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Avatar for R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance
R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

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My Name is RJ Williams (Owner/Carpenter) with R-Dubs Remodeling & Property Maintenance LLC, where we are here to provide various services for your most important and expensive investment. I have been remodeling homes starting with a flooring career, to windows & doors, kitchens & bathrooms and more. We pride ourselves on our care for our clients (communication & Cleanliness), competitive pricing, attention to details, and virtual (hassle-free) estimate/booking process.

Gary's Painting and Small Repairs
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

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"We are extremely pleased with the work Gary has done on our kitchen cabinets. He is highly knowledgeable about the process and answered all of our many questions. He was very punctual, professional and honestly priced. Our cabinets were original to the house (20 years) and were an oak color, needing an upgrade. We asked Gary to paint them white to give the kitchen a more open feel. He allowed us to pick the exact color we wanted and he took care of purchasing the products. We will absolutely be calling Gary for our next painting project! No money was required upfront and he followed through even once completed ensuring we were 100% pleased with the end results."
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Signature Finishes
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 2014

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

I pride my company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. I have many years in home remodeling and will do my best to keep you as educated as I can on your particular task or project. I am looking forward to earning your business!

Response time12 hrs
Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Flawless Painting
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"They did a fabulous job. They were very professional, they did high quality work, they were punctual and they knew how to paint, they've prep the house and did caulking work to prepare the house for painting. We've used 3 different colors of paint, and the outcome was fabulous and we couldn't ask for more. They did a very intricate work and the house looks a million dollar house after the work was completed, and we got lots of complements about their work. They also did the concrete foundation and the color for it. We highly recommend the company to anyone."
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PARLOR CITY DRYWALL & PAINTING, Inc.
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Popcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or RemovePopcorn Acoustic Ceiling Texture - Apply, Repair or Remove - For Business

Serving Ithaca, NY and surrounding areas

In business since 1984

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"We hired Parlor City to do a re-do of our main living area. It included redoing all the drywall, painting, applying shiplap on a feature wall and constructing 2 large beams for the ceiling. We're very happy with the finished product, especially with the wooden beams. All of the workers were attentive to details and to our wishes, especially the carpenter, Chris, who is a fine craftsman. The only issue we had was that due to some scheduling problems, the project went on a little longer than expected. We would definitely hire Parlor City for any jobs in the future!"
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Popcorn Ceilings questions, answered by experts

It depends on the type of texture you’re adding but yes, you can often use a roller to texturize a ceiling. The roller needs to be able to hold enough medium to create some relief on the ceiling but not so much that gravity will pull it off before it dries. Using a roller with a nap between ½” and ¾” will allow the roller to hold enough material to do the trick.

Because of the nature of the texture, it's common for the popcorn texture to loosen while painting. Popcorn ceilings are delicate, and using a heavy hand with a roller or applying overly wet paint can loosen the texture. To avoid a mess, handle the material gently with a roller or brush. It's also smart to test a small area first, and if the texture starts coming off, the ceiling may need repairs or sealing before painting.

Popcorn ceilings have fallen out of popularity due to their outdated appearance, difficult maintenance, and potential health risks. Ceilings installed before the 1990s may contain asbestos, which poses a serious health hazard if disturbed. As design trends have shifted towards sleeker, more modern finishes, many homeowners now favor smoother ceilings that offer a cleaner look and easier upkeep.

However, popcorn ceilings do offer some benefits, such as acoustic dampening and the ability to hide imperfections. Some people also appreciate their retro charm or find them to be a cost-effective option. Ultimately, whether a popcorn ceiling is 'bad' depends on personal preference, safety concerns, and the overall aesthetic of the home.

If your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos, you must hire a professional asbestos removal company to handle the disposal. If your popcorn ceiling does not have asbestos, you can call a popcorn ceiling removal specialist to handle the job. Otherwise, you can hire a drywall or painting professional to handle the job, depending on what you need done.

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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