Can you paint over popcorn ceilings?
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Comments (9)I just did the popcorn ceiling in our den as a test for DIY (had the kitchen and FR done as part of a total kitchen gut) and it was surprisingly easy, but tiring on the arms. The popcorn came down really easily, but I spent the next few evenings after work touching up holes with joint compound and sanding. It was definitely worth it in the end and even though we didn't do crown, I imagine doing crown over the popcorn might be tough or not look as good due to gaps. Maddielee's suggestion to remove the area just by the crown might be a nice compromise, but I say - go for it....See MoreCeiling tile OVER popcorn ceiling? Anyone tried this?
Comments (13)Hey there -- I'm not a ceiling person but I have tackled stucco and popcorn ceilings two different ways. #1: The drop ceiling grid (as people have mentioned and you mentioned) is relatively easy, affordable and not messy. You will loose anywhere from an inch to two inches for the drop grid and of course you have to buy the framing and tiles you want. I've done one ceiling with black frames and high-end marbled acoustic tiles (also including lighting) and I've done a huge basement with silver framing and tin tiles -- both fabulous. #2: Cheapest and quickest way to cover popcorn is paint, paint and more paint. I would use a large nappy roller and lather it on, two heavy coats and maybe a third. The popcorn effect will diminish with each coat. New drywall is the absolute best and most comprehensive fix. I would investigate, however, why the popcorn finish was used in the first place (very important). Often this technique is used on uneven surfaces, really large areas, commercial use areas, track subdivisions, etc. I'd advise you against knocking off the points with either scraping or sanding. You will experience chips and clumps falling down. Popcorn finishes have a composite mixed in with the paint for adhesion to its primary surface (either vermiculite or polystyrene). Once you start the chipping or sanding you will have to go down to the bare, bare surface and then patch, paint anyway. Going completely over what is in place now with a drop ceiling or paint -- or pulling the primary surface down and dry-walling is they way to go. Even nailing into that textured surface or trying to "glue" something to it will cause the cracking, chipping, clumping and it will not be secure. My two cents -- good luck....See MoreWall color paint on popcorn ceiling. Help
Comments (2)You could just repaint the ceiling ... or get the popcorn removed and then repaint it. Be aware that popcorn ceilings can contain asbestos; the stuff is harmless unless disturbed, but if the popcorn is going to be removed, you'd want to have it tested to assure proper, safe removal....See MoreInstalling wood planks over vaulted popcorn ceiling
Comments (13)I know it seems like these shortages will never end, but if you can wait, I'd wait until the material that is best for the job is available. Even common things like concrete driveways and pavers are crazy expensive and in short supply due to the pandemic. My very trusted landscape designer who I've used for many hardscape projects told me to wait until next year to replace my disastrous driveway as pavers, concrete and labor are just too expensive or unavailable right now. Which I'm sure why you felt the quote for your work was comically high. It just is what it is right now. If you can wait, wait for the right material, whatever that is. Don't make a choice you'll long regret due to self imposed pressure to get 'er done....See Moresierraeast
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