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System 1 Interiors
4.8(
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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
1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by91%of homeowners
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Mg drywall usa
5.0(
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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
4.9(
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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%
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Silverlake Painting & Decorating
4.4(
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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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+36

Response time3 hrs
Response rate91%
Recommended by92%of homeowners
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Popcorn Ceilings FAQs, answered by experts

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.”

Knockdown hides imperfections better than orange peel due to its thicker, more varied pattern. The valleys and peaks make flaws less visible under lighting. However, note that knockdown walls will collect more dust and dirt, so be prepared to wipe them away more frequently than you would with orange peel.

When steaming falls short, consider utilizing a commercial texture remover tailored for popcorn ceiling removal. Adhere closely to the manufacturer's guidelines and conduct a preliminary test in an inconspicuous spot to verify compatibility with your ceiling. This specialized product offers an alternative solution for stubborn texture removal, potentially streamlining the process while safeguarding the integrity of your ceiling surface. Remember, products like these may be high-VOC, so wear protective gear.

Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The cost to install a beadboard ceiling averages more than $5,000, but you likely will pay more than the average for the installer to deal with the asbestos safely. Installing a beadboard ceiling or new drywall will disturb the asbestos and release some microscopic fibers, so the installer will need to take precautions. 

Yes, you just may need to add an extra coat or two of primer to already painted ceilings. This will help mask the old paint and give you a fresh canvas on which to add your new texture.

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