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Artex Removal for Whatlington
Artex removal in Whatlington: testing and removal of Artex and textured coatings. Tell us what you’ve found and we’ll explain your options.
- Landlord refurbishments
- Ceilings before skimming
- Extensions that cut into ceilings
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Artex removal for Whatlington properties
We remove textured coatings from ceilings, walls, ceiling roses and coated boards, in houses, flats and commercial premises across Whatlington. Whether it’s walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit and ceilings due for plastering or skimming, we cover Artex ceilings, textured walls and coated ceiling roses.
In a village like Whatlington, textured coatings turn up in cottages and later homes alike. Nothing is removed until it’s been identified, because the method depends on what the material is.
- Location
- Whatlington (TN33)
- County
- East Sussex
- What we do
- Artex tested, then removed with wet methods
- You receive
- Result and waste note
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Telephone
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
Why people call us in Whatlington
People used Artex to cover cracks and uneven ceilings, and some included a little chrysotile.
Buildings from before 2000 can hide asbestos in many places. Common situations include:
- Structural work through coated ceilings
- Damaged or cracked coatings
- Rented flats before redecoration
- Textured walls before a refit
If you’re refurbishing a rental near Battle station, textured ceilings can be tested between tenancies.
What to look for in a quote
- What you’ll receive afterwards: a report, results or waste paperwork
- How the work will be done, and the controls used
- Which areas and materials are covered
- Insurance appropriate to asbestos work
FAQs for Whatlington
Do textured ceilings in Whatlington homes contain asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Testing a sample is the only way to know.
Do you work near Battle station?
Yes, we cover Whatlington and the area towards Battle station, about 1.9 miles south.
Does all Artex contain asbestos?
Not necessarily, as many do not. A test will tell you.
Will I get the price in writing?
Always: you get the scope and price in writing, and whether VAT is included.
Can I stay at home while you work?
The room being worked on has to be empty and sealed off. Often you can stay in other rooms.
Can you come if the asbestos is damaged?
Keep people away from damaged material and do not clean it up yourself. Then contact us for advice.
Which asbestos work needs a licence?
Work on higher-risk materials, such as lagging, sprayed coatings and most insulating board, is licensed and must be done by an HSE-licensed contractor. Most asbestos cement and textured coatings are non-licensed or notifiable non-licensed.
How do I get a quote?
Just call 07833 053 749 or use our quote form. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
After the job
File the result and the paperwork.
Looking after any asbestos that remains:
- Keep pets out of the work area
- Keep the results and paperwork
- Send photos of the coatings
- Clear the rooms before the work
Don’ts
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Do not sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
Options to consider in Whatlington
Remove the coating, or the whole ceiling? Each has pros and cons, depending on the room. A test can sometimes save the cost of removal altogether, because the material is clear.
Why choose us
- Work planned to HSE guidance and the regulations
- Clear advice on your options
- Homes, rented property and workplaces
- Quotes that spell out the scope
See how we quote or published price ranges.
Step by step
We start by sealing and protecting the room, and keep the coating damp as we work. Nobody else needs to be in the work area, so children and pets should be kept elsewhere.
- Tell us where the textured ceilings and walls are
- Each coating is sampled and tested
- If asbestos is found, we explain the options and quote
- We seal off each room and remove the coating wet, or take the boards down whole
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Preparing for the visit
- Move things out of the way carefully
- Ensure pets and children are elsewhere
- Mention any parking restrictions
Ask for a quote
To get a quote, fill in the enquiry form or give us a call on 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Helpful guides
A closer look at the materials
Artex ceilings
Swirl, stipple and other patterns on ceilings are the most common textured coatings.
Coated plasterboard
The coating sits on plasterboard or plaster. Sometimes it’s simpler to remove the boards whole.
Duty holders and landlords in Whatlington
Before contractors start, they need to know about any asbestos. HSE’s campaigns stress this point to building owners and trades alike.
Landlords of single homes don’t have the same duty to manage as non-domestic duty holders, but contractors still need to know about asbestos before they work.
Whatlington properties and textured coatings
Whatlington is about 6 miles north-west of Hastings, in East Sussex. Anywhere in Whatlington, just send the postcode. Whatlington is one of 289 towns and villages in East Sussex we cover. Our area stretches from Whatlington to Brighton (29 miles away).
In older homes in Whatlington, textured ceilings were often added in later decades. Non-domestic buildings like Vinehall School should already have records of any textured coatings. Parts of the High Weald National Landscape are within about 7 miles of Whatlington; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Here we cover the TN33 postcode area. Nearby, we also cover Sedlescombe (1 mile east), Swaile's Green (2 miles north-east), Cripp's Corner (2 miles north-east), Telham (2 miles south) and Kent Street (2 miles south-east). Within a short drive, we also work in Eastbourne (14 miles south-west), Hastings (6 miles south-east), Bexhill-on-Sea (7 miles south), Hailsham (12 miles south-west), St Leonards (6 miles south) and Polegate (14 miles south-west).
A little further out are Conquest Hospital (4.6 miles south-east) and Battle Museum of Local History (1.9 miles south-west). Open spaces near Whatlington include Church Wood and Robsack Wood and Senlac Hill.
- Nearby schools include Claverham Community College (2.4 miles south-west)
- Pubs nearby include The Royal Oak Inn (less than half a mile north)
What we do and do not cover
It’s worth knowing what Artex removal does and doesn’t cover:
- We need the room cleared
- Larger-scale steam or gel removal must be notified before it starts, so allow time
- Untested coatings are tested first, because a clear result means ordinary methods can be used
If in doubt, ask: we’ll recommend a test, a survey or removal before booking.
Materials we see
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Textured walls
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Coated plasterboard
- Artex ceilings
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Other services in Whatlington
- Nothing removed blind: unknown materials are tested first
- Done to the regulations: HSE guidance and CAR 2012
- Written paperwork: reports, results and waste consignment notes
- Waste sealed and labelled, then taken to a permitted site