Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Popcorn Ceiling Removal Services


Why remove popcorn finishing from your ceilings?

We would love to give one definitive answer for this, but the truth is there are many different reasons to have your old popcorn ceiling removed. These older style ceilings which are also commonly referred to as textured, and even cottage cheese ceilings, were all the craze for houses being built from the 1970's to 90's. But as time has gone on there have been many negative effects to these styles of ceiling finishes that have been realized. We'll cover these reasons, and we will also get you informed on the different options there are to have them removed. If you have an older popcorn ceiling that you are tired of looking at then please contact us today! Our team can also provide painting with our services too, but for painters near me in Windsor, ON feel free to contact our friends! We're here to refresh your space and get rid of that old "cottage cheese" look from your ceiling!


-To Remove Potential Threat of Asbestos

Yes unfortunately this is true. Prior to 1980 popcorn ceilings were actually formulated with the added ingredient of asbestos. If the popcorn finish on the top of your rooms were done sometime in the 70's then there is a very high chance that they contain asbestos. Be sure not to remove this on your own. The dangers around asbestos are extremely harmful.


-Better Lighting

Having all these little bumps and lumps all across your ceilings actually brings a very negative effect to the lighting. Rather than having the light in the room reflect cleanly off of a flat surface, it is being staggered across the popcorn finish and causes odd shadows instead of clean lighting.


-Stop the Buildup of Dust

We've all seen this before, try as we may to ignore the dangling piece of dust from your ceiling, it is still there. The textured finish at the top of your rooms are an ideal place for dust to collect, and what makes it even worse is how hard it is to clean that dust without causing little popcorn kettles to fall all over your floor!


-Put an End to Discoloration

Over time ceilings that have a textured finish will gradually discolor. This can be an extremely difficult eyesore to endure, no matter how clean and tidy you keep your rooms, the off colored ceilings will bring a dingy look to the space.


-Create a More Modern Look

If nothing else popcorn ceilings look utterly old and uninviting. Having a fresh, flat surface on the ceilings of your rooms brings an incredibly new and appealing feel to the environment of these spaces.

We would love to give one definitive answer for this, but the truth is there are many different reasons to have your old popcorn ceiling removed. These older style ceilings which are also commonly referred to as textured, and even cottage cheese ceilings, were all the craze for houses being built from the 1970's to 90's. But as time has gone on there have been many negative effects to these styles of ceiling finishes that have been realized. We'll cover these reasons, and we will also get you informed on the different options there are to have them removed. If you have an older popcorn ceiling that you are tired of looking at then please contact us today! We're here to refresh your space and get rid of that old "cottage cheese" look from your ceiling!


-To Remove Potential Threat of Asbestos

Yes unfortunately this is true. Prior to 1980 popcorn ceilings were actually formulated with the added ingredient of asbestos. If the popcorn finish on the top of your rooms were done sometime in the 70's then there is a very high chance that they contain asbestos. Be sure not to remove this on your own. The dangers around asbestos are extremely harmful.


-Better Lighting

Having all these little bumps and lumps all across your ceilings actually brings a very negative effect to the lighting. Rather than having the light in the room reflect cleanly off of a flat surface, it is being staggered across the popcorn finish and causes odd shadows instead of clean lighting.


-Stop the Buildup of Dust

We've all seen this before, try as we may to ignore the dangling piece of dust from your ceiling, it is still there. The textured finish at the top of your rooms are an ideal place for dust to collect, and what makes it even worse is how hard it is to clean that dust without causing little popcorn kettles to fall all over your floor!


-Put an End to Discoloration

Over time ceilings that have a textured finish will gradually discolor. This can be an extremely difficult eyesore to endure, no matter how clean and tidy you keep your rooms, the off colored ceilings will bring a dingy look to the space.


-Create a More Modern Look

If nothing else popcorn ceilings look utterly old and uninviting. Having a fresh, flat surface on the ceilings of your rooms brings an incredibly new and appealing feel to the environment of these spaces.



Refresh the feel and atmosphere of your rooms by getting rid of that old popcorn ceiling. The new, contemporary look will be sure to make your space more visually and sentimentally attractive.




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Removing popcorn ceiling from the top area of your rooms can soon become a very hectic procedure if the proper protocols are not in place. When performing this task on your own, be sure to make the right preparations and take care of your due diligence before commencing. Alternatively, the pros at London Drywallers are standing by, please don't hesitate to contact us today.




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How to remove popcorn ceilings

When deciding to remove the texture of your old ceiling, it's important to know exactly how you would like this procedure to be carried out as there are a few options.

When deciding to remove the texture of your old ceiling, it's important to know exactly how you would like this procedure to be carried out as there are a few options.

  • The first option is to completely scrape off the old finishing using a drywall knife. This choice can become extremely messy and dirty very quickly. This also leaves room for the potential of damaging the surface of the ceiling underneath the popcorn finish. Once the entire ceiling has been carefully scraped, it will then need to be sanded and painted to look fresh again.



  • Another choice is to completely replace the ceiling that is there. This of course is much more labor intensive and must be carried out by professionals. This route also has the option of taking out the old ceiling and installing new plasterboard sheets, or the new drywall sheets can be installed directly on top of the existing popcorn finished ceiling.




The first option is to completely scrape off the old finishing using a drywall knife. This choice can become extremely messy and dirty very quickly. This also leaves room for the potential of damaging the surface of the ceiling underneath the popcorn finish. Once the entire ceiling has been carefully scraped, it will then need to be sanded and painted to look fresh again.



Another choice is to completely replace the ceiling that is there. This of course is much more labor intensive and must be carried out by professionals. This route also has the option of taking out the old ceiling and installing new plasterboard sheets, or the new drywall sheets can be installed directly on top of the existing popcorn finished ceiling.



These options all carry with them different benefits as well as varying cost implications. Whichever option is needed by our customers, our experienced team of drywall contractors are sure to bring the finish and look that you desire for your ceilings. If you have any questions regarding the process of removing old popcorn ceilings then please contact us today. Our team would love to discuss your project with you.

These options all carry with them different benefits as well as varying cost implications. Whichever option is needed by our customers, our experienced team of drywall contractors are sure to bring the finish and look that you desire for your ceilings. If you have any questions regarding the process of removing old popcorn ceilings then please contact us today. Our team would love to discuss your project with you.

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Asbestos Health and Safety

Asbestos is considered a carcinogenic material that can cause cancer. When removing older popcorn ceilings there is a potential that the dust from these finishes could spread throughout your home or business. It is crucial that the dust containing asbestos does not get into your vents, or onto your furniture. If you have a popcorn ceiling that was finished prior to 1980 that you would like removed then please contact the professionals at London Drywallers.

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