Popcorn ceilings, also called acoustic ceilings, are long out of fashion. Popcorn ceiling removal texture has been the preferred ceiling coating method in the Bay Area and across the nation for many decades. Many homeowners are now skeptics, asking themselves how popcorn ceiling texture has become so popular. They prefer smooth ceilings or knock-down textures that are often painted white. Popcorn texture can be removed, and ceilings can be retextured and painted. Unfortunately, it’s not just the ceiling style we chose in the past that haunts our present, but also the materials used. Most popcorn textures installed before 1985 have asbestos that can be released into your home during removal. Ceilings that were painted before 1978 could also contain lead. It is safer to have an asbestos-trained and lead-safe contractor remove your popcorn texture if your home was constructed before 1985. This can be messy, so wear comfortable clothes. Protect the floors and walls with tape and plastic. Remove or cover furniture. This is possible without using harsh chemicals. To remove the texture, wet the popcorn material with water. Then use a wide-bladed knife to scrape it off. Pump-sprayer is the best method to get it. This allows you to control the flow of water. It would help if you worked in small areas, approximately 4 feet square. Otherwise, the texture will dry quickly. Avoid scraping directly over your head. There will likely be some areas that need to be repaired after the scraping is done. Securely tape all joints with drywall tape. You can patch any scratches or gouges with a drywall compound. When dry, sand it. To avoid creating extra gouges and scrapes while you work, file the corners of your putty knives to make them slightly rounded. Before you paint your ceiling, make sure it is primed. To finish the job, you will need a flat latex interior painting. If you have a flat, smooth ceiling, or a textured ceiling (knock-down texture popular in the Bay Area), choose a paint color that matches your walls and furniture. Lighter wall color is the best choice for most rooms. You can also select a dye that matches your furniture and other elements in the room. Remember, a brighter ceiling color will make the space feel larger. This process is not complicated as long as there is no asbestos or lead. It takes skill and experience to create a beautiful result. You may also find yourself regretting starting a project such as a complicated and time-consuming one. You will get stunning results by hiring Boca Raton Popcorn Ceiling Removal & Drywall Repair Group, specializing in interior and exterior painting. This will allow you to complete the project in much less time than you would have if you did it yourself. Color blast Painting is a member of Painting and Decorating Contractors of America. We are dedicated to quality in all things we do, even the surface preparation. We are not limited to painting the interior of your house. We are experts at improving the value of your home by painting exteriors. We are proud to deliver outstanding results in the Bay Area. Popcorn ceilings and other textured ceilings are often contaminated with asbestos. A hazardous substance has also been identified for this naturally occurring material used in industrial insulation. Every year, asbestos-related illnesses claim the lives of over 39,000 Americans. If you have concerns about asbestos in your home, it is worth testing for it. I have never encountered an asbestos-containing property in my thousands of real estate transactions. A client called me to inquire if the popcorn ceiling in a house had asbestos. I showed it to my contractor, who shrugged it off, put on a mask, and scrubbed it off. This blog post will explain and share important information about asbestos popcorn ceilings. It is intended to protect you and your family from the dangers associated with asbestos. According to a research website, asbestos is a group of naturally occurring minerals made of heat-resistant fibers. Asbestos was used extensively in construction as an insulator. It can be added to cloth and paper to strengthen them, but asbestos dust can remain in the body if inhaled or inhaled. Most asbestos deposits in America are found in the east coast states and the western U.S. The era of asbestos mining was prevalent from the late 1800s to the present. In 2002, the last remaining asbestos mine was closed. Miners were responsible for mining and milling asbestos. They worked above ground, removing the first layer by blasting or drilling. The process of mining and milling asbestos involves miners removing the first layer of the earth by blasting or drilling. Next, millers crush, fiberize, screen, aspirate, and grade the ore. The safe removal of asbestos from popcorn and drywall is not well documented. You can find plenty of message boards and government-sanctioned procedures for asbestos abatement, but for the layman, there is no accurate guide on what should be done. Asbestos abatement contractors are recommended over doing the job yourself. This task poses serious health risks. This removal requires a lot more preparation, scraping, and spraying, as well as particular bagging. As part of the asbestos removal process, you must wear a respirator and protective clothing. You may also have to climb up ladders or high places to reach the ceilings. You don't have the necessary experience or materials to do this job. Contact an asbestos removal company. These contractors have the right equipment and extensive experience in removing asbestos from houses. We can't see the ceiling from a distance. To determine the presence of asbestos, you will need to carefully remove a small amount and send it to an accredited laboratory. There are many other methods to test for asbestos, such as asking the date of production of the ceiling tiles or looking for evidence from the manufacturer. A sample of the popcorn texture can be taken from any place in your home and brought to a local laboratory. For an immediate result, the cost to test for asbestos was $150. For a 24-hour turnaround, you can reduce that by half, and for a few days, it is a bit less. Two popcorn samples were taken from the ceiling. Both tested positive for asbestos at 5% and 10%, respectively. The U.S. government says that any excess of 1% should be professionally eliminated, although it is not required in Texas. Although the ceilings were covered with popcorn, the walls had a smooth texture that was orange peel. If the ceilings were filled with popcorn texture but not the walls, I would assume that the walls wouldn't be contaminated by asbestos. Negative. I took another sample from the wall to give my client peace of mind and move forward with the agreement. What's the surprise? The sample contained 3% asbestos. Different companies charge different amounts for professional asbestos removal. On average, you can expect to pay $4 per square foot or $1 to 3 per square. According to the Asbestos Institute, popcorn ceiling removal costs approximately $4 per square foot in the United States. One of the companies I called quoted $1,800 per day or $2.50/ft to $3.50/ft. You can measure the walls and ceilings of the property to estimate the cost of removing asbestos. Or invite a company for a bid. Boca Raton Popcorn Ceiling Removal & Drywall Repair Group was a professional asbestos removal company that I called to bid on the job. They were the most affordable option I could find at $1,800 per person. The job was awarded to them for two days. However, the final cost for the work was $3.425. They arrive, line the house in plastic, put on masks, and then remove the asbestos. An abatement specialist, for $3,450, removed the ceiling. This is reasonable considering that my contractor, who was not qualified, would charge $3,000. He would have to draw the popcorn and texture and paint the ceiling. Doing it yourself could contaminate asbestos and possibly inhale or ingest these fibers. Call an asbestos contractor to remove the ceiling and walls. Don’t hesitate to contact a professional if your popcorn ceilings are present. They will be able to take a sample of the popcorn and test it for asbestos. It is essential to know the materials used in building your home. A real estate agent can help you understand what areas of your house need to be renovated before you sell it. Talk to a realty consultant if you’re considering selling Austin real estate. 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