Living With Popcorn Ceilings Part 1
Welcome to Part 1 of our blog series “Living With Popcorn Ceilings”. In this, and the following articles, your local drywall contractors in Edina MN at Home Drywall & Painting will tell you all you need to know about living in a Minnesota or Wisconsin house that is equipped with popcorn ceilings. Popcorn Ceiling Removal Stillwater Minnesota
Can We Patch Them?
As you might know, patching is the process of fixing a part of your ceiling. A popcorn ceiling that has been stained or cracked can definitely be patched. However, getting a result that is identical to the original in terms of texture and color can be difficult. This is why home owners often have to patch the entire ceiling (more like get a new one) if they want ideal results. The situation is made even more tricky when you consider the fact that thinned drywall compound cannot be used for this patch work. Although this material is used to texture new ceilings today, it is not recommended for patching popcorn ceilings and walls as it contains water, which can cause the existing popcorn texture to flake off. For more information, feel free to contact Home Drywall & Painting, the best popcorn ceiling removal company in Stillwater Minnesota, today!
What’s Up With Asbestos?
If you are living in a house built in the 20th century that is equipped with a popcorn ceiling, it is extremely likely that your building has not been tested for asbestos. Any percentage of asbestos makes popcorn ceiling dangerous. Popcorn ceiling is a friable material — meaning it is very easy to damage. Friable asbestos materials release toxic dust at the slightest disturbance. Inhaling asbestos dust is what can lead to serious diseases such as asbestosis, lung cancer and mesothelioma. Therefore, you should definitely make sure to consult with a professional before doing any repair work. Inspections may be costly, but it is dangerous to start any ceiling projects if there are traces of asbestos floating around. So, even though you are not at risk as long as your ceiling remains undisturbed, you should take action now.
Can We Paint Them?
If you want to stir the looks of your popcorn ceilings, you might consider painting them. As long as their surfaces aren’t sagging, flaking, or shedding, painting them is simple. Usually, people begin by clearing all the dust with a super-soft-bristle brush. Applying stain blocking ceiling primer comes next as this prevents stains and water spots from bleeding through. When ceiling dries completely, the paint is finally applied. If you need any help or suggestions, don’t hesitate to reach out to your local popcorn ceiling contractors in Stillwater Minnesota at Home Drywall & Painting today! And don’t forget to read Part 2 and Part 3 of this series for some more relevant information!
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