How To Remove Popcorn Ceiling Texture

Also known as acoustic ceilings popcorn ceilings were popular from the 1950s to the 1980s for their ability to cover up flaws in ceilings and absorb sound.

How to remove popcorn ceiling texture. The popcorn ceiling had been painted at least once so rather than trying to remove it right down to the drywall i just scraped the popcorn off and left the texture on the ceiling. Before trying to figure out how to remove any popcorn ceiling texture contact your local health department and ask about getting a sample tested. Removing a popcorn ceiling is simple with the right tools and supplies.

Any popcorn ceiling installed before 1980 might contain asbestos a known cause of lung cancer. You can easily identify popcorn ceilings also referred to as acoustic ceilings by. Paint scrapers help extend your reach when paired with a handle or painters pole.

Prepare to scrape off the textured material. Make sure to wear the proper safety protection when removing popcorn ceiling. A coat of primer and then a coat of satin paint makes the ceiling look really nice and modern.

Now they have fallen out of favor somewhat consigned to the fate of mullets feathered hair and angel s flight jackets. But the textured ceilings tend to capture dust and the look has lost its appeal.