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Stipple and Popcorn Ceiling Removal


Popcorn and stipple ceilings were popular in the mid 1900's and offered some acoustic benefits. However, the 1980's and beyond, the popularity of popcorn ceilings has drastically dropped off as people prefer a more modern look. Popcorn ceilings now hold little value and removing popcorn ceilings can increase the value of your home.

Benefits of Removing Popcorn Ceilings


  • More modern look and feel
  • Looks better when painted
  • Removes potential asbestos material from the ceiling
  • Great way to increase the value of your home


While popcorn ceilings may have been common for a long time, most people opt to have them removed these days. Removing the stipple ceiling in your home can increase the value by as much as $2000-$4000 depending on the surface area of the stipple coverage.


To have your popcorn or stipple ceiling removed at an affordable rate, call us today and get a free quote from our experienced team.


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Should I Have My Popcorn Ceiling Removed?


Removing your popcorn or stipple ceiling is completely optional. However, many homeowners like to have their ceiling smoothed out so that it looks a little bit better with modern design. Popcorn ceilings used to be sprayed into the home and were a fairly quick and convenient way to coat the ceiling as an alternative to using plaster. They also provided acoustic benefits and made the room sound a little more pleasing.


Now, the look is outdated and you can increase your home value if you're putting it on the market.


Important Popcorn Ceiling Removal Considerations


It is possible to remove your stipple ceiling yourself, but it is important that you have the contents tested for asbestos. Asbestos is a harmful, naturally occurring chemical that is frequently found in the contents of popcorn ceilings. Since 1978, asbestos has been banned as a household building product due to the health hazards it poses. You can have a small sample tested at a local lab if you want to take care of the job yourself.


Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost


The cost of stipple ceiling removal will vary based on a number of factors. We do not list our costs here as every ceiling is different and requires a specialized quote. Depending on the layout of your ceiling, the square footage, and the extent of popcorn ceiling you need removed, your cost will vary. The easiest way to find out what your project will cost is to give us a call and have us give you an estimate. Then we can be exact and forthcoming with our costs.


Why Choose Us?


We are a team of passionate drywall contractors in Ottawa that love what we do. We want to ensure that you're fully satisfied with the services we offer and that the goal of your popcorn ceiling removal project is achieved, whether that is to improve the look of your home or increase property value. We are trusted Ottawa Popcorn Ceiling Removal contractors and we are ready to help give your home a small face lift.

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Why Do Homes Have Popcorn Ceilings?


The was a period between 1960 and 1980 where installing popcorn ceilings was the norm in many homes in Ottawa. The reason is because they were relatively easy to input into a home and they would cover up potential imperfections in the ceiling work. It meant that drywall contractors didn't necessarily need to spend the extra time and effort to get the ceiling 100% perfect. Now, that practice has faded and most home owners prefer a smooth, well finished ceiling. So, the best thing to do in many cases is to have your popcorn or stipple ceiling removed and refinished.


What Happens After the Popcorn Ceiling is Removed?


Once the stipple is removed from the ceiling, there are many options you can explore. Some of the most common projects we work on will involve the installation of pot lights, installing hanging lights and fixtures, reinstalling drywall if it is too damaged, or simply repainting it once we have all of the stipple removed. The nice thing about removing popcorn ceiling is that you have a bit of a blank canvas to work with and you can take it in any direction you'd like. We are happy to talk about you specific deign and what we can do to beautify your home.


Can You Remove Your Own Stipple Ceiling?


You can remove the stipple and popcorn ceiling from your home. If you're going to take the job on yourself, ensure that you have the right tools and equipment to get the job done properly. Using the right scrapers, drop cloths, masks, eye protection, poles, and bins to put the stipple in will make sure you're better set up for the job. It can be a messy and dusty expedition so ensure that you've done your research on what you'll need and using the proper techniques to make the job a little easier for yourself.

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Design Options After Textured Ceiling is Removed


Once textured ceiling is removed, your options are as wide open as they would be if the popcorn ceiling was never installed. Sometimes we will install new drywall on the ceiling or we will simple smooth it out by mudding and taping. Once the ceiling is nice and smooth, it is ready to be worked on again.


Pot Lights


One of the more popular options for design on previously textured ceilings is to install pot lights. They are a great way to add a modern look to any room that you are renovating. We can also install a wide range of hanging lights, or chandeliers to really make the look of your home pop. Pot lights look great in a kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, or entertainment area. Install a dimmer in you living room and dining room so you can set the level of lights that you want at any time.


Custom Ceiling Designs


Custom ceilings are a lot of fun to work with, but they also require a ton of planning before execution. The types of ceiling design will depend very much on your taste and how you want the home to look. We build our custom designs from scratch and they will often include varying ceiling depths, raised or lowered lights, floating bulk heads, beams, fixtures, and much more. The options are almost endless when it comes to ceiling designs after the popcorn has been removed, and you can really create a look that is unique to you.


Paneling and Beams


Installing different types of paneling, beams, or custom installments can be a wonderfully creative and unique way to improve the ceiling look. When it comes to making additions to your ceilings, there is almost no limit to what you can do to create a very unique and intriguing design. While we mostly work with painted ceilings after they have been drywalled, there are many other ideas you can see here.

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Advantages to Removing Popcorn Ceiling


There are numerous reasons why you may want to remove your popcorn ceilings, while they are no longer in fashion, and sometimes they can contain dangerous material, there are other distinct advantages to removing stipple ceiling and going with a more well thought out design.


Better Lighting and Ambiance


Since stipple ceilings are textured, they can create shadows on the walls and the ceilings depending on where the lighting is situated. The ceiling then becomes somewhat dark as the shadows litter the ceiling. One of the best ways to brighten up a room and change the entire feel of it is to remove the stipple ceiling altogether.


Discoloration


Popcorn ceilings begin to lose their colour over time. They start to take on a bit of a more worn down look and don't have the vibrance they once had. To give your entire home an update and to keep all the surfaces looking fresh and clean, removing stipple ceilings can give you the look you may be after.

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Avoid Continuous Crumbling


Stipple ceilings begin to break apart and crumble over time. You can find little nuggets around your home as you're cleaning or going about your day. Ceilings with a smooth drywall surface have less of a problem with disintegration and tend to hold their elements together a little better.


Cut Down on Dirt and Dust Build Up


Dust catches on the stipples in the ceiling and it can begin to make the entire room or house look a little dirtier. Smooth ceilings that have been drywalled and painted properly don't have as much of an issue with dust and dirt. They are also easier to clean. Once the popcorn is removed from the ceiling you will find that it will hold less dust and will generally have a cleaner look and feel.


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Our Ottawa Service Areas


We offer popcorn ceiling removal in Ottawa and the entire surrounding area. We will travel to anywhere in the Ottawa valley to ensure that your popcorn ceiling removal project is taken care of by a company that cares about a great finished product.


We also have additional service areas around the country with our partner contractors who are heavily vetted and insured. We offer popcorn ceiling removal in Toronto, Calgary, and Vancouver. See below for links to our additional service pages.


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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Can you remove stippled ceilings?

    Removing stipple ceilings is 100% possible. There are different types of popcorn ceiling finishes, which will determine what method we use to remove it. Speaking to us about your specific situation will help us determine the best course of aciton for your ceiling. 

  • How much does it cost to remove popcorn ceiling?

    Every ceiling is different, and so is every ceiling. For that reason, we talk about our prices through a quoting provcess. You can give us a call and we will be able to arrange an estimate for you. We offer 0% financing for larger jobs if you'd like to spread payments out. 

  • Why should I remove my popcorn ceiling?

    Textured ceilings were popular in the 1950s but over time they have lost a little bit of their appeal. Now, new homebuyers and homeowners prefer the look of smooth, flat ceilings instead of textured. For this reason, we notice a lot of people are interested in having us remove their stipple ceilings. 

  • Does popcorn ceiling removal increase home value?

    Removing popcorn ceiling can increase the value of your home in most circumstances. This is because many people prefer the look of a home without popcorn ceilings. You can also do a little bit more with a smooth ceiling, giving you additional design options for lightinga dn layout. 

  • Is it difficult to remove stipple ceilings?

    On each job, we are able to prescribe the work it will take to smooth out a textured ceiling. In most cases, it is a fairly straightforward process which involves us prepping the room, wetting and scraping the ceiling, then refacing it. We have a few different options depending on the state of the ceiling, so call us and talk through the issue you have and we will give you the most accurate process necessary. 

  • Do you deal with ceilings containing asbestos?

    We do not handle ceilings with asbestos. You can determine whether or not the ceiling has asbestos by getting a test done on a sample of the ceiling at one of the many local asbestos testing labs. 

Stipple Ceiling Blog

How To Remove Popcorn Ceiling

November 30, 2021
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How to Smooth a Stipple Ceiling

October 29, 2021
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Benefits of Removing Popcorn and Stipple Ceiling

October 28, 2021
Find out why removing stipple ceiling from your home is one of the easiest decisions you can make today.

Why Did Builders Use Stipple Ceilings?

October 28, 2021
Over the course of the 1900’s, materials used to build and decorate homes have changed quite a bit. A huge trend between the 1930’s and the 1980s was to install stipple ceilings throughout the home. Stipple ceiling is also known as popcorn ceiling, stucco ceiling, and even cottage cheese ceilings. Now, homeowners are electing to go with a smoothed out look in general. So, why did builders use stipple ceilings for so long? Here, we go a little deeper into that question. Why Homes Were Made With Stipple Ceilings Textured ceilings provided home owners and builders the opportunity to coat ceilings without the need to do extensive preparation and painting jobs. Because the popcorn style covering was installed using a spray-on application, there was no need to fix imperfections in the surface of the ceiling. It would save time for builders, and honestly, it was fairly mainstay in the construction community. Cutting down on the time needed to prep a ceiling would save builders their labour, and would save homeowners a little bit of money for that labour too. It was essentially a win-win in those times. Stipple ceilings are also good for sound reduction throughout the house. Because of the textured surface, sound doesn’t bounce the same way it does on a completed flat surface. The sound waves sort of dissipate after hitting the textured surface. This was especially helpful for the large style of homes that were prevalent in the mid 1900s. Why Did Builders Stop Using Stippled Ceilings? We found out, around the year 1978, that the material used to create the stipple ceilings often contain asbestos as one of the binding agents. Once it was realized that asbestos was a harmful chemical and caused certain types of cancers, it was banned first in the U.S, then in Canada. Now, if your home has asbestos in it, there is usually a fairly extensive removal process that is important for protecting you and your loved ones. Popcorn ceilings still exist with different materials, however. Once asbestos was banned, styrofoam took centre stage as the material that was best suited for textured ceilings. It was safe, relatively inexpensive, and did the job quite well. Why are Homeowners Removing Popcorn Ceilings? Popcorn ceilings, along with being potentially hazardous to people’s health if they contain asbestos, do not have the modern look that a lot of buyers and builders are looking for in the modern days. Simply by removing popcorn ceilings, you have a lot more options in terms of ceiling design, and possible buyer prospects. In another article we are covering the main benefits of removing popcorn ceilings. But in short, removing stipple from your home can add property value, and makes your home much more attractive to home buyers currently. Why Do Some Homes Still Have Popcorn Ceilings? A lot of homes that were built in the mid 1900s employ designs and layouts that speak to that time period. While removing popcorn ceiling can drastically modernize a home, keeping the textured ceiling may fit in quite well with the style of the home. Also, many homeowners are still happy with the look of the stipple ceiling and don’t see much of a reason to change it. While we are advocates for removing stipple, it can be beneficial to keep them around if you’re not planning to sell, since the texture hides imperfections, and it also acts as an acoustic sound muffler throughout the home.