When choosing a new ceiling for your home, you might get caught up between textured and smooth (contemporary) surfaces. After all, you want the look of your new ceiling to be both functional and complimentary of your house’s style. Between 1930 and 1990, popcorn ceiling surfaces were the common choice as they could cover imperfections and dampen noise. However, their popularity died down due to their asbestos content, and smooth ceiling surfaces started to dominate the market, helped by their sleek appearance. However, popcorn surfaces are back, this time being made from styrofoam and/or stucco, and safer. So, what should you pick for your home? Read on…

Popcorn ceilings, also known as cottage-cheeses ceilings, are those ceilings that are finished with a certain spray or paint treatment and have a bumpy texture. They were the popular choice for bedrooms and hallways of residential buildings before asbestos use was banned by the Clean Air Act in the 1970s. Since then, the demand for such ceilings has been dying in much of the country. Like everything else, they have certain advantages and some disadvantages, and this article talks about them both. Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Stillwater MN Pros If you have ever built a home, you probably know that getting a perfectly smooth and beautiful ceiling is not easy….

Popcorn ceilings were the fashion choice of the 20th century. They were a cheap way of covering ceiling faults and did not require further coating of paint, although you could paint them if you wanted to. Now, their fashion appeal is fading and an increasing number of home owners want to remove these bumpy surfaces. If you are one of them, you should consider hiring professionals to carry this chore. This task is not as simple as it looks and here are the 3 main reasons why. Popcorn Ceiling Removal Woodbury MN Asbestos Check Asbestos was used all throughout the time…

From the 1930s all the way to 1990s, popcorn ceilings were in the limelight. And why not? After all, they offered a cheap alternative to covering up ceiling faults while doubling up as a layer of paint. Much like popcorns, they have a bumpy look which makes them easy to spot. While once hugely popular, the days of these ceilings are coming to an end. But why so? Read on to see if you need to remove this ceiling from your home. Popcorn Ceiling Removal Lake Elmo MN Difficult To Maintain Because of their very popcorn-like surface, these ceilings require a…

Have you recently had work done on your house, had a water leak, or had something go through a wall? If damage has occured to your drywall, or if it’s beginning to show signs of wear, you may be interested in hiring a professional drywall repair company in Lake Elmo MN. If you have mold in your walls, water damage, holes, cracks, dents, or something else, you should have it repaired as soon as you can. Here is why you should hire a professional to repair drywall: Drywall Repair in Lake Elmo MN Save on Time When it comes to having drywall…

Is the paint on your house chipping or peelings, or overall looks faded and you’d like to repaint it? If it has been over five to ten years since you last had your house painted, this summer is a good time for you to schedule your house to be painted. There are many benefits to keeping up with your house, but to keep it short, here are 3 benefits of repainting your home: House Painters Lake Elmo MN Increased Curb Appeal After about five to ten years of wind, rain, snow, and more, the paint on your house begins to peel and…

Because of the Coronavirus pandemic, there are so many things you can’t do right now, and so many things you can’t go spend money on. However, there is one thing you can do during this time with the money you’ve saved and the extra time on your plate: remove those old popcorn ceilings from your home! Popcorn ceilings are out of date, but even more, they have negative side effects on both your home and those who live in it. Here is the ugly truth about popcorn ceilings: Popcorn Ceiling Removal White Bear Lake MN Your Popcorn Ceilings Might Contain Asbestos Do you…

Does your house have popcorn ceilings? Popcorn ceilings were a popular feature in houses from the 1930s to the 1990s, but in the year 2020, popcorn ceilings are typically viewed as an undesirable trait in a home. If you are looking to update or renovate your home, removing your popcorn ceilings can be a great way to freshen up a home and raise its value. Here are 3 reasons to remove your popcorn ceilings: Popcorn Ceiling Removal North Oaks MN It’s a Dead Trend One reason to hire a local home improvement company in North Oaks MN to remove your popcorn…

When we notice damage in our homes, it can be a really inconvenient or seemingly unimportant issue. However, certain issues you won’t want to wait around to repair because they can be caused by underlying issues or they can cause more damage and issues to arise. If you have noticed an issue with your walls or ceiling, here are 3 reasons your drywall needs repairing: Drywall Repair in Stillwater MN Holes in the Drywall Have you or anyone you know ever tripped in your house and put a hole through your drywall? If so, fortunately you’re not alone. Additionally, there are…

  Is your house in need of an exterior paint job but you are contemplating saving the money and doing it yourself? If so, you should reconsider hiring a professional painting company. Hiring professionals for large projects on your house is often the best way to go for many reasons. Not only are they experts, but there are other benefits that you may not even be thinking about. Here is why you should hire professional home painters: Painting Contractors Maplewood MN You Won’t Have to Buy the Proper Tools One thing you might not think of when considering whether you should…