Remove Popcorn Ceilings

We did some research online and saw that the best way to remove the popcorn was to get the ceiling wet before scraping it.

Remove popcorn ceilings. Move onto the next 3 x 3 squares of ceiling. Holding a putty knife at a 30 degree angle to the ceiling commence scraping the popcorn away. In this manner work your way around the room one.

We bought a new fertilizer sprayer to spray the ceiling they are fairly inexpensive. Remove the popcorn ceiling step 4. Using a gardener s portable hand sprayer also called a hudson sprayer to spray down portions of the wall.

Prepare the workspace step 3. Scrape cover with a new layer of drywall or skim coat with plaster to create a new textured ceiling. Removing popcorn ceiling can be a labor intensive process that is best left to a licensed professional to ensure safe removal.

Fill a spray bottle with warm water then spray one small section 10 square feet of ceiling at a. Only give it a light misting too much water could damage the drywall or loosen the joint tape. Use a garden sprayer to wet a four by four foot area of the ceiling.

A wet scrape is easier than a dry scrape. Remove the popcorn ceiling 1. After a few more minutes get up on a stepladder and scrape the popcorn off with a ceiling texture scraper.

Gather tools and materials step 2. For easier scraping and practically no dust during popcorn ceiling removal use a garden pump sprayer to mist the ceiling and let it soak in for about 15 minutes before scraping. Remove furniture from the space or move it to the center of the space and cover with plastic sheeting.