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Artex Removal for Rotherhithe
Artex removal for properties in Rotherhithe and Greater London: Artex removal, with testing first.
- Ceilings before plastering
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
Artex removal in Rotherhithe
What happens next
Note which other rooms have coatings, so future work is planned properly.
Staying safe afterwards:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Test every different coating
- Photos help us quote
Avoid these
Keep away from flaking or fallen coating.
Test before the builders arrive.
How artex removal works in Rotherhithe
Skimming or boarding over an intact coating avoids disturbing it, but the asbestos remains and needs recording. People often contact us about ceilings coming down and rented homes refurbished between tenants, including coated plasterboard, coated ceiling roses and swirl patterns.
In London conversions like those in Rotherhithe, one ceiling may have several coatings from different decades, so we test each coating. Every job ends with paperwork: a report, results or a consignment note, for your records.
- Area
- Rotherhithe (SE16, SE8, E1W)
- County
- Greater London
- Covers
- Textured ceilings and walls
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Phone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
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What happens
On the day, we seal off the room and protect floors and fittings, and keep the coating damp as we work. It helps if we can park nearby.
- Let us know which rooms have textured coatings
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- We go through the options and send a quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- The room is cleaned and the waste goes to a permitted site with paperwork
Getting ready
- Let us know where we can park
- Move belongings away from the area, without touching the material
- Tell us about anything that is already damaged
Getting a price
Each job is priced individually. To start, send photos through our quote form, or phone 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
What affects the price in Rotherhithe
What changes the cost:
- The type of material and its condition
- How much waste there is
- Access: height, lofts, steps and space
- The category of work
Dealing with asbestos before building work is usually cheaper than finding it mid-job, when the whole project can be held up.
Photos that help
A few photos can save a site visit:
- The access route
- Labels, if any
- An idea of size
- A clear close-up
Share the postcode, a short description and photos: ring 07833 053 749, or send the details through our contact page.
What we deal with in Rotherhithe
Coatings get damaged by water leaks, cracks and DIY, which can make them crumble.
These come up again and again:
- Coatings already disturbed
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Coatings in the way of electrical work
- Textured walls before a refit
If you are refurbishing a rental near Canada Water station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty.
What your quote should include
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- Which areas and materials are covered
- The method and controls
- Any exclusions
Duty holders and landlords in Rotherhithe
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE regularly reminds owners and trades of it.
Community buildings count as non-domestic premises, so the duty to manage applies.
What’s included, and what is not
The usual limits are:
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- We test before removal, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
- Other materials may need their own approach
Not sure what you need? Send us photos and we will tell you honestly before booking.
Common materials
- Artex ceilings
- Coated plasterboard
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Textured walls
Artex removal around Rotherhithe
Rotherhithe is about 2 miles south-east of Whitechapel, in Greater London. We cover Rotherhithe as part of Greater London, for Artex jobs of every size. Rotherhithe is one of 764 places in Greater London we cover.
Non-domestic buildings like Alfred Salter Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings. In older homes in Rotherhithe, textured ceilings were often added in later decades.
Artex jobs anywhere in SE16, SE8 and E1W start with the postcode and some photos. Local streets include Bush Road, Gomm Road and Swan Road; we cover every one. Rotherhithe sits on or near the A200; tell us about parking if you are on a main road. Other places close to Rotherhithe we cover include Surrey Quays (1 mile south), Surrey Canal (1 mile south), South Bermondsey (1 mile south-west), Millwall (1 mile south-east) and North Greenwich (1 mile south-east). Larger places within reach include City of Westminster (5 miles west), Marylebone (5 miles west), Kensington (7 miles west), St Pancras (4 miles north-west), Walthamstow (6 miles north) and Hoxton (3 miles north-west).
Rotherhithe is in London, inside the Ultra Low Emission Zone, where parking and loading can be restricted: tell us about parking, permits and access when you ask for a quote.
Nearby you will also find Tower of London (1.6 miles north-west) and Surrey Quays Shopping Centre (less than half a mile south-west). The countryside around Rotherhithe includes St. James's Park Lake and Tower Hill.
- Local schools include Bacon's College (under half a mile north) and St Mellitus College (1.1 miles north-west)
- Nearby, you’ll find The Ship York pub (within half a mile east)
- Parks and local facilities nearby include Minories (1.6 miles north-west)
Choosing the right option
Strip the coating or take the boards down? Stripping keeps the ceiling; taking boards down whole can be quicker and cleaner in some rooms. The cost of Artex removal depends on the job: the materials, the amount, access and what paperwork is needed. Every quote is individual.
Why choose us
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Written quotes that say what’s included
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- We identify first and remove only what needs removing
Take a look at how we quote and our cost guide.
Your questions about Artex removal in Rotherhithe
Do you work near Canada Water station?
Yes, we cover Rotherhithe, including the streets around Canada Water station.
Is the Artex in my Rotherhithe home asbestos?
Some may, but many coatings don’t contain asbestos. Only a test will tell you.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
Should I check for asbestos before buying?
Of course. A pre-purchase survey, arranged with the seller’s permission, shows what asbestos is there before you exchange.
Does asbestos always have to come out?
No. Material in good condition that will not be disturbed can often be left and managed. It should be recorded and checked.
Can asbestos go in my bin?
Never: it’s hazardous waste. We take it to a permitted site with paperwork.
How can I get a price?
Just fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Include the postcode, a description and photos.
Can I sand my Artex ceiling smooth?
Not before testing. If it contains asbestos, sanding or dry scraping releases fibres.
A closer look at the materials
Textured walls
Some walls were also given textured finishes.
Coated plasterboard
Board removal avoids stripping.
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Planned to HSE guidance and the Control of Asbestos Regulations 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Legal disposal at a permitted site, with a consignment note