3 Things You Can’t Do if You Have Popcorn Ceilings

By now, you’re probably getting the feeling that we aren’t big fans of popcorn ceiling texture. Of course, we understand that fashion and interior design trends come and go with the seasons, but popcorn texture outstayed its welcome years ago. While some people may choose to simply leave it alone, our team at New Ceilings always stresses the many benefits of a popcorn-free life.

To further drive our point home, our team of Tampa popcorn removal experts has compiled a list of things you can’t do if you have popcorn ceilings. Here are our top three responses:

• You can’t paint your ceiling. Ok, so this point isn’t entirely true–many people choose to paint their popcorn ceilings a different color to help spruce them up (and to hide the fact that they’re popcorn ceilings). However, painting popcorn is a very difficult task when it comes to achieving a smooth, even coat; furthermore, painting over your popcorn can make the removal process extremely tedious when you decide to go through with it. We highly recommend transitioning to a smooth or a skip-trowel ceiling before you decide to experiment with color.

• It’s a real pain to hang things from your ceiling. Of course, you’ve already got your ceiling lights and fans installed, so you may think that hanging other decorations is really no big deal, right? Wrong. When you’re hanging streamers for a party, you may find your tape doesn’t want to stick in the face of the dust that tends to collect on popcorn, and using staples or tacks can cause texture to shower down in little piles of dust. Not only is this annoying, but it can also be dangerous if you haven’t had your ceiling tested for asbestos.

• You can’t sell your home for its full value. Since popcorn ceilings are outdated and some are potentially carcinogenic, having popcorn ceilings throughout your home tends to lower your property value. This point doesn’t ring true if the popcorn is confined just to your closets or a few small areas, but many modern buyers are turned off by the texture when searching for their dream homes. Opt for smooth ceilings for the ultimate buyer appeal.

As you can see, having popcorn ceilings in your home not only looks tacky, it can also bring up a number of issues for you and your family. Instead of dealing with them day by day, why not give your home an upgrade with the help of the Tampa popcorn removal experts at New Ceilings? To learn more or to schedule your free consultation, give us a call at (407) 378-6040 today.