How Do You Remove “Popcorn” Texture From A Ceiling?
The following article will show you how to effectively remove popcorn texture from your ceiling. Many modern day home owners desire a smooth surface ceiling or one that is textured in something other than popcorn texture which became very popular in the 70’s. You can do this yourself and save a load of money – it just takes some time and lots of elbow grease. Please keep in mind before you start that your ceiling material should be tested for asbestos if you currently have popcorn texture and your home is an older home. You can find certified asbestos professionals that will come collect it and send the sample off for testing in the yellow pages under “Asbestos – Consulting and Testing” or call the EPA at 202-554-1404. If your ceiling is found to contain asbestos, do not touch it, leave it alone! You will need to go another route. Also, if your popcorn texture has been painted, you are going to have a more difficult time removing it. Begin by removing all furniture and other items from
