Many of us are left with popcorn ceilings from a time when they were very popular. Perhaps the main reason these ceilings were so popular is that they helped with the acoustics of the house. Not only did they keep the sound down, but they also helped hide imperfections in the ceilings from the drywall.
The benefits of removing popcorn ceiling texture far outweigh the benefits of leaving it (which are basically none). You get smooth ceilings, you’re trendy and stylish, and you don’t have to worry about it falling down. The crumbing is a real problem, especially in settings such as bathrooms, where there’s a lot of moisture.
The process for removing popcorn ceilings is fairly simple. We start by masking off whatever is not going to be touched (which includes floors, walls, furniture, etc.). Using a sprayer, we then dampen the ceilings and scrape. Then we touch up any imperfections or damage in the ceiling. Then we use an oil based primer to coat the ceiling and then we top coat it with a regular flat paint.
The timeline of a job depends on a few factors. If there’s furniture in the house, it’s gonna take a little longer because we have to do some extra prep work. It can take anywhere from three days to a week.
Call us today to schedule a popcorn ceiling removal quote.
