Prep and Repair
Popcorn Ceiling Removal and Retexturing
Popcorn texture collects dust and dates a room. We protect the room, remove or skim the texture, repair and re-texture or leave smooth, then prime and paint.
- Best forLiving rooms, bedrooms and whole-house ceilings
- Typical rhythmTwo to five days
- TeamCrew with scrapers and sheeting
- Pairs well withCeiling painting and drywall repair
What you get
What popcorn ceiling removal and retexturing includes
- 1Room sealedPlastic and tape contain dust.
- 2Test firstOlder ceilings are tested before work starts.
- 3Smooth or texturedChoose flat, knockdown or orange peel.
- 4Painted afterA clean, bright ceiling coat follows.
How it goes
From the first visit to the finished surface
- 1Test and planWe check the ceiling and plan containment.
- 2ProtectThe room is sealed.
- 3Remove or skimTexture is scraped and smoothed.
- 4PaintCeilings are primed and painted.
Good fit when
Is popcorn ceiling removal and retexturing right for you?
- Your ceilings are bumpy and dusty
- You want a modern look
- You are selling
- You have stains to cover
Questions
About popcorn ceiling removal and retexturing
Is popcorn ceiling removal safe?
Older ceilings may contain materials that need testing. We recommend testing and follow local rules before disturbing a ceiling.
Can you re-texture instead of making it smooth?
Yes, knockdown and orange peel are popular alternatives.
Related services
Often paired with this
Ceiling PaintingBright, even ceilings with no roller marks, drips or yellow stains.See the service 
Drywall Repair and PatchingHoles, cracks and dents made to disappear before paint goes on.See the service 
Interior House PaintingSmooth walls, crisp edges and color you love, room by room or the whole home.See the service Where we work
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