Popcorn Ceiling Removal
by CertaPro Painters® of South Metro, MN
Popcorn Ceiling Removal
Popcorn ceilings were once a popular choice in homes for their ability to hide imperfections and enhance acoustics. Nowadays, popcorn ceilings are largely considered outdated with homeowners opting to remove them to create a fresh, modern look. Outside of aesthetics, popcorn ceilings trap dust and cobwebs, making them hard to clean. The professional painters at CertaPro Painters® of South Metro, MN are trained to properly remove your popcorn ceiling, ensuring a smooth updated finish that’s perfect for a new coat of paint.
The Popcorn Ceiling Removal Process
Removing a popcorn ceiling is a task best taken care of by professionals. Here is how our professional painters typically tackle this service:
- Cover walls and floors. Removing a popcorn ceiling creates lots of dust and other particles, so it’s best to cover the room in plastic sheets to ensure easy clean up.
- Ceiling prep. The popcorn ceiling is sprayed with small amounts of water to loosen the texture. This makes it much easier to scrape away.
- Remove the popcorn texture. Using specialized tools, the popcorn ceiling is scraped. This creates minimal mess and makes a much smoother removal process.
- Skim coat and sand the ceiling. We apply a skim coat to repair and smooth any damaged areas. Then, we sand the ceiling to prepare it for painting.
- Paint the ceiling. Finally, we prime the surface and apply the paint, giving the ceiling a more modern finish.
The CertaPro team did a great job! Very professional and came on time everyday and was good about letting me know what was going on during my paint project. I had my basement painted and I’m very satisfied with it. Definitely would use them again.
- Stephanie Zeno
Factors Affecting The Cost of Popcorn Ceiling Removal
When it comes to getting your popcorn ceiling removed, there are several factors that could affect the final cost and labor involved:
- Ceiling size & height: Large or higher ceilings require more time and materials to remove.
- Texture complexity: If your popcorn ceiling has a thicker or more intricate texture, it’ll take more effort to remove.
- Room layout: Obstacles or a complex layout can increase the timeline.
- Ceiling condition: If the ceiling has any damage or prior coatings of paint, the removal may require extra preparation.
- Asbestos presence: Homes built before the 1980s may have asbestos in the popcorn texture, which requires specialized safety procedures and tools to remove.
Contact Us Today!
CertaPro Painters® of South Metro, MN has the professionals necessary for removing your outdated popcorn ceiling and modernizing your home’s look. Schedule your free estimate today!
