Removing Your Popcorn Ceiling
There are only a few things that can date a home, and one of those is having popcorn ceilings. Also known as acoustic ceiling or stipple ceiling, a popcorn ceiling is a paint-on or spray-on treatment which creates a bumpy texture. This was most popular in the 1960s and 1970s to hide imperfections, but in recent years there has been a trend to remove this type of finish in favour of a smooth finish and painting. Let's start by learning why you should invest in popcorn ceiling removal services, including its related health concerns. Next, we will go over the types of alternative finishes that can be installed by our professional drywall contractors at DNR Drywall. Servicing the Burnaby, BC area, our meticulous finishes will leave your ceilings looking new again.
Why you should have popcorn ceilings removed
These are a few reasons why you should remove the popcorn ceilings in your home and replace them with something more updated or to your style. Not only should style be a consideration, but also the health and safety of those living within your home. We'll do the back-breaking work to remove the popcorn ceilings in your home. The removal process is extremely messy and requires special vacuum-style equipment to remove it. The team is also required to wear specialty protective equipment because of the high health risks associated with the removal process and high levels of dust.
- Asbestos and links to other health concerns
- Dust collection
- Stop disintegrating and high maintenance costs
- A modern look
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Asbestos and links to other health concerns
- Did you know that before it was banned in Canada in 2018, asbestos was used in popcorn ceilings? This material was used because it was not only inexpensive but fire-resistant and highly durable. Homes built between 1930 and 1990 run a much higher risk of having asbestos in their popcorn ceilings.
- Through research, we now know of the health-related effects connected to asbestos exposure. Once disturbed, the small fibres can remain in the air for 48 to 72 hours. Research has shown that inhaling these highly hazardous fibres is linked to cancer and other health conditions. This is one of the main reasons we strongly advise our customers not to do this themselves.
Dust collection
- Popcorn ceilings are dust magnets. For anyone who has attempted to clean their popcorn ceilings knows it's not only time-consuming but awkward and annoying. The most common ways to clean them is by breaking out the ladder and vacuum, or even with a bucket of warm water and a cloth.
- Something to keep in mind when considering the removal of this type of ceiling is where the dust will collect once your ceiling is flat. You may notice that dust will collect more frequently on your furniture or floors because it does not have a place to stick on your ceilings. However, the positive to this is the ease at which you will be able to keep your house clean. Some of our customers have purchased air purifiers to help mitigate this change within their homes.
Stop disintegration that happens over time
- Like any other place in your home, a popcorn ceiling won't last forever. It'll eventually begin to disintegrate, no matter the upkeep. You may begin to notice white flecks fall from the ceiling and land on your furniture and flooring. Leaving a considerable mess requiring additional cleaning throughout the rooms of your house. Considering the health concerns, we already expressed above, this can leave your home and family at risk of exposure.
- If left alone to continue to disintegrate, the material falling from your ceiling can begin to damage other surfaces in your home. In some cases, the entire ceiling may need to be replaced if the damage is so severe.
A modern look and features
- Not only do a vast majority of new homes have smooth and untextured ceilings, but they are the main type of ceiling finish that can be found in home magazines around the country. This is the best way to achieve a modern look and match the other updated styles around your home. It's amazing the impact that replacing a ceiling can have on the overall look and feel of your home.
- While updating your home to a more modern look after your popcorn ceiling removal is also a great time to ensure you have quality drywall installed. As technology has improved over the years so has the features of different types of drywall boards that you can buy. Improved fire-resistance ratings that keep your family safer by slowing the movement of flames throughout your home in an emergency situation. As well as increased sound dampening qualities that keep that surround sound on movie night from bothering anyone possibly sleeping upstairs.
Our ceiling drywall installers offer a no-hassle and no-dust solution to removing dated popcorn ceilings in your home. We are Burnaby's textured ceiling removal specialists and professionals you can trust.
If you have concerns that your popcorn ceilings could contain asbestos, or it's your dream to have your home look like a modern house featured in a magazine, call us today at 604-245-5087. Our contractors will provide you with fast, safe, and accurate popcorn ceiling removal services.
Leave your ceiling looking like new again
Ceilings can make a big impact on the overall design of a room. With a little refresh, like a new coat of paint, an updated texture, or custom drywall or lighting, it can make it seem like a new room.
Simply paint the ceiling
As the most budget-friendly upgrade, a new coat of paint on your ceiling can brighten up the space instantly. You can go for a traditional white or off-white colour, or choose to be bold with a dark colour to warm up the room. By hiring our professional contractors, we offer ceiling painting services. Having us come to paint your ceiling can provide an extra level of protection because ceiling paint is thicker to better conceal flaws.
Have a textured ceiling installed
There are many different textures that can be installed on a ceiling, "popcorn", "orange peel", "swirled patterns", etc. Textured drywall and ceilings can not only make a room feel unique, just like you but can also serve a purpose by hiding blemishes and reducing the echo in a room. This type of ceiling could be a perfect choice for your family room, theatre, or games room. The textured pattern changes the way the sound bounces off the walls throughout the room making it great for noise control.
Textured ceilings are also economical in terms of labour costs. Your drywall contractor will spend less time sanding, and it takes less time to install than a smooth ceiling. A smooth ceiling requires a seamless finish that takes additional time and care. Plus, the time and added costs of choosing a painted ceiling.
Add custom drywall and lighting for a unique finish
Another way to make a room unique is through a custom drywall design. Through the addition of arches, eaves, curves, and insets, a room can become the talk of the neighbourhood. With our attention to detail, craftsmanship, and creativity, we have the skills to even install LED lighting within a ceiling. With the addition of inset lighting, a room can change to complement any mood or party. These unique drywall designs and features are quickly becoming more common to create a special ambiance like no other home.
DNR Drywall is here for our community and to help you bring your dream home into a reality. Call today,
604-245-5087 to discuss how we can help you refresh your old ceilings and make your room as inviting as we know the Burnaby, British Columbia, area is.