Popcorn Removal
Popcorn Ceiling Removal Services in Manotick
One of the first things that buyers notice and for the wrong reasons, is the popcorn ceiling, which was common in Canadian homes built from the 1950s to 1990s as it was the only way to conceal drywall flaws and reduce noise transmission. In addition to being ugly, textured ceilings attract dust and are difficult to clean, and if the home was constructed prior to 1980, may contain asbestos, which should be evaluated by a professional before any removal work. From testing coordination to a complete, paint-ready ceiling, Maple City Painter takes care of the entire process of popcorn ceiling removal in the Ottawa area.
Why Homeowners Are Finally Getting Rid of It
Popcorn texture was never a design decision, it was a trick. It covered up less than perfect taping and boarding and lowered finishing labour costs during the construction boom decades when it was used. Today it certainly looks outdated, doesn’t look good in modern lighting and makes a well furnished room look like it’s in another era. When people in Barrhaven are selling their home, the real estate agents always tell them that ceilings should be smooth because they look better, are better on the picture and “disappear” when buyers walk into the room. It’s not only a cosmetic choice, it’s also practical and an upgrade that alters the perception of a space.
The Asbestos Question Every Older Home Owner Needs to Answer First
Ottawa region homes constructed prior to 1980 were often made with popcorn texture mixtures that contained asbestos fibres which are harmless when left undisturbed, but are dangerous when scraped, sanded, or disturbed without proper containment. Asbestos popcorn ceiling removal isn’t a bit like a regular textured ceiling removal service and should not be treated in the same way. Prior to any contact with any ceiling in a Manotick home prior to 1980, we arrange for professional asbestos testing with a certified inspector. If asbestos is found, our crew will not take any part in finishing and painting until the asbestos removal is done by a licensed asbestos removal contractor. We make this very obvious when we estimate that painting out a problem is not a service that we offer.
Smooth High-Gloss Finish
A smooth, high-gloss finish is a premium and modern choice for your home. We use specialized sanding and skimming techniques designed to stay beautiful while making your rooms feel larger and brighter.
Knockdown Texture
Knockdown texture is a classic style favored by many homeowners to hide ceiling imperfections. Alternating patterns and flattened peaks combine in an elegant design that enhances your home’s overall interior appeal.
Skim Coating & Repair
Our Skim Coating provides quality workmanship and a precision flat surface customized for your home. All repaired areas are seamlessly blended and paint-ready, ensuring we have your dated or damaged ceilings covered.
Dustless Sanding
Dustless sanding adds a professional touch to your home’s interior without leaving any messy residue. Featuring a high-quality vacuum-sealed system ensures that your finish will retain its appeal for years to come.
What Our Textured Ceiling Removal Process Covers
Popcorn ceiling removal contractors that act in a hurry leave homeowners with gouged drywall, uneven ceilings and surfaces and expensive skim coating. We do things in an orderly manner.
- Moisture testing comes into play because of the nature of the existing texture and the underlying substrate that is to be worked on either dry or wet.
- Plastic sheeting is sealed over entire floors, wall and fixtures prior to the start of the scraping to contain debris fully.
- Wet-scraping the texture in sections under control to minimise dust and to reduce the risk of drywall paper pulling away
- Inspecting the substrate after removal for gouges, torn paper, or uneven joints that need repair before any finish coat
- Skim coating, coating the whole ceiling surface so the ceiling is smooth, flat with paint holding evenly; no shadows or ridges would show
- Using a drywall specific primer prior to the finish coat to seal the repaired area and avoid flash spots in the finish coat.
Kanata clients who have experienced a rushed scrape job will appreciate the need for all these steps: bare patches, torn drywall paper and visible joint lines.
What Our Clients Are Saying
Trusted Popcorn Ceiling Removal Contractors Manotick Homeowners Rely On
Trust in a trade service is earned through consistency showing up when scheduled, working clean, communicating honestly about what’s behind the texture before committing to a price, and delivering a ceiling that looks the way it was described in the quote. As Manotick popcorn ceiling removal contractors, we’ve been in business long enough in this area to have established a referral network, which accounts for most of our bookings. We are fully insured, have comprehensive liability coverage, and all crew members working in your home are trained specifically to do ceiling removal work and to finish the ceiling, not a general labourer with a scraper to do the job. All projects are guaranteed for 2 years on workmanship on the finished ceiling surface.
Top-Rated Acoustic Ceiling Removal That Makes Rooms Feel Twice as Big
Every modern home that is constructed these days has smooth ceilings, and there’s a reason for that, because they create rooms that are larger, brighter and more finished than any textured ceiling out there. The best acoustic ceiling removal isn’t just about removing a blemish on the ceiling, it’s about changing the light that interacts with it. A smooth ceiling surface reflects light evenly over the entire area, while popcorn texture has unpredictable light reflection and creates micro shadows which appear to make a room lower and darker than it actually is. Owners of The Glebe who have had texture removed from an older home always say that this is the one cosmetic improvement that stands out more to them than new flooring, new fixtures and new wall colour.
Affordable Popcorn Ceiling Removal and Painting Manotick Families Book First
One of the most affordable improvements homeowners can make that will create a significant difference without a significant investment is popcorn ceiling removal and painting. Cheap popcorn ceiling removal does not involve just removing the skim coat, failing to use primer, or leaving imperfections in the substrate that are visible through the finish paint in a year or less time. Maple City Painter is an A+ rated company with the Better Business Bureau, and they have earned this rating with transparent and itemized quotes that include all aspects of the work, including scraping, skim coating, priming, and painting, without any surprises after the task is completed. Families who have experienced our entire ceiling removal and repaint service in Nepean often tell us it was the best upgrade they’ve made to the rest of their home.
What the Ceiling Looks Like After and How We Get It There
Any ceiling removal project’s ultimate aim is a ceiling that appears factory flat under any lighting conditions, even the raking light of the low-angle window that reveals every ridge and imperfection of a hurried job. We then scrub and repair, followed by a complete skim coat for the entire ceiling, sanding multiple times to a smooth finish prior to applying finish paint. Topcoat is applied by roller with a fine-nap sleeve for an even finish without texture marks or lap lines and with a low level of sheen. Homeowners in Stittsville who have allowed this to happen and then view the perfect smooth and evenly painted ceiling say it makes the entire room feel like a different place.
Stop Looking Up at a Ceiling That Belongs in Another Era
If you’ve been putting off ceiling removal because you weren’t sure what it involves or what it costs, a free estimate answers both questions with no commitment required. We’ll visit your home, assess the scope, and tell you exactly what the finished ceiling will look like before we begin. Call Maple City Painter for expert assistance.