How to remove a popcorn ceiling.

By DIY Maven

Of the few things I don't like about my house, the popcorn ceilings are at the bottom of the list. And, after watching this video on DIY Network that explains the process, I think I just might remove them from the list altogether. (Sanding overhead? Yeah, that's fun.) But, for you intrepid souls who just can't stand the bumps, the process seems fairly straightforward. According to DIY Network, you might need some or all of the following supplies:

Safety glasses
Rubber gloves
Garden sprayer
Cordless drill
Rubber spatula
Ceiling texture scraper
Sanding sponge
Compound miter saw
Wood chisel
Coping saw
Utility knife
Putty knife
Nail gun
Paint stripper
Drywall compound
Plastic sheeting
Tape
Reclaimed crown molding
Drop cloth with waterproof backing
Prybar
Hammer
Clamps
Tape measure

For written instructions, head on over to DIY Network.

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March 18, 2008

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snelgified

March 19, 2008

I didn't watch the video, so maybe they mention this, but if your home was built before 1979 there's a good chance that your popcorn ceiling has asbestos in it. You will definitely want to find out for sure before you start scraping the stuff off.