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Popcorn Ceiling Removal (CT ceiling texture services)

Have you ever tried dusting cobwebs off a popcorn ceiling? How about wiping away a small smear or splatter? If you have, you'll know that popcorn ceiling texture was never designed for effective cleaning. In fact, if you wanted to design the perfect anti-cleaning surface that would absorb stains, smear cobwebs and generally look terrible, popcorn ceilings would probably fit the bill! It's no wonder Connecticut homeowners often ask us about popcorn ceiling removal.

Should I Get My Ceiling Texture Removed?

Popcorn ceiling texture could be compared to your appendix; modern science still hasn't figured out why it exists! Fortunately, like the appendix, popcorn ceiling texture can be removed, and with far less pain and inconvenience! (Just don't try getting your health insurance to pay for it!)

Here are some reasons why you may want to get your popcorn ceiling removed:
  • You occasionally look up while inside your home
  • You care about how your home interior looks
  • You are considering selling your home
  • You want to stay in your home
  • Your ceiling looks outdated, dirty or just plain ugly
Here are some reasons you may want to keep your popcorn ceiling:

How to Remove Popcorn Ceiling Texture

Removing popcorn ceiling texture in ConnecticutRemoving your popcorn ceiling texture is a job that can be done by the DIY homeowner. As long as it has never been painted over, the texture is very absorbent. This means you can spray it with a bit of water, and it becomes mushy and easy to remove with a putty knife. Just make sure you have put tarps or plastic down, since this can be a messy affair! We recommend soaking one area at a time, maybe 3 or 4 feet square, and then letting it sit for a few minutes before scraping.

After the texture is removed, you will have a bare drywall ceiling. This will need to be lightly washed to ensure all the texture is removed, then it will probably require some taping and patching. Once the new drywall compound is dried and sanded, you are ready for primer and paint!

Caution: There May Be Asbestos!

Homes built from the 1950's to the early 1980's often had asbestos in the popcorn ceiling texture. If your home is in this category, we recommend you seek a professional's opinion regarding removal. Connecticut law has strict regulations regarding any procedure that involves disturbing asbestos.

The Easiest Way to Get Rid of Popcorn Ceiling Texture

For a foolproof, hassle-free experience with ridding your home of popcorn texture, simply call a professional house painting contractor. Residents of Central Connecticut can rely on Southington Painting for a pleasant texture removal experience and fantastic results. Contact us by phone or online if you have any questions or if you want to schedule an estimate.

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