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System 1 Interiors
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1978

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"Pedro did a great job at repairing my drywall and removing popcorn from my ceiling. The team at System 1 Interiors is very professional and is genuinely interested in doing a good job for its customers. I highly recommend this company."
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Response time2 days
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Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Mg drywall usa
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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"I hired MG Drywall to repair ceilings after doing electrical work. Miguel is great. He is very fast. Miguel and his crew did a lot of work. Hanging drywall, complete skim coat on the ceiling and texture. The results are great. Would never know any work was done. I highly recommend MG Drywall and would not hesitate to use them again. Thank you for a fantastic job"
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Lee's drywall and plaster repair
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1987

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Mr. Lee was first contacted mid-morning and conducted the estimate before lunch. He returned after lunch (as promised) and repaired a 2' drywall tape separation near the top of my vaulted ceiling (about 20' up). He noticed other minor drywall imperfections around the house and promptly repaired those as well for the original price. He was prompt, courteous, reasonably priced, friendly and professional. He takes great pride in his work. Can't recommend him highly enough!"
Response time12 hrs
Response rate100%
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Silverlake Painting & Decorating
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving El Monte, CA and surrounding areas

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In business since 1999

Free estimates

Small jobs welcome

"Silverlake Painting and Decor recently removed the popcorn ceiling in my condo. I am extremely pleased with the job they did . Very professional, from getting the bid, to the completition of the job. They pay attention to detail and do a first class job. I would highly recommend this co. Ricardo and Wilbur and their team will impress you!"
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Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Popcorn Ceilings questions, answered by experts

Textured walls are a great way to hide imperfections left over by drywall installation, but many homeowners feel like it’s an outdated look, despite there being so many types of drywall texture. And while the textured walls of today are a far cry from the popcorn ceilings and faux stucco of our grandmother’s homes, if you want a more modern look or you want to install wallpaper, it’s time to smooth out your walls.

The timeline varies from a few hours to two days, depending on room size, texture complexity, and removal difficulty.

In most cases, it is worth removing popcorn ceilings because they are considered outdated and can make a home more difficult to sell. Buyers typically prefer a smooth, modern finish, so removing the texture can increase a home's value and appeal. The necessity can sometimes depend on the housing market; in a competitive market, buyers may be more willing to overlook minor renovations. The most critical factor is the potential presence of asbestos, which is common in older popcorn ceilings and poses a significant health hazard if the material deteriorates. If you know your ceiling contains asbestos, you are required to disclose this when selling, which can be a major deterrent for buyers. In this situation, it is highly recommended to have a professional remove or encapsulate the ceiling to resolve the issue before it impacts the sale.

If your popcorn ceiling is asbestos-free and you are ready for a new look, painting is an option. As long as there is no flaking or other wear, a new coat of paint might be just the thing to refresh the old ceiling. The best way to paint a popcorn ceiling is to use either a paint sprayer or a thick roller to cover the popcorn texture fully. (Do not forget to dust it off beforehand!)

“Note that if you eventually want to remove the popcorn ceiling, a painted ceiling is a labor-intensive job to remove and will cost more,” says Bob Tschudi. “Once painted, the process of removing the popcorn ceiling requires physical scraping as opposed to a spray-and-scrape approach. It’s very labor-intensive, and thus more costly.”

Using a paint sprayer is the most effective method for painting popcorn ceilings, and it's why professionals choose spraying versus rolling paint. The sprayer simplifies the challenges of painting the texture. However, we don’t recommend that DIYers try to use a sprayer indoors as it could make a significant mess. Using a paint roller on a ladder is the easiest option that results in much less mess.

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