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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.

Yes, in most cases, it’s worth it to remove popcorn ceilings. Popcorn ceiling textures are considered outdated, making it harder to sell. Removing the texture helps give homes a modern look. Additionally, homes with popcorn ceilings that contain asbestos pose health hazards. It’s best to remove asbestos to prevent long-term side effects.

Ceilings with a smooth finish are more appealing to homeowners, but you don’t necessarily need to remove your popcorn ceiling even though it adds value to your home. The exception is if you have an older home. Older popcorn ceilings may contain asbestos, which becomes a health hazard if the ceiling deteriorates. In this case, you should remove your popcorn ceiling or encapsulate it.

Although texturing walls may not seem like a lengthy project, you’ll need to set aside between one and five days to complete it properly. The exact amount will depend on the scope of your project—one room will take less than a whole-house project. That will give you enough time for tasks that are time-consuming in and of themselves, like taping wall edges, priming the walls and letting them dry fully, and actually applying the texture and top or base paint coats.