![]() ![]() So, when you’re done scraping, you can pick the type of paint that you want and paint it in the traditional manner. While you can paint a popcorn ceiling, it looks a lot better if you take the time to scrape it off first. This can help you identify spots in the ceiling that may need to be patched, and make the painting phase a lot more efficient. If you choose to apply a smooth coat of paint rather than a new texture, consider using a drywall sealer to prime the ceiling. All you need to do is use a joint compound (which is water + gypsum powder that’s mixed into a paste-like mixture) as the base and go from there. ![]() While popcorn ceilings are not “in” anymore, different textures and designs can help give your home a bit more of a modern look. You can utilize a joint compound as a base for a new texture on the ceiling. After you sand the ceiling, remove any stubborn residue by using a dampened block sponge. If you scraped the popcorn off of your ceiling, you may notice that there is still residue left behind. Once everything looks as smooth and even as possible, your ceiling is prepared for the next stage. It is best to use a hand sander while wearing protective goggles so that you don’t get anything in your eyes. After you’ve removed the popcorn texture, it’s time to sand down the ceiling, making it as smooth as possible. No matter what you plan for your new ceiling decor, there are a few steps to take to prepare the surface: After you have chipped away all of the texture, you’re most likely left with a rough-looking ceiling, perhaps a little like the drywall that your home was built with. Now that you’ve removed the popcorn ceiling, it is time to turn our attention to what comes next. Then, you can use the same scraping technique to be able to get everything off of the ceiling with ease. Many of these products can be toxic, so be sure that you open up the windows in the room and that you close the door to protect your family from the fumes while it’s eating away at the paint. If the vinegar doesn’t seem to work, your best bet is to get wallpaper stripper or paint stripper. After a few rotations of this, the entirety of the popcorn ceilings should come off and expose the drywall (or whatever was underneath it) with little to no residue. Then, wait a bit, spray it with the vinegar mixture again, and repeat. Scrape as much as you can and see how much comes off. Scrape away! After the vinegar has eaten away at the paint and popcorn materials, you can get a large scraper pole and put your back into it.Don’t let it sit too long it could end up hardening again, making it even more difficult to get everything off of the ceiling. The vinegar will break down the paint, which in turn will make it easier for the popcorn on your ceiling to come off. Mix the water and vinegar, pour into a spray bottle, and spray the mix on the ceiling. Most experts recommend two parts vinegar to ten parts water (so that you don’t end up making your entire space smell like a pickling room). It’ll help to keep them and you as safe as possible. Lay some drop cloths on the floor and make sure that your pets are going to be away from the room while you’re working. Move the furniture out of the room with the popcorn ceiling. Before you start, make sure you get a good respirator masks and protective safety goggles. It takes some extra care, time and muscle to get this done completely and correctly. There are some extra steps involved when you need to get rid of a popcorn ceiling that has already been painted over. Let’s take a closer look at some of the most common questions that arise about popcorn ceilings: home value, asbestos, removal, refinishing, and repainting. Whether you are considering painting the interior of your home yourself or hiring professional painting services, it is important to be informed and knowledgeable about your popcorn ceilings. In many cases, they were sprayed or painted on because the drywall and mudding job weren’t great but the texture hides the faults in the construction or renovation. Popcorn ceilings were often used in hallways and bedrooms due to their acoustic absorption and echo prevention. ![]() Also referred to as “textured ceilings” or “cottage cheese ceilings”, popcorn ceilings were once a popular feature in American suburbia that has been phased out of use due to changes in decor trends, the frequent presence of asbestos, and the tendency for allergens and dust to gather in the crevices of the texture. If you live in a home built or last renovated before the 1980s it’s quite likely that you have popcorn style ceilings. Removing an old popcorn ceiling and repainting it will likely improve your quality of life and increase your home’s value. ![]()
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