The Complete Guide to Coving

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THE COMPLETEGUIDE TO COVING

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WHICH TYPE OF COVEIS BEST FOR YOU?

We offer three types of cove: molded plaster (ArteHeritage prodcts), paper-faced plaster (Gyproc prodcts)and etrded polystyrene (Arte Heritage LITE and GyprocLITE prodcts).

MOULDED PLASTER

Made the traditional way in 1.25 or 2 metre long moulds

Range of patterns with ne detailing

Pre-formed joints available for easy internal and external corners

Care needed when handling, but long life once installed

PAPER-FACED PLASTER

Extruded and faced with high quality paper for long life

Contemporary Cshape nish or stylish Sprole

Easy to cut and joint for corners

Less liable to handling damage than moulded cove

ExTRUDED POLYSTYRENE

Same excellent detailing and nish as plaster alternatives

Lightweight and easy to handle and cut

Pre-primed for ease of decoration

Withstands bumps and knocks during tting and transit

Frther assistance

A technical advice service is available, providing skilled assistance in thechoice and use of Arte and Gyproc decorative mouldings.

If you need assistance, or have an enquiry about any Arte product, pleasecontact our Customer Service Department as below.

Tel:0800 032 6345(Freephone)Email: [email protected]

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For centuries, the UKs nest buildings have used decorative covingand cornices to add style and distinction to prestige living areas.

Hand-created by skilled craftsmen, the early classical mouldings weregenerally based on designs from ancient Greek and Roman architecture,with features such as uting, acanthus leaves, dentil and vases.

As architectural styles changed, plasterers found new ways of reectingthis in their cove designs. Gothic and French styling, as well as moreeotic Egyptian, Indian and Japanese, have clearly inuenced covecraftsmen and designers through the years, with perhaps the mostelaborate of all designs, based on modelled fruit, owers and foliage,being created by the early Victorians.

Whilst the time and skill taken to create these elaborate featuresby hand meant that only the most afuent could afford to decoratetheir homes in this way, todays advanced moulding and etrusiontechnology has enabled us to recreate many of the classic styles usingmodern moulding materials, bringing the style and distinction of covingwithin the grasp of all homeowners.

To upgrade a period style home or create a period interior choose fromthe range of classic designs of our Arte Heritage range, or select fromour contemporary range if you want the style and decorative benetsof coving, but with a modern clean line nish.

Regardless of the style you choose, our high quality, high denitioncoves will nish your room to perfection, adding that etra touch ofclass that will make your home feel special.

MAKE YOUR HOME FEEL SPECIAL


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CHOOSE YOUR STYLE

Choose from our period and contemporary patterns below and thengo to the page for more information.

CONTEMPORARY RANGEGYPROC 100/ARTEX 100 10

GYPROC 127/ARTEX 127 11

ARTEX SCULPTURED/ARTEX 135 12

GYPROC LITE100 13

GYPROC LITE127 14

PERIOD RANGEARTEX HERITAGE GRECIAN 20

ARTEX HERITAGE ROMAN 21

ARTEX HERITAGE GEORGIAN 22

ARTEX HERITAGE ADAM 23

ARTEX HERITAGE EXPRESSION 24

ARTEX HERITAGE RICHMOND 25

ARTEX HERITAGE CAVENDISH 26

ARTEX HERITAGE CANTERBURY 27

ARTEX HERITAGE CHALFONT 27

ARTEX HERITAGE LITE GRECIAN 28

ARTEX HERITAGE LITE GEORGIAN 29

ARTEX HERITAGE LITE ORIGINAL 30

ACCESSORIES AND RELATED PRODUCTS

FIXING ACCESSORIES 32CONTEMPORARY RANGE 32

HERITAGE RANGE 32

CEILING ROSES LARGE AND SMALL 33

INSTALLATIONFIXING COVE TIPS FROM THE PROFESSIONALS 34

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 35

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS 35

TOOLS 35

10 |GYPROC 100/ARTEX 100

11 |GYPROC 127/ARTEX 127

12 |ARTEX SCULPTURED/ARTEX 135

20 |ARTEX HERITAGE GRECIAN

21 |ARTEX HERITAGE ROMAN

22 |ARTEX HERITAGE GEORGIAN

23 |ARTEX HERITAGE ADAM

24 |ARTEX HERITAGE EXPRESSION

25 |ARTEX HERITAGE RICHMOND

26 |ARTEX HERITAGE CAVENDISH

13 |GYPROC LITE100

14 |GYPROC LITE127

30 |ARTEX HERITAGE LITE ORIGINAL

28 |ARTEX HERITAGE LITE GRECIAN

29 |ARTEX HERITAGE LITE GEORGIAN


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GYPROC 100/ARTEx 100

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ACCESSORIES

Ceil ing Roses 380mm (Small) 540mm (Large)

Pre-mitred Corners (Internal/Eternal) Yes

Cove Corners ( Internal/Eternal) Yes

Cove Corner Pieces (Internal/Eternal) Yes

MATERIALS

Paper-faced Gypsum Plaster

The classic C prole plaster covingwith high qality paper facing fora sper-smooth nish.

Smaller prole and clean lines make itthe ideal contemporary coving for smallerrooms, particularly in modern apartmentsor townhouses. To add interest, trystepping the cove with Gyproc CorniceStrips for a range of more elaboratedecorative effects.

Length

2.00m3.00m 100mm

(W) 67mm(C) 67mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

GYPROC 127/ARTEx 127

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ACCESSORIES

Ceiling Roses 380mm (Small) 540mm (Large)


Cove Corners (Internal/Eternal) Yes


MATERIALS


Classic C prole plaster coving in a127mm prole to sit larger rooms,particlarly in open plan family homes.

To add interest, try stepping the cove withGyproc Cornice Strips for a range of moreelaborate decorative effects.

Length

2.00m3.00m3.60m4.20m

127mm(W)84mm(C) 84mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

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ARTEx SCULPTURED/ARTEx 135

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Cove Corners ( Internal/Eternal) Yes


MATERIALS


Traditional plaster cove in a classicS shaped prole for a sleek nish.

Use on its own or in conjunction withGyproc Cornice Strips to give a high qualitylook to any room, particularly larger openplan rooms and master bedrooms.

Length

2.00m3.00m 135mm

(W) 92mm(C) 84mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

GYPROC LITE100

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MATERIALS

Etruded Polystyrene

Jst like the traditional Gyproc100 C prole cove, bt made fromdrable lightweight material forimproved damage resistance andeasier installation.

The ideal contemporary coving fortodays lifestyle, its quick and easy to t,pre-primed for reduced decoration, andthe compact prole and long, 3-metresections make it perfect for smaller rooms,particularly in modern apartmentsor townhouses.

Length

3.00m 100mm(W) 68mm(C) 68mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling


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GYPROC LITE127

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MATERIALS

Etruded Polystyrene

Jst like the traditional Gyproc 127C prole cove, bt made from drablelightweight material for easier ttingand improved handling properties.

The larger prole makes it ideal for biggerrooms, particularly in open plan familyhomes. It has all of the aesthetic benetsof the plaster alternative, but in a lightermaterial that is quicker to t, and comesready-primed for reduced decoration.

Length

3.00m 127mm(W) 88mm(C) 88mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

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ARTEx ARCHITECTURAL STUDY

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The Arte Heritage range consists of a variety of original

plaster molded designs ideal for recreating periodfeatres or replicating style from a bygone era.The qestion often posed was, Which design is rightfor my property?.

Working with The Modern Interiors Research Centre (MIRC)at Kingston University enabled Artex to produce a guide tothe Artex Heritage range showing which designs suit theperiod of your property.

However, the dating of the designs was more of a challenge

than the MIRC rst imagined.

Artex would like to thank Professor Anne Massey, ProfessorPenny Sparke and Dr. Patricia Lara.

As part of our work, we welcome co-operation with industry.Our relationship with Artex began with dating their collectionof coving and ceiling roses. The mouldings for these plaster castsdate back to the 1930s, and it was our brief to identify the stylesand periods for each prole. We were able to date styles from the

Victorians through to the modern day identifying egg-and-dart,acanthus leaves, uting, swags and foliage in this fascinatingcollection. The Edwardian revivals of the classical were particularlyintriguing as part of the detective story.

We are sure our ongoing relationship with Artex will produce furtherinteresting projects to help the homeowner or professional, eagerto reproduce an authentic domestic interior. We wish you well with

your projects!

Professor Anne Massey

THE MODERN INTERIORSRESEARCH CENTRE (MIRC)

The Modern Interiors Research Centre (MIRC) at KingstonUniversity works as a focus for international research onthe history of recent domestic and public interiors. MIRCorganises conferences, publishes books and articles fora wide audience on the subject, supported by researchcouncil funding. They host the Modern Interiors ResearchSociety and the Journal of the Modern Interior.

www.kingston.ac.k/design/mirc

WHICH STYLE TO CHOOSEFOR YOUR PERIOD HOMEArte Heritage and Arte Heritage LITE designs give you the option to matchyour coving to the correct period style of your home. Se e the table below for themost appropriate patterns for each period.

GEORGIAN CLASSICAL 1750 1830

Georgian Epression

GEORGIAN REGENCY 1770 1830

Roman Grecian Adam

Chalfont

LATE VICTORIAN 1880 1900

Cavendish Canterbury

GEORGIAN REVIVAL 1890 1914

Georgian Roman Grecian

Adam Epression RichmondChalfont

PERIOD STYLE REVIVAL 1918 1939

Georgian Roman Grecian

Adam Chalfont


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ARTEx HERITAGE ROMAN

ACCESSORIES


Universal Cove Corners (Internal) Yes

Universal Cove Corners (Eternal) Yes

MATERIALS

Moulded Gypsum Plaster

Based on a classic Corinthian pattern,Heritage Roman featres a reglarpattern of rectanglar blocks, or dentils,poplar in the early temples of Persiaand Asia Minor.

Designed to restore the Regency styledecorative features found in Georgianarchitecture of the late 18th and early19th Centuries, this design is also suitedto houses built during the late Victorian,Edwardian Georgian Revival period and thepost-1918 revivalist period.

Length

2.00m 127mm(W) 84mm(C) 84mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

ARTEx HERITAGE GRECIAN

ACCESSORIES




MATERIALS


Featring the timeless pattern of repeatovals and vertical lines, commonlyreferred to as egg and dart.

This style was widely used in ancientGreek architecture before being adoptedby the Neo-classicists for room decorationbetween 1750-1790.

Heritage Grecian is particularly appropriatefor houses built during the Georgian Regencyperiod of the late 18th and early 1 9thCenturies, as well as the revivalist periods ofthe late Victorian, early Edwardian era and

post-1918 revivalist periods.

Length

2.00m 127mm(W) 84mm(C) 84mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

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ARTEx HERITAGE ADAM

ACCESSORIES




MATERIALS


Inspired by 18th Centry neo-classicalScottish architect, Robert Adam.

This elegant Heritage Adam design withclassic swags is typical of the style foundin upper class residences from the 1760sonwards.

It is suitable for houses built in classic Adamstyle from 1770 to around 1830, as well as therevivalist periods of the late Victorian, earlyEdwardian era and post-1918 revivalist years.

Length

2.00m 127mm(W) 84mm(C) 84mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

ARTEx HERITAGE GEORGIAN

ACCESSORIES




MATERIALS


Design rooted in Greek andRoman antiqity.

Inspired by the decorative architectural styleof the ancient Greeks and Romans, HeritageGeorgian with its straight rope design,recreates the simple style and elegance ofthe Georgian period.

Ideal for houses built in the neo-classicalstyle from the middle of the 18th Centuryand the Georgian Revival period of the lateVictorian and Edwardian and post-1918revivalist periods.

Length

2.00m 127mm(W) 84mm(C) 84mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

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ARTEx HERITAGE RICHMOND

ACCESSORIES


Cove Corners (Internal) Yes

Cove Corners (Eternal) Yes

MATERIALS


Featring the traditional Grecianegg and dart pattern, the smallerprole Heritage Richmond is designedto restore Victorian and Edwardiandecorative featres to homes bilt in theGeorgian revival style.

It is suitable for houses built between 1850and 1914 in Victorian and Edwardian style.

Length

1.25m 100mm(W) 76mm(C) 60mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

ARTEx HERITAGE ExPRESSIONDesigned along classic early Greekand Roman lines, bt with a moderntoch, this elegant and simplecove is reminiscent of the Georgianarchitectral period.

It can be used to restore period style tohouses built during the Georgian Classicperiod from 1750 to 1830, as well as therevivalist periods of the late Victorian, earlyEdwardian era and post-1918 revivalist years.

Length

1.25m 100mm(W) 66mm(C) 76mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

ACCESSORIES

Ceiling Roses 360mm (Small)



MATERIALS


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ARTEx HERITAGE CANTERBURY

ARTEx HERITAGE CHALFONT

ACCESSORIESCeiling Roses 360mm (Small) 530mm (Large)

ACCESSORIES


Reective of the Victorian period1860-1900, strongly inenced bythe Gothic revival in architectreand design. Designs were alsoeclectic and ehibited stylisedversions of acanths leaves andowers and frit motifs.

It is suitable for houses built in theVictorian period, 1860-1900.

Inspired by the elegant style createdby architect Robert Adam, Heritage

Chalfont enriches the range ofGeorgian Classical Styles.

It is suitable for houses built in classicAdam style from 1770 to around 1830,as well as the revivalist periods of thelate Victorian, early Edwardian era andpost-1918 revivalist years.

ARTEx HERITAGE CAVENDISH

ACCESSORIES




MATERIALS


Featring a delicate stylised oralpattern, the stylish 100mm proleHeritage Cavendish reects the elegantand somewhat eclectic design style ofthe late Victorians.

It is suitable for homes built during the LateVictorian period, between 1880 and 1900.

Length

1.25m 100mm(W) 76mm(C) 60mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

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MATERIALS

Etruded Polystyrene

Length

3.00m 127mm(W) 78mm(C) 75mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

ARTEx HERITAGE LITE GEORGIANSimple and stylish, Arte Heritage LITEGeorgian epitomises the elegance ofgrand late 18th Centry homes,in a lightweight cove design.

It is ideal for restoring or creating originaldesign style.

ARTEx HERITAGE LITE GRECIANRecreating the timeless egg and dartpattern of ancient Greek architectre.

Arte Heritage LITE Grecian can be used torestore or create originalcove features.

MATERIALS

Etruded Polystyrene

Length

3.00m 127mm(W) 78mm(C) 75mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

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MATERIALS

Etruded Polystyrene

Length

3.00m 135mm(W) 85mm(C) 82mm

Prole Wall/Ceiling

ARTEx HERITAGE LITE ORIGINALA twist on the contemporary.

Arte Heritage LITE Original offers anS shaped cove prole for a sleek nishto larger open plan rooms and masterbedrooms in any style home.

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COVE FIxING ACCESSORIESFiing cove is best left to the professionals, bt is well within the capabilities of anaccomplished DIYer. If yo decide to t the prodcts yorself, there are a range ofaccessories available to help yo do a professional job.

ARTEx MuLTI-PuRPOSE ADHESIVEA ready-mied adhesive specially formulated for ing all types ofArte and Gyproc plaster coves, and Ar te plaster mouldings. Theadhesive dries to a white nish and comes ready-mied in 1, 2.5 or5 litre tubs to ensure the correct consistency and strength for the job.

GYPROC LITECOVE SEALANTDesigned for mess-free ing of lightweight Gyproc LITE and Arte

Heritage LITE coves. Used with an applicator gun, each 380ml cartridgeprovides sufcient adhesive for ing approimately 5 metres of cove.

ARTEx uNIVERSAL COVE MITRE BOxDesigned to enable you to cut perfect clean mitred internal andeternal corners on Gyproc plaster coves, Arte Heritage Gyproc LITEand Arte Heritage LITE products every time.

GYPROC TOOLS COVE SAWA ne tooth saw specially designed to enable you to cut clean linesand create neat edges on Gyproc and Arte plaster coves.

CONTEMPORARY RANGECORNICE STRIPSCreate your own cove proles by using Gyproc Cornice Strips withGyproc plaster coves for a more ornate effect. These 100mm wide,2.4 metre long pre-cut strips of glass-reinforced gypsum board canbe used in single or double depth to create attractive step effects toenhance the appearance of your cove.

HERITAGE RANGECorner moldings and ceiling roses are available for many of or Heritage plaster coves,enabling yo to match the period design with a complete package of decorative featres.

All items are made to the same high qality and denition sing moldings from hand-carvedoriginals, and are tre to the style of the period. See individal prodct pages for availability.

CORNER MOuLDINGSHigh quality mouldings specially designed to complement the style ofthe relevant coving, whilst enabling you to create simple and stylishjoints at room corners. Available for both internal and eternal cornersfor all 2 metre and 1.25 metre Heritage plaster coves (not available forHeritage LITE designs).

CEILING ROSESComplete the period look with authentic plaster moulded ceilingroses in either small or large format to suit your room size. These highquality plaster roses are designed to match the style of our coves andare moulded from hand-crafted originals.

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ACCESSORIES ANDRELATED PRODUCTS

CEILING ROSESLARGE AND SMALL

ADAM LARGE540MM

ADAM SMALL380MM

CANTERBuRY LARGE530MM

CANTERBuRY SMALL360MM

CAVENDISH LARGE530MM

CAVENDISH SMALL360MM

CHALFONT LARGE530MM

CHALFONT SMALL380MM

ExPRESSION SMALL360MM

GRECIAN LARGE540MM

GRECIAN SMALL380MM

RICHMOND LARGE530MM

RICHMOND SMALL360MM

ROMAN LARGE540MM

ROMAN SMALL380MM

ARTEx SCuLPTuREDLARGE 540MM

ARTEx SCuLPTuREDSMALL 380MM

GEORGIAN LARGE540MM

GEORGIAN SMALL380MM


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INSTALLATION

FIxING COVE TIPS FROM THE PROFESSIONALSSTAGE 1 PREPARING

Before you start, make sure wall and ceiling backgrounds are sound, clean and dry.Remove wallpaper and any loose or aking paint, and wash the wall to remove alltraces of wallpaper and paste.

Draw guidelines along the wall and ceiling to correspond with the edges of the coving,using the dimensions shown for the relevant product and allowing for the thickness ofadhesive to be used. Scratch plastered or painted areas which will be in contact withthe moulding lightly with a sharp pointed tool to give a good key for the adhesive.

STAGE 2 CuTTING

NB:Artex decorative plaster mouldings aremade from bre-reinforced plaster andshould be handled with care to reduce the

risk of damage. If you are not using pre-cut corner mouldings,

you will need to measure and cut the coveto size.

Always use a Gyproc Universal Cove Mitre Boxwhen cutting internal or external corners, asthis will give you exactly the right angle fora perfect corner joint. Lightly sandpaper anyrough edges to remove burrs.

Remember to keep the cove square in the box,and keep the product supported and levelusing a piece of wood the same thicknessas the base of the mitre box.

There are four different mitre cuts involvedin creating internal and external corners.

Make sure you know which angle is requiredeach time you prepare to cut.

Advice on preparing stop ends andnon-standard angles, and using GyprocCornice Strips, is available on request.

STAGE 3 FIxING

Start from the most visible corner and work around the room.

Apply a 3mm thickness of Artex Multi-Purpose Adhesive to all surfaces of the cove

that will be in contact with the wall or ceiling, ensuring you apply evenly along the fulllength of the prole.

If using Gyproc LITE Cove Sealant to t lightweight proles, apply an even bead of6-8mm thickness to all surfaces in contact with the wall or ceiling, as above.

Gently press the moulding into position until the adhesive begins to squeeze out, andremove any excess adhesive this can be used as a ller for corners etc. You may needassistance if working with cove lengths of 2 metres and over.

If necessary, support the moulding in position using small nails lightly tapped into thewall or ceiling immediately below and in front of the moulding (do not drive nails fullyhome as these will be removed once the adhesive has dried).

STAGE 4 DECORATION

After making good all joints, allow to dry thoroughly before applying normaldecorative nishes.

Paper-faced Gyproc Cove products should be treated with Gyproc Drywall Primeror Artex Sealer to seal the surface prior to applying a decorative nish.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATIONDECORATION AND MAINTENANCE

Gyproc and Arte decorative mouldings can be painted to suit any interior scheme.

DuRABILITY

Gyproc and Arte decorative mouldings are designed to form a permanent feature.

STORAGE AND HANDLING

Careful handling and smooth transportation will reduce the risk of damage and ensurebest results. Always carry plaster cove on its edge and ensure it is well supported along itsentire length. Use on-package handles where available to ensure damage is minimised.

GENERAL PRECAUTIONS Cut in well ventilated conditions to avoid dust getting into eyes or excessive

material on skin.

Take care when drilling to avoid concealed pipes or electrical cables.

Always handle plaster products with care and avoid over-tightening xing screws.

Keep tools and equipment out of the reach of children.

Detailed Health & Safety information is available from the manufacturer.

TOOLSHaving the right tools for the job ensures you achieve a professional nish. This easy-to-use reference table can help you plan the tting of decorative plaster mouldings.

For technical advice and guidance call 0800 032 6345.

For further information on the complete range visit:www.arteltd.com or email [email protected]

TOOLS COVING CEILING ROSE CORNERSArte Multi Purpose Adhesive

Arte Universal Mitre Block

Tape Measure

Pencil

Gyproc Tools Cove Saw

Hammer

Nails

Screws and Rawlplugs

Screwdriver

Fine Sandpaper

Soft Bristled BrushPalette Knife

Fine Surface Filler

Arte Sealer

Gyproc Drywall Primer


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