Do the scrape test Before you start removing the old popcorn texture, do a simple scrape test in a small area of the ceiling.

"You know what's a fun DIY weekend project? Scraping my popcorn ceilings!" said no one, ever. Between testing your popcorn ceilings for asbestos and enduring the subsequent avalanche of falling debris ...

Popcorn ceilings, which were a fixture in homes from the 1950s to ’70s, can make a space feel dated. Here's how you can update your home by scraping off ceiling popcorn yourself: First, test your ...

If you're not in love with your popcorn ceiling, you're not alone. These ceilings were originally intended to dampen sound and cover imperfections, but today they are considered dated, difficult to ...

Much to the relief of homeowners everywhere, some bold and bizarre home design trends from the past (like avocado-colored bathrooms ... what?) can be easily updated. Yet for owners or prospective ...

If your home has popcorn ceilings, the chances are good that you've considered removing them. Not only is the style outdated, but some popcorn ceilings are also contaminated with asbestos. Luckily, ...

Popcorn ceilings were a design staple in the 1970s, used as an inexpensive way to add texture, hide imperfections, and muffle sound. Today, they're still present in old homes and used in some new ...

Are you renovating your home and thinking about what to do with the ceilings? If your ceilings have texture, you may wonder whether they are popcorn ceilings or another finish entirely. There is a ...