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Artex Removal in Manston
Artex removal for properties in Manston and Kent: Artex removal, with testing first.
- Coatings damaged by DIY
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Ceilings before skimming
Artex removal for Manston
How it works
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. We arrive at the agreed time, check the area and explain what we’ll do before we start.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces, and roughly how big they are
- We sample the coating first
- If it contains asbestos, we agree the method and send a quote
- We seal the room and remove the coating with wet methods
- We clean up and dispose of the waste legally
Preparing for the visit
- Keep away from the material in the meantime
- Keep children and pets away on the day
- Dig out previous surveys
How to get a quote
We quote each job individually, because no two are the same. To start, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
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Artex removal for Manston properties
For an asbestos coating, the room is sealed, the coating kept wet and nothing sanded or dry-scraped, with the waste bagged and taken to a permitted site. Typical materials include swirl patterns, coated plasterboard and Artex ceilings, and people usually contact us about landlord refurbishments and coatings already disturbed.
Village homes like those in Manston have often been altered several times, so coatings may date from earlier work. We start with a clear answer: what the material is, and what that means for your plans.
- Area
- Manston (CT12)
- Region
- Kent
- Service
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- Paperwork
- Lab result and consignment note
- Quote
- Written quote for your job
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Updated
- 26 October 2026
After we’ve finished in Manston
Tell your plasterer and electrician what was done.
Once you know what’s there, a few simple habits help:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Clear the rooms before the work
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Test every different coating
Things not to do
Plan testing before the renovation starts.
Do not try DIY removal products on untested coatings.
Artex in Manston homes
Manston is about 2 miles west of Ramsgate, in Kent. Manston has a mix of older and newer buildings, and anything built or refurbished before 2000 can contain asbestos. Manston is one of 922 places in Kent where we work. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 13 miles away.
In older homes in Manston, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Non-domestic buildings like Newington Community Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start. The coast is within about 3 miles of Manston, though indoor coating work goes ahead whatever the weather.
Here we cover the CT12 postcode area, and your Artex job can be anywhere in it. From High Street, The Meadows and Manston Road or anywhere nearby, the process is the same. Nearby, we also cover Haine (1 mile north-east), Flete (1 mile north), Newington (1 mile east), Cliffs End (1 mile south) and Chilton (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include Canterbury (13 miles west), Dover (15 miles south), Broadstairs (3 miles east), Whitstable (15 miles west), Deal (9 miles south) and Herne Bay (10 miles west).
Nearby you will also find Spitfire and Hurricane Memorial Museum (0.9 miles west) and Ramsgate General Hospital (2.1 miles south-east). Green spaces nearby include Sandwich and Pegwell Bay.
- Nearby schools include The Royal Harbour Academy (1.8 miles east)
- Local pubs include Lord of the Manor pub (0.9 miles south-east)
- Local facilities include Margate West (2.6 miles north)
Options to consider in Manston
Plastering over it is an option, but never sand it first, and the asbestos stays in the building. Dealing with asbestos before building work is typically cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Why choose us
- Clear advice on your options
- Houses, flats and business premises
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Work done to the regulations
See how we quote or published price ranges.
DIY and asbestos
Working on a fragile asbestos cement roof is dangerous in itself, quite apart from the asbestos, so never climb onto one.
With a professional job, you get a record: a record that buyers, insurers and builders may want to see.
Manston questions
Do you cover Manston and the area around Thanet Parkway station?
Yes, we cover Manston and the area towards Thanet Parkway station, about 1.2 miles south.
Is asbestos common in Manston homes?
Homes built or refitted before 2000 can. A sample test is the only reliable answer. Look at garage roofs, textured ceilings, old floor tiles, soffits and flues.
Do I get anything in writing afterwards?
It depends on what we do: a survey report, a laboratory result, or a consignment note for removed waste.
Is it OK to scrape off Artex?
Not before testing. Sanding or dry scraping an asbestos coating releases fibres.
Can you quote from photos?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
What’s the difference between a test and a survey?
A test checks specific materials; a survey checks a whole building or work area. Before building work, you normally need a survey.
How quickly can you come out?
Dates are agreed once the quote is accepted. Notifiable jobs cannot start until they’ve been notified.
How much does Artex removal cost in Manston?
Room sizes, the method and the waste decide, and we quote once the coating has been tested.
Limits to be aware of
So you know what to expect:
- Untested coatings are tested first, since a negative result changes everything
- Other asbestos materials found in the room are dealt with separately
- The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before you book.
Materials in Manston
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
For landlords, agents and businesses
Duty holders for workplaces and the shared parts of flats in Manston must manage asbestos under the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012. That means finding it, assessing it, recording it and planning how to manage it.
Between tenancies is a good time to deal with asbestos, while the property is empty.
Materials we deal with
Patched areas
Patch repairs may use a different material from the original coating.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
What it costs
What changes the cost:
- Material and condition
- How many samples are needed
- Travel and parking
- The category of work
There’s no one-size price, as every job differs. Our guides list published price ranges from other companies, with sources.
Helping us quote
Photo tips:
- A wide shot showing where the material is
- A clear close-up
- A rough size or measurement
- Cracks or breaks
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 recommend the right option.
- Identify it first: we test or survey before planning removal
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Everything in writing: quotes, reports, results and waste notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site