cross-at-Hand must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. In practice: find it, assess it, record it and manage it.
Void periods are a good time for asbestos work, when rooms are empty and work can be done without disruption.
Towns and villages near Cross-at-Hand
Also in Cross-at-Hand
Options to consider in Cross-at-Hand
Testing first can save a lot: a clear result means normal methods. Doing several things in one visit can help, for example testing several materials, or removing a garage roof and a flue at the same time.
What you get
- London, Kent, Surrey, Sussex and beyond
- Plain-English advice, including when to leave things alone
- Jobs planned to HSE guidance
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
Read how we quote or our cost guide.
After we’ve finished in Cross-at-Hand
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Plan where you’ll stay or work while rooms are closed off
- Send photos of the coatings
- Empty the rooms in advance
- Keep pets out of the work area
Don’ts
Don’t try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Materials, one by one
Painted coatings
We sample through the paint into the coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Cross-at-Hand properties and textured coatings
Cross-at-Hand is about 5 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Anywhere in Cross-at-Hand, just send the postcode, and we will quote. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. Our nearest city page is Canterbury, about 24 miles away.
Cross-at-Hand is within about 7 miles of the High Weald National Landscape, and older rural homes there often have textured ceilings from past renovations.
Wherever your property is in TN12, we can help with Artex removal, from busy streets to quiet lanes. From Staplehurst Road and Woodford Park or anywhere nearby, we can help. We also carry out Artex jobs in Rabbit's Cross (1 mile north), Devil's Den (1 mile east), Wanshurst Green (1 mile south-west), St Ann's Green (1 mile west) and Underling Green (1 mile west). Larger places within reach include Maidstone (5 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Sittingbourne (13 miles north-east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (13 miles west), Tonbridge (12 miles west) and Kings Hill (8 miles north-west).
A little further out are Sutton Valence Castle (2.8 miles north-east) and South East Romany Museum (1.8 miles south-west).
- Survey or test first when it isn’t clear what a material is
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note