Proper plastering is not easy. But DIY plasters are designed with ease of use in mind, and Artex is no more difficult to apply than thick paint.
It is best to wear gloves when mixing up dry plaster-based products - disposable plastic gloves are fine. Wear a face mask when mixing up fine powder.
Being able to use Artex and plaster can help keep the walls and ceilings in your home looking good.
A professional plasterer will normally use gypsum-based Carlite plaster applied in two layers, undercoat and finish. The skill to do this properly takes years to acquire and the amateur should start with DIY plasters.
Artex is the best known make of textured coating, used on internal walls and ceilings to cover up cracks and uneven surfaces or fashioned into patterns. Some people may want to remove the patterned effect.
