Stucco Ceiling Removal by Painters in Toronto

Also known as the "cottage cheese ceiling" and "stucco ceiling," the popcorn finish began to fall out of favor in the late 1980s and early 1990s, as some formulations contained asbestos.

Contempt for the popcorn cap gained momentum in the 2000s when homeowners began to recognize that these caps are ugly, outdated, and tends to attract dust and dirt. 

Many homeowners who live in older properties are now hiring a local Painter in Toronto to remove the stucco ceiling dirty texture from their homes.

If you're tired of your cottage cheese-like ceiling, maybe it's time to scrape off the popcorn texture. Fortunately, we are here for you.

The Benefits of Popcorn Ceiling Removal - Painter in Toronto

Popcorn ceiling removal is messy and time-consuming, so it's not for the faint of heart. It's about scraping off the existing texture, re-texturing the ceiling, and then painting the finished product. But as long as you're ready to get going, this complicated project isn't very difficult or technical.

The main reward of removal is a substantial monetary benefit. According to Toronto Painters, you can do it yourself if you have all the equipment and knowledge about it.

Removing the popcorn cap also pays off when trying to sell your home. While a cap without popcorn will not increase the value of your home, it does significantly improve its marketability. A marketable home tends to retain more interest, sell faster, and collect more of its original sale price than homes without desirable updates. Ans moreover it looks beautiful

Things you will need to remove popcorn ceiling

Before you start scratching and redrawing, head to your local hardware store, and purchase the following items that recommend for stucco ceiling removal

• Plastic drops. Once you start scratching the ceiling, pieces of texture and grain fall to the floor and furniture. Buy several plastic drop sheets that you can use to protect your furniture and floors. You can always replace the old leaves, but only if you are willing to throw them away after use. If you are using a sheet of fabric that is not waterproof, be extra careful when spraying the ceiling.
• Painter's tape. Use it to secure drop cloths.
• Ladder. Depending on the height of your ceilings, you may need a small step ladder to reach the popcorn.
• Protective equipment. Expect the texture to fall on you. Protect yourself with safety glasses, a face shield, and rubber gloves.
• Pump sprayer. Before you start scraping, use a pump sprayer that moistens and loosens the texture.
• Ceiling Texture Scraper. Go for a pattern that helps catch some of the falling texture to reduce damage.
• Composed of drywall (joint compound). Expect to repair parts of the ceiling after scraping off the texture with the drywall compound. Also, use the compound to create the ceiling finish - either smooth or textured.
• Sanding sponge. If you are using a drywall compound for repairs, a sanding sponge will level the compound.
• Putty knife and utility knife. The putty knife is for applying the compound, and the utility knife is for cleaning dry, rough edges.
• Large trowel for a smooth finish. If you want your ceilings to have a smooth finish, use a large trowel to apply the drywall compound after the texture is removed.
• Texture sprayer for a textured finish. If you want your ceilings to have a textured finish, but don't want to do the hand-texturing, use a texture sprayer. Avoid the purchase price by renting one for a day.
• White ceiling paint. To complete the project, paint the ceiling to provide a seal of protection. One gallon of ceiling paint covers up to 300 square feet.
• Paintbrushes If you paint your ceiling by hand, purchase paint rollers and brushes to finish the job.
• Paint sprayer (optional). If you're doing more than one room, consider renting a paint sprayer instead of using brushes or rollers. A paint sprayer can speed up the painting process considerably.

How to Remove Popcorn Texture

Protect the space

Take the time to do the necessary preparation work to sufficiently protect your space. It makes a big difference when it comes to cleaning up at the end of the project, and it also limits your exposure to harmful chemicals.

You can find an asbestos inspector by visiting the Environmental Protection Agency's website for a list of inspectors in your state. If your ceiling contains asbestos, discard your Popcorn ceiling removal, and doing on your own you can hire Painters for Popcorn ceiling removal because it requires a lot of tools and experience but f you have all the tools and experience then you can go for it.

Remove items from space

Move your furniture out of the room for easy cleaning.

Position of protective covers

 Place drop sheets on each part of the floor, securing them to the base molding to avoid gaps. If you are doing only one piece, consider sticking a drop cloth over the door to prevent dust from escaping.

Moisten the texture

Moisten the texture of the popcorn to minimize dust and loosen it from the drywall. Some people just use a spray bottle to spray the ceiling, but a pump sprayer makes the process a bit easier.

• Fill the sprayer. You don't need any special formula. The waterworks very well.
• Moisten five square feet at a time. Lightly spray a small five-foot square before scraping. Do not use too much water, as this can damage the underlying drywall. If the texture does not scratch easily, spray a little more water on the texture.

Scrape the texture

When the water penetrates enough, the texture should fall from the ceiling with a slight scratch.

• Put on protective gear. Put on your gloves, mask, and safety glasses before scratching.
• Scrape in a small square. Start scratching in the area you have moistened. Use your ceiling scraper for ease.
• Use your putty and utility knives. For texture in the corners and by molding, scrape with a putty knife. For stubborn areas, try using a utility knife to remove them.
• Complete the room. Continue to moisten small areas, letting the water soak in, then scraping up the texture until everything is removed.
• Wipe down the ceiling. Use a damp paper towel to wipe down the ceiling. This removes the remaining dust residue.

I hope now you have completely understood about the stucco ceiling removal, why it’s important to remove it. To hire the stucco removal in Toronto Contact Mas Construction the best Painters in Toronto. Call us at +1 647-835-0590