What Is a Popcorn Ceiling and Why is it a Problem?

Popcorn ceilings have bumpy, cottage cheese-like textures and a pronounced visibility. Popcorn texture was and somewhat still is a common texture style for ceilings in homes during the building process. The reason builders use it is to hide flaws and provide sound dampening.

Popcorn removal is a process where an expert popcorn removal contractor such as Grand Forks Drywall will use special techniques and tools to remove the popcorn and then replace it with a lighter, more modern looking texture or smooth style.

Grand Forks Drywall has extensive experience with popcorn removal and applying new, more modern looking textures to your ceiling.

Grand Forks Drywall – Expertise

There are several reasons why people decide to remove popcorn texture from their ceilings:

A more contemporary look: Popcorn texture can be distracting and if it was put on too heavy, it can really detract from the look of a room.

Air Quality: Popcorn ceilings trap allergens, dirt, and especially dust, which in turn can severely impact the air quality of your home. Therefore, many homeowners choose Grand Forks Drywall popcorn removal services not only for the aesthetic value, but also to make their home a healthier environment.

Removing popcorn makes it easier clean your ceilings. Less dirt gets trapped and collects inside the rough edges of the popcorn texture.

Why choose our company?

Grand Forks Drywall has developed its expertise in popcorn removal by successfully completing many similar jobs. When you choose our drywall company, you can expect:

Expert removal techniques.

Every ceiling is different, and we are not able to always use the same approach. Removal techniques range from hard work and elbow grease to expensive sanding and texture removal tools, depending on the thickness of the texture how many time the ceiling has been painted.

Thoughtful consultation

Grand Forks Drywall listens to our customers to determine the desired outcome for your popcorn removal project. We work with you to achieve your vision.

Clean and safe

Grand Forks Drywall maintains a clean and safe work environment with special attention paid to minimizing dust and debris.

When choosing us as your drywall contractor, you are hiring experience and quality, and a company that wants to earn your business for years to come.

Popcorn Removal Grand Forks Process

· Asses the area from where you would like popcorn removed to determine appropriate removal technique.

· Communicate with the customer to determine what type of look you want to replace the existing popcorn ceiling.

· Cover the floors, walls and furniture to protect them from dust and debris. If needed, we close off areas to adjacent rooms and hallways to minimize dust and debris from escaping the work area.

· Skillfully remove the popcorn from the ceiling using solutions and tools as determined in the assessment stage of the process.

· Repairs and smoothing: Grand Forks Drywall will then make any necessary repairs and smooth out areas of the ceiling for a uniform look.

· Apply new finish – after the customer has chosen their desired new finish, we apply the new texture or finish as well as prime and paint the area to match the existing areas of the house or a color of your choosing.