Q: How do I keep my popcorn ceiling looking like new after a DIY cleaning?

• <div><p>Popcorn ceilings can be relatively easy to keep clean with regular maintenance. Avoid exposing it to smoke if possible&mdash;popcorn ceilings tend to collect stains from smoke, including those from cigarettes or cooking. With proper care, you can clean your popcorn ceiling anywhere from every six months to a year&mdash;or as needed.</p></div>

Q: Why are popcorn ceilings considered bad or unpopular?

• <div><p>Popcorn ceilings have fallen out of popularity for several reasons, though opinions on them can vary. The primary drawbacks include an outdated appearance, difficulty with cleaning and maintenance, and potential health risks, as ceilings installed before the 1990s may contain asbestos. As design trends have shifted toward sleeker, more modern finishes, many homeowners now prefer smooth ceilings for their clean look and easier upkeep. However, popcorn ceilings do offer some benefits, such as excellent acoustic properties for noise reduction and the ability to hide imperfections. Some also appreciate their retro charm or find them to be a cost-effective solution. Ultimately, whether they are &quot;bad&quot; depends on personal preference, safety concerns, and aesthetic goals.</p></div>

Q: What is the easiest way to remove texture from walls?

• <div><p>The easiest way to remove texture from walls is the soak-and-scrape method. You&rsquo;ll need to spray a section of the wall with water and let the water soak in and soften the texture. Then, you need to scrape the texture off using a drywall taping knife. This method works best with unpainted walls since paint prevents water from saturating the textured joint compound.</p></div>

Q: What is the fastest way to paint popcorn ceilings?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-to-use-paint-sprayer.htm">Using a paint sprayer</a> is the most effective method for painting popcorn ceilings, and it's why professionals choose <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/spraying-vs-rolling-paint.htm">spraying versus rolling paint</a>. The sprayer simplifies the challenges of painting the texture. However, we don&rsquo;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.</p></div>

Q: Is it safe to cover an asbestos popcorn ceiling?

• <div><p>Some pros may recommend covering a popcorn ceiling that tests positive for asbestos with beadboard ceiling planks or drywall. The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/cost-to-install-beadboard-over-popcorn-ceiling.htm">cost to install a beadboard ceiling</a> 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. </p></div>

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It went really good. Marisol is very thorough and I am very pleased. She went beyond what I expected. She cleaned from the base boards to the ceiling fans. My house looks and feels and smells great! 🙏🏽
Ochoa Specialty Cleaning
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Reviewed in February 2024
I cannot express what a perfect job Alexis and Jose did for me. My ceilings are clean, smooth and beautiful! Not only is their work outstanding but they are two of the kindest people I’ve ever met. They went above and beyond to help me and I cannot recommend them highly enough! If you want a...
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Reviewed in January 2024
I have vaulted ceilings and many companies wanted to charge an inflated amount as a result. I was on a tight budget, but also needed to have the walls painted because the previous painter did a terrible job. Francoâ s Coating Solutions was different. They made recommendations and helped me...
Franco's Coating Solutions
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Reviewed in March 2022
If I could give them 0 stars I would. I called and spoke to Eric about a quote on a deep clean of my house. I told him the total square footage, number of bedrooms and bathrooms, and how many pets I had. When he came with his team of three people today (2 of which looked to maybe be high...
Diamond Janitorial
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Reviewed in July 2021
I hired Jack and Sean to add a new ceiling fan junction box to the front living room. Jack responded quickly and by late afternoon we had worked out a deal for the job. The following day Sean and Antonio arrived early in the day to complete the work. They arrived on time in good spirits and...
Good Guy Electric and Solar
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Reviewed in October 2018
We originally tried to pull out the canister ceiling fixture ourselves, encountered issues, and finally realized we needed a professional. Gil gave us a reasonable quote and came back later on in the afternoon. It turned out to be a more difficult job than intended, because the canister...
Cabrera Duston Inc
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Reviewed in October 2018
We originally tried to pull out the canister ceiling fixture ourselves, encountered issues, and finally realized we needed a professional. Gil gave us a reasonable quote and came back later on in the afternoon. It turned out to be a more difficult job than intended, because the canister...
Cabrera Duston, Inc.
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Reviewed in June 2018
She broke things and not wanting to fix it. She broke ceiling fan and two expensive vacuum cleaners and did not want to pay for it. When she break something she need to man up and pay for it. She should have paid it.
Alicia's Housekeeping
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Reviewed in December 2017
Over the last ten years John McCabe has been my go to person for all my fix it needs. He seems to know how to fix every thing! I don't know what I would do without him! Here is a list of what he has fixed for me... 1. A very broken garage door. 2. My fence including the door latch and...
McCabe's Repairs - License Not Yet Provided
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Reviewed in June 2017
Thomas came to give me an estimate on installing insulation on a family room ceiling. We set a time for an appointment. Thomas was on time and called when he was on this way. After look at the room and discussing what I was looking for, Thomas didn't think the integrity of the ceiling was such...
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"Cesar did an excellent job of painting the inside of my house from the ceiling, walls to the baseboards. He was reliable, helpful, and a pleasure to have around . Cesar is honest, trustworthy, and cares about the quality of his work and making sure that his clients are happy and satisfied. I can’t talk highly enough about him.I would definitely recommend him and have already done so."

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"They did a great job, you would never know My ceiling had a leak. They were very reasonable and clean up the area very nicely. Appreciate there work and they were polite and respectful."

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"The work done by Mario is amazing. He is very professional, honest, and he responds quickly with quotes and questions. I had a fence put in my backyard and it's beautiful. I have rehired him multiple times for the remodel of my house. He has installed gates, wood flooring, closed off a room, installed doors, concrete work, and installed carpet in my guest house. I will forever rehire Mario when needed."

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"Mike did a great job repairing the skirting around our old mobile home. We were on a budget and had limited time. He made it happen with short notice. Will definitely be calling him back for our next project!"

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Popcorn Ceilings questions, answered by experts

Popcorn ceilings can be relatively easy to keep clean with regular maintenance. Avoid exposing it to smoke if possible—popcorn ceilings tend to collect stains from smoke, including those from cigarettes or cooking. With proper care, you can clean your popcorn ceiling anywhere from every six months to a year—or as needed.

Popcorn ceilings have fallen out of popularity for several reasons, though opinions on them can vary. The primary drawbacks include an outdated appearance, difficulty with cleaning and maintenance, and potential health risks, as ceilings installed before the 1990s may contain asbestos. As design trends have shifted toward sleeker, more modern finishes, many homeowners now prefer smooth ceilings for their clean look and easier upkeep. However, popcorn ceilings do offer some benefits, such as excellent acoustic properties for noise reduction and the ability to hide imperfections. Some also appreciate their retro charm or find them to be a cost-effective solution. Ultimately, whether they are "bad" depends on personal preference, safety concerns, and aesthetic goals.

The easiest way to remove texture from walls is the soak-and-scrape method. You’ll need to spray a section of the wall with water and let the water soak in and soften the texture. Then, you need to scrape the texture off using a drywall taping knife. This method works best with unpainted walls since paint prevents water from saturating the textured joint compound.

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.

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.

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