Ceiling -- finishing query / problem`
 

I have two ceilings to finish off that were plasterboarded (9.5mm) taped
with
the self adhesive fibreglass netting tape and badly filled (overfilled) with
Easy-fill.
This was some months ago and it seems to have gone rock hard now, whereas
freshly Easyfilled is a doddle to rub down. I have tried mechanical sanders
but its just going to take too long - question is, what are the options ?

I have dry-lined walls quite successfully, but not done ceilings and the guy
who did these
fell ill and is no longer around, leaving me to pick up the problems.

I would have preferred a plain smooth finish but this seems to not be an
option unless
I get a plasterer in to put about a 2 mm skim over the whole lot, so I am
considering
Artex-ing it all, but have never done this. Each ceiling is about 4M by 4M
and was
wondering if this is a good option and any tips ?


Thanks,

Nick