3 Common Myths about Popcorn Ceiling Removal

Popcorn ceilings were a real flash in the pan of interior design. When they were popular in the 1960s through the 1980s, they were everywhere. Construction teams loved them for their ability to hide flaws in drywall ceilings. Homeowners liked them for their novel texture and noise absorbing abilities. But as the years passed by, people started to realize that popcorn ceilings weren’t all they were popped up to be.

Still, some homeowners have stuck it out, resisting popcorn ceiling removal for one reason or another. Here are 3 of the most common myths about popcorn ceilings that may be causing you to cling to an outdated texture:

• The removal isn’t worth the money. Cost is always at the top of the list when it comes to reasons to avoid a home upgrade. At around $1 per square foot, the project can add up; but ultimately, removing popcorn ceilings can add hundreds of dollars to your resale value, if you ever decide to give up your home. What’s more, testing your ceilings for harmful substances can help save you money on doctor visits!

• Painting over them is a comparable solution. Ok, so this one isn’t quite a “myth,” but the Orlando popcorn removal team at New Ceilings advises homeowners to avoid painting popcorn ceilings. It may freshen the surface up, but if the time comes to change the texture, you’ll wind up spending much more on the project. Cleaning won’t get any easier, either.

• Popcorn removal leaves a bigger mess than you started with. No doubt about it: popcorn removal is a messy job for a DIYer. But if you hire a team of professionals to get the job done for you, they’ll be able to properly prepare the area (or areas) before they get started to minimize dust and make cleanup quick and easy. You won’t have to worry about drywall dust raining down on your furniture.

One of the greatest truths we know about popcorn removal is that now is the best time to get it done. You’ll find that retexturing your ceilings will make your rooms noticeably brighter and help reduce the amount of household allergens floating through your home. Ready to get a modern finish? Get in touch with the Orlando popcorn removal team at New Ceilings. Call 407-378-6040 to schedule your free consultation.