Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Tampa, St Pete and Clearwater can immediately update a home. The cottage cheese texture was first popular in the 1950s because it was easy for builders to apply, it helped hide imperfections, and it controlled acoustics throughout the house. Now, the bumpy material is an outdated, undesirable eyesore in many homes and offices. Westshore Painters can easily and expertly remove the unwanted surface and customize the home with a smooth, painted finish or a new texture such as knockdown, Spanish lace, orange peel, plank, and more.
If a Florida homeowner is considering putting their house on the market, then popcorn ceiling removal in Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater is an easy way to increase the home’s market value. When a real estate agent evaluates the home, they will advise the homeowner to get rid of that uneven surface to make the property more attractive to the future homeowner. The real estate market is very competitive, and maintaining a contemporary style throughout the ome is necessary to set the property apart. Don’t let potential buyers see the unsightly popcorn ceilings, view the otherwise perfect home as old-fashioned and feel prevented from making an low offer or possibly none at all.
A convenient time to remove the acoustic walls is when the house is being renovated, the house is newly purchased, or the house is being put on the market. Popcorn ceiling removal in Tampa, St. Pete and Clearwater can be difficult due to the intensive labor and time involved.
The steps include:
- Clearing the room of all furniture and items.
- Protecting the walls and floors with total drop cloth coverage.
- Using a light water spray on the surface.
- Scraping off and smoothing the bumps with tools.
- Repairing imperfections with drywall joint compound.
- Sanding to make smooth.
- Applying texture to match the wall finish
- Sealing with drywall primer and paint.
- Cleaning up all the dust and debris in the area.
The Popcorn Ceiling Removal Process
Popcorn ceiling removal is literally a pain in the neck from the procedure to the cleanup. Working at an awkward angle for hours painstakingly smoothing a surface requires an exorbitant amount of time and effort, but cleaning up the mess afterword can be a whole other chore. Hiring a professional will lessen the time and stress that comes with this tedious task. Westshore Painters will also minimize the dust and mess by utilizing tools and tricks from over 27 years of experience in the construction industry. After all the retexturing, priming and painting is complete, the smooth finish can easily be painted, and the room will be clean.
Although we live in a society that encourages Do-It-Yourself projects, a homeowner’s approach to popcorn ceiling removal could lead to disaster. All of the sudden, the problem has gone from an aesthetic issue to a construction concern. The tedious, laborious task can be further complicated if the material is at risk for asbestos. Asbestos was used as a binder in construction materials prior to its ban in 1978 for health risks. Since cottage cheese walls were popular through the twentieth century, smoothing out the surface without considering the presence of asbestos can lead to a potential health risk if the home was constructed before 1979. Westshore Painters can expertly take care of the wall, test for asbestos, and ensure the safety of the home.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal is a quick, easy way to modernize a home’s appearance. Westshore Painters is a trustworthy company composed of award winning, knowledgeable experts that are dedicated to customer service and client satisfaction. Our employees are Florida State Certified Contractors, so they have the experience and credibility necessitated for the job. It is imperative to entrust the safety and construction of the home to certified professionals. Call (727) 488-8182 or (727) 488-8058 for an estimate on popcorn ceiling removal in Tampa, St. Pete or Clearwater today.