Popcorn Ceiling Removal: A Simple Guide For Homeowners In Ooltewah

Popcorn ceilings were once popular, but today most homeowners prefer a clean, modern look. If your ceiling has texture, here is what to know before you scrape, skim, and paint.

Why remove a popcorn ceiling

• Updates the look of any room fast
  
• Helps rooms feel brighter and taller
  
• Reduces dust traps and improves cleanability
  
• Increases buyer appeal during resale
  
  

What to check first

• Age of the home. Ceilings installed before the late 1980s may contain asbestos. Always test before disturbing material.
  
• Previous paint. Oil or glossy layers can make removal harder.
  
• Moisture history. Stains or repairs point to weak drywall that may need extra work.
  
  

Our step by step process

1. Site protection
   We cover floors and walls, seal vents, and isolate rooms to control dust.
   
2. Testing and prep
   If the home is older, we can coordinate third party testing. For safe, non asbestos ceilings, we pre wet the texture to soften it.
   
3. Removal
   We carefully scrape to avoid gouges, then let surfaces dry fully.
   
4. Repairs and skim coating
   We patch seams, screw pops, and skim coat for a smooth, paint ready finish.
   
5. Prime and paint
   High build primer locks down any residual dust. Two coats of quality ceiling paint finish the job.
   
   

How long it takes

Most single rooms are completed in 1 to 2 days. Whole floor or whole home projects vary with square footage and repair needs.

Aftercare

• Avoid heavy moisture for 48 hours
  
• Use a soft duster for first cleanings
  
• Consider low sheen paint to hide minor imperfections
  
  

Why choose Newman and Sons Painting

• Clean, contained setup that protects your home
  
• Experienced finishers who deliver smooth ceilings
  
• Clear pricing and timeline before work begins
  
• Local team serving Ooltewah, Collegedale, Apison, and nearby areas