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How to remove a popcorn ceiling

Do the scrape test Before you start removing the old popcorn texture, do a simple scrape test in a small area of the ceiling.
Popcorn ceilings are a common type of ceiling finish in homes built from the 1950s through the 1980s and later. They were quick to install, making them an affordable option for finishing a ceiling.
Ever glanced up and caught your popcorn ceiling looking like it's been chain-smoking in secret? Popcorn ceilings, while great at hiding imperfections and dampening sound, can be real dust and stain ...