Artex Removal

Artex removal in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear

Trusted local Artex removal in Newcastle upon Tyne. Tell us about the job and get a clear fixed price.

  • Covering Gosforth, Heaton and all of Newcastle upon Tyne
  • Experienced, local teams
  • Fast replies, usually the same day
  • One fixed price, agreed up front

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Service
Artex removal
Location
Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear (North East)
Postcodes
NE1, NE2, NE3, NE4, NE5, NE6, NE7, NE15
Areas
Gosforth, Heaton, Fenham, Byker, Walker, Benwell
Typical cost
Skimming over Artex on a typical bedroom ceiling usually costs £300 to £550. Asbestos sample testing is usually £30 to £80 per sample. Full removal is usually £25 to £45 per square metre for non-asbestos coatings.
Quotes
Free and fixed-price, usually the same day

Artex removal across Newcastle upon Tyne and Tyne and Wear

Newcastle upon Tyne is the North East's main city on the River Tyne, with a lively centre, two universities, a strong services economy and characteristic Tyneside flats in its inner suburbs. We offer Artex removal in every part of Newcastle upon Tyne, including Gosforth and Heaton through to Fenham.

Artex removal in Newcastle upon Tyne does not need to be complicated. Give us a few details about what you need, and we will come back with a fixed price and the earliest date we can do it.

Our Newcastle upon Tyne jobs cover Tyneside flats, Victorian terraces, inter-war semis and student lets. Each one brings its own access and timing considerations, which is why every quote is based on your details.

Landlords and letting agents in Newcastle upon Tyne often have Artex skimmed between tenancies, because a smooth ceiling is far easier to repaint and keep looking fresh.

Many Newcastle upon Tyne buyers ask for Artex to be dealt with soon after moving in, while the rooms are still empty and easy to sheet up.

Artex removal in Newcastle upon Tyne: FAQs

Which Newcastle upon Tyne postcodes do you cover?

Every postcode in Newcastle upon Tyne is covered, including NE1, NE2, NE3, NE4, NE5, NE6, NE7 and NE15. If you are on the edge of Newcastle upon Tyne, let us know your postcode and we will confirm.

How much does Artex removal cost in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Prices vary with the job. Your price come down to the size of the job and access and timing, so the quickest way to an exact figure is to send your details. Typical prices are in the facts box at the top of this page and in our cost guide.

How soon can you book a job in Newcastle upon Tyne?

We aim to reply to Newcastle upon Tyne enquiries the same day, and most jobs can be booked in within one to two weeks. Urgent work can often be fitted in sooner.

How do I get a quote in Newcastle upon Tyne?

Just fill in the form on this page with your postcode, a few details of what you need and any timing needs. Photos help but are optional.

When can I paint the ceiling?

New plaster usually needs between three and seven days to dry, depending on the weather and ventilation. Once it has turned an even pale pink, apply a watered-down mist coat first, then your normal emulsion.

Areas and postcodes we cover in Newcastle upon Tyne

We work right across Newcastle upon Tyne, including Gosforth, Heaton, Fenham, Byker, Walker and Benwell.

Postcodes we cover include NE1, NE2, NE3, NE4, NE5, NE6, NE7 and NE15, along with the surrounding areas.

Newcastle upon Tyne is well connected by the A1, A167 and A69, so it is straightforward to fit jobs in at short notice.

We regularly work close to Grey's Monument and Eldon Square, as well as the quieter streets of Byker and Walker.

For reference, the main station is Newcastle station.

  • Gosforth
  • Heaton
  • Fenham
  • Byker
  • Walker
  • Benwell
  • Kenton
  • Westerhope
  • Ouseburn
  • Sandyford
  • Elswick
  • Jesmond

Postcodes:

  • NE1
  • NE2
  • NE3
  • NE4
  • NE5
  • NE6
  • NE7
  • NE15

Artex removal services in Newcastle upon Tyne

Whatever the job in Newcastle upon Tyne, we can help with:

See everything we offer or read our cost guide.

Before you book in Newcastle upon Tyne

Access is the main thing that changes the price in Newcastle upon Tyne. Permit parking, narrow roads and stairs all take extra time, so mention them when you send your details.

The process is quick: fill in the form, we reply with a price (usually the same day), you confirm, and the job is completed in Newcastle upon Tyne on the agreed date.

Local service in Newcastle upon Tyne

With regular work all over Tyne and Wear, we can usually fit Newcastle upon Tyne jobs in quickly and plan the work around your schedule.

  • Smooth, flat finish
  • Clean and tidy
  • Clear pricing

What to have ready for your Newcastle upon Tyne quote

  • Plan where you will sleep or work if a bedroom or office is being done
  • Allow three to seven days for the plaster to dry before you paint
  • Buy contract matt emulsion for the mist coat rather than vinyl paint
  • Find out roughly when the property was built or last decorated
  • Have any textured coating applied before 2000 sampled and lab tested before work

New to this? Our glossary explains the jargon, and our guides cover costs and what to expect.

Also covering near Newcastle upon Tyne

Our Artex removal service also covers these places near Newcastle upon Tyne:

See all Artex removal locations in North East or every area we cover.

Ready to book in Newcastle upon Tyne?

To get a price for Artex removal in Newcastle upon Tyne, complete the short form on this page. We reply with a clear quote, usually the same day.

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From the blog: Can you paint over Artex? Best paint, rollers and technique. Drilling into Artex: fitting downlights, alarms and fixings safely.

Further reading: Does Artex contain asbestos. Skim over Artex or remove it.

Last updated 6 November 2026