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Asbestos Artex Removal in Wilsley Green, Kent
Looking for Artex removal in Wilsley Green? We work across Wilsley Green and the towns around it, with clear advice and a written quote.
- Textured walls before a refit
- Ceilings coming down
- Loft conversions
Artex removal near Wilsley Green
Artex removal near Wilsley Green
Left undisturbed, an intact textured coating is low risk. The problem comes when it’s sanded, scraped dry, drilled or knocked through during a renovation. People often contact us about loft conversions and extensions and coatings in the way of electrical work, including swirl patterns, Artex ceilings and coated plasterboard.
Rural homes near Wilsley Green have often been altered over generations, so coatings may date from earlier work. We explain what we find in plain English, including when it’s better to leave a material in place.
- Location
- Wilsley Green (TN17)
- Area hub
- Kent
- Service
- Testing and removal of textured coatings
- You receive
- Test result and waste paperwork
- Quotes
- A written quote before work starts
- Call
- 07833 053 749
- Page updated
- 26 October 2026
What’s included, and what isn’t
A few things to be aware of:
- We need the room cleared
- We leave the surface ready for your plasterer
- Big jobs need notifying in advance, so allow time
If you are unsure, describe the job and send photos, and we will advise.
What we deal with
- Artex ceilings
- Swirl and stipple patterns
- Patched or painted coatings
- Ceiling roses and cornices (coated)
- Coated plasterboard
- Textured walls
Prices and what affects them
The price of Artex removal depends mainly on:
- The quantity or area
- Whether the work is non-licensed, notifiable or licensed
- Material and condition
- Access to the area
Access makes a big difference to cost, so photos of the area and the way in help us quote accurately.
Helping us quote
Before you send photos, a few tips:
- Any damage, cracks or broken pieces
- A closer photo of the material, without touching it
- An overall view
- Visible markings
For a quote, use our quote form or call 07833 053 749. Tell us the postcode, what the material is and where, and send photos if you can.
Artex in Wilsley Green homes
Wilsley Green is about 11 miles south of Maidstone, in Kent. Homes, landlords and businesses in Wilsley Green contact us for Artex jobs about all kinds of jobs. We work in all 922 towns and villages across Kent. You can also see our page for Canterbury, about 26 miles away.
If you are refurbishing flats near Staplehurst station, coatings can be tested while the flat is empty. Older homes across Wilsley Green may have coatings added during past renovations. Parts of the High Weald National Landscape are within about a mile of Wilsley Green; cottages and farmhouses nearby can have textured coatings too.
Artex jobs anywhere in TN17 start with the postcode and some photos. Streets in the area include Quaker Drive, Angley Walk and Swifts View, and Artex removal is available on all of them. Neighbouring places we cover include Wilsley Pound (1 mile north-east), Sissinghurst (1 mile north-east), Flishinghurst (1 mile west), Cranbrook Common (2 miles north-east) and Colliers Green (2 miles north-west). Further out, we also cover Maidstone (11 miles north), Ashford (14 miles east), Royal Tunbridge Wells (12 miles west), Tonbridge (13 miles north-west), Kings Hill (13 miles north-west) and Foley Park (12 miles north).
Well-known places in the area include Sissinghurst Castle (2.1 miles north-east) and Sissinghurst Castle (2.1 miles north-east).
- Local schools include Cranbrook School (within half a mile south)
- Nearby, you’ll find White Horse pub (less than half a mile south)
Why people call us in Wilsley Green
Many ceilings have years of paint on them, so age is hard to judge.
People generally contact us about one of these:
- Loft conversions
- Walls before a kitchen or bathroom refit
- Ceilings due to be knocked through or removed
- Rented flats before redecoration
Non-domestic buildings like Cranbrook Church of England Primary School should already have records of any textured coatings, before decorators start.
Before booking anyone
- VAT, clearly stated
- Laboratory analysis by an accredited lab
- What exactly is included: the areas, materials or samples
- The documents you will receive
Materials, one by one
Painted coatings
The sample includes the coating itself.
Ceiling roses and cornices
They’re included in the test if they’re coated.
Which option is right?
You will find DIY products for removing Artex, but if the coating contains asbestos, HSE guidance applies. Test first. Dealing with asbestos before building work is generally cheaper than finding it mid-job, when everything has to stop.
Why people choose us
- Quotes that spell out the scope
- Paperwork you can show your buyer, landlord or builder
- Waste taken to a permitted site with a consignment note
- Houses, flats and business premises
See how we quote and the cost guide.
Your questions about Artex removal in Wilsley Green
Do you come out to small villages like Wilsley Green?
We do: small villages are covered too. Tell us about access and parking.
Is the Artex in my Wilsley Green home asbestos?
Some older coatings do, and many do not. Only a test will tell you.
Is it better to remove the coating or the ceiling?
Both work; it depends on the room. We will advise for each room.
Do I need to move out during Artex removal?
Typically you can use other rooms: the work room is closed off until it’s finished.
Does someone need to be there?
We need access to every area in the job.
Do you need to see it before quoting?
Many jobs can be quoted from photos, though some need a visit first.
When can you start?
It depends on the job and our diary. You’ll get available dates with the quote.
I think I’ve damaged asbestos. What now?
Leave the area, keep others out and close the door if you can. Avoid sweeping, vacuuming or dusting, then contact a professional; your GP can advise if you’re worried about your health.
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How we work
The coating is softened with water, steam or gel and removed with hand tools, never sanded or scraped dry. Parking close by makes the day easier.
- Tell us which rooms and surfaces
- We test the coating if it hasn’t been tested
- We plan the removal and send a quote
- We seal off the room and remove the coating wet
- We clean up and send the waste paperwork
Before we arrive
- Warn neighbours if needed
- Do not disturb the material before we get there
- Keep the area clear of children and pets
Ask for a quote
Tell us about the material, its location and your plans. Use our quote form or call 07833 053 749.
Helpful guides
DIY and asbestos
Power tools, sanding and jet-washing release the most fibres, so avoid them completely.
DIY sampling means disturbing the material yourself. HSE advises that samples are best taken by a competent person.
What happens next
File the result and the paperwork.
Some practical advice:
- Send photos of the coatings
- Book your plasterer after removal
- Tell us which rooms and roughly how big they are
- Each different coating needs testing
Don’ts
Hold off on drilling until you have a result.
Don’t sand, scrape dry or wire-brush a textured coating before it’s been tested.
- 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