POPCORN CEILING REMOVAL
Benefits of Popcorn Ceiling Removal
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Modern Aesthetic Appeal
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Cleaner, Sleeker Finish
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Reduces Dust Accumulation
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Prevents Mold Growth
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Simplified Cleaning Process
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Less Ceiling Stains
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Increased Buyer interest
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Eliminates Ceiling Shadows
Popcorn Ceiling Removal
Popcorn ceilings, once a popular design choice in the mid-20th century, have since fallen out of favor due to their dated appearance and several potential health risks. The textured surface of popcorn ceilings tends to trap dust, allergens, and even mold, making it difficult to maintain a clean and healthy home environment. Over time, this buildup can not only affect air quality but also detract from the aesthetic appeal of your living space. Our popcorn ceiling removal service offers a hassle-free solution to rid your home of these outdated surfaces, instantly modernizing your interior.
7-Step Process for Removing Popcorn Ceilings, Refinishing, and Painting
1. Protecting Your Space
The first step is preparing the area. We take great care to protect your furniture, flooring, and belongings by covering everything with plastic sheeting and drop cloths. This ensures that no dust or debris affects your home during the process, leaving everything clean and tidy when we’re done.
2. Sealing and Prepping the Room
To contain the mess, we seal off the area using plastic barriers. Vents and light fixtures are carefully covered to prevent dust from spreading throughout your home. This step is key to maintaining a clean and controlled environment.
3. Wet Scrapping & Removal
Next, we lightly wet the popcorn ceiling to loosen the texture, making removal easier and minimizing dust. Using specialized tools, we carefully scrape away the popcorn texture, ensuring the underlying surface is left smooth and undamaged.
4. Repairing and Resealing the Ceiling
After the popcorn is removed, we inspect the ceiling for any imperfections, such as cracks or dents, and make necessary repairs. We then apply a skim coat or texture finish, depending on your preference, ensuring a flawless surface ready for painting.
5. Sanding for Smoothness
Once the repairs and refinishing are complete, we lightly sand the ceiling to create a smooth, even surface. This step ensures the ceiling is perfectly prepped for painting, leaving no bumps or ridges behind.
6. Choose Your Finish
After popcorn ceiling removal, achieving a truly smooth ceiling depends on both your budget and the condition of the existing drywall. At Sunshine Textures, we offer four levels of finishing, ranging from basic paint application to a high-end Level 5 finish.
7. Final Clean-Up & Inspection
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Our commitment to cleanliness doesn’t stop during the process. After the project is complete, we remove all protective coverings, clean up any dust or debris, and thoroughly inspect the space to ensure your satisfaction. We leave your home spotless, with a beautifully refinished ceiling.
Smooth Finish Options After Popcorn Ceiling Removal
After popcorn ceiling removal, achieving a truly smooth ceiling depends on both your budget and the condition of the existing drywall. At Sunshine Textures, we offer four levels of finishing, ranging from basic paint application to a high-end Level 5 finish. Each option provides a different level of refinement and is tailored to how cleanly the popcorn texture comes off the surface. If the ceiling was previously painted, the popcorn usually does not remove cleanly, requiring more advanced finishing like skim coating. Below, you’ll find a breakdown of each option, listed from the most affordable to the most premium.
Option 1: Basic Popcorn Removal + Paint
This is the most cost-effective option. After removing the popcorn texture, we simply paint the ceiling. However, this method depends heavily on how well the original drywall was prepped. If the drywall substrate wasn't finished smoothly during initial construction, imperfections may still be visible after painting. This is a budget-friendly approach, but not always ideal for a flawless appearance.
Option 2: Joint Re-Coating + Sanding + Paint
In this mid-range option, we remove the popcorn, re-coat all the joints (including seams and screw holes), and thoroughly sand the surface before painting. This extra step smooths transitions and improves overall uniformity, resulting in a noticeably cleaner, flatter ceiling without going into high-end finishes.
Option 3: Recommended Finish Re-Coating + Sanding + High-Build Primer
This is our recommended option. After popcorn removal, we re-coat and sand all ceiling joints, then apply a high-build drywall primer. This primer helps to equalize surface texture and porosity between the drywall face and joint compound areas—reducing common decorating issues like visible seams, uneven paint absorption, or highlighted flaws under natural light or glossy paints. The result is a more seamless, professional-looking finish.
(We use top-quality primers like USG Sheetrock® First Coat, specifically designed for these applications.)
Option 4: Level 5 Smooth Finish (Full Skim Coat)
The Level 5 Finish is the highest standard in drywall finishing. After removing the popcorn, we apply a full skim coat of joint compound across the entire ceiling and sand it to a perfectly smooth surface. This premium option is ideal for homeowners who want a flawless finish, especially in spaces with lots of natural light that might otherwise highlight surface inconsistencies. If you're aiming for perfection, this is the way to go.
This level of detail is especially recommended in high-end homes, remodels, or when using glossy or high-sheen paint that can expose every imperfection. Though it is the most labor-intensive and costly option, the result is a premium, showroom-quality ceiling that enhances the overall look and value of your home.
What Sets Sunshine Textures Inc. Apart from the competitors?
At Sunshine Textures Inc., we go above and beyond to provide top-tier service that stands out from the rest. We use only the best, industry-leading equipment to ensure precise, efficient results for every project. Our "No Mess Guarantee" means we take extra steps to protect your home, ensuring a clean and seamless experience from start to finish.
What truly sets us apart is the pride we take in our craftsmanship. Every project is treated with care and attention to detail, whether we're removing popcorn ceilings, installing new drywall, or perfecting finishes. Our team of experienced professionals is dedicated to delivering exceptional results that exceed your expectations. When you choose Sunshine Textures Inc., you’re choosing quality, cleanliness, and a company that values your satisfaction as much as the final outcome.
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"Superior quality workmanship! Courteous. Prompt. Fair. We remodeled half of our home about 3 years ago when we first moved in. We called Sunshine textures after we had several drywall companies try to repair/blend the new drywall in our home. Sunshine fixed all of the other contractors work and now there is no evidence of any drywall repairs. This year we remodeled the other half of our home. We called Sunshine Textures right away! It can be really difficult blending new drywall with old drywall but they did an amazing job. You cannot tell what was renovated. Everything just looks new! If you need drywall work, this is the company to call."
