Ready to renovate? A layer of paint can work wonders, providing even the oldest of homes with a fresh, new appearance. If you’re hiring interior painting contractors, it’s a good idea to remove outdated popcorn ceilings before the painting service even begins, preparing them for a modern makeover. Here’s a look at how to do it.

Prepare

Popcorn ceilings aren’t just out of style — they’re a hassle to remove. Prior to the big takedown, ensure that proper precautions are in place. This will prevent damage to your decor, walls, and floor, and it makes new work easier for any professional painter. 

Cover Furniture

The last thing you want is ceiling debris falling onto your furniture, creating more of a mess to clean and risking permanent damage. If it’s possible to get furniture out of the way entirely, don’t hesitate to do so. This opens up space to complete risk-free ceiling removal.

Cover Wall Outlets

You’ll need plenty of plastic for this one, but it prevents electrical hazards, both now and down the line. Make sure all vents, outlets, and switches are fully covered with plastic, followed by painter’s tape to create a debris-proof seal. 

Shield Walls & Floors

Coat your entire floor with a thick layer of plastic to avoid visible cuts and scratches, stretching the plastic onto the lower edge of the wall. Seal off the top edge with tape, and you’re ready to get to work. 

Scrape Off Your Popcorn Ceilings

While you might be excited for painting service to start, scraping off that popcorn texture has to happen first. Since this ceiling type is most prevalent in older buildings, use protective equipment to lower your asbestos risk. Before a painter begins work on your contemporary new look, here’s how to remove your outdated old one.

Make a Spray Mixture

Using a sprayer makes removing old ceilings easier, especially since you’ll be doing a large portion of the job from a ladder. Mix warm water with a few tablespoons of dish soap, and start spraying the area heavily, section by section. 

Scrape Away

As you spray each section of your ceiling, make sure the solution gets a chance to soak in and that you apply enough to loosen the ceiling’s popcorn texture, but not too much that it starts sinking. Once the spray solution has soaked in, use a floor scraper to wipe away the popcorn texture. Experiencing difficulty? Re-spray the area and attempt the job again.

 

Cincinnati, OH’s Bill’s Painting provides state-of-the-art painting service to residents and businesses across the area. With outstanding work the name of the game, these interior painting contractors get the job done right the first time, no matter how big or how small. When you’re seeking quality paint work, this is a team you can trust. Visit the website for more information, or call (513) 742-3937 to schedule your painting service today.