Since you will be using a far amount of water in thpis project, first be sure to turn of the electricity and check it with circuit tester. Remove all ceiling light fittings. Remove furniture and items in the room.
Seal off the entire room by hanging two millimeter plastic sheets from the crown molding all the way to the floor. Put a window fan in the window for added ventilation. Add a drop cloth with a waterproof backing to the floor.
If the popcorn was added before 1979, get it tested for asbestos by either wetting down a small area with a sponge and scraping off a little to place in a small bag, or by having a professional come out and test it.
Use a basic garden sprayer to wet down the ceiling. This will soften the ceiling texture and help to break down the adhesive bond making scraping easier.
Work in an area about 5 feet square. It’s better to make several passes than to over apply water and allow the popcorn ceiling to absorb too much water which could damage the paper surface and the wallboards underneath.
Wait 10-15 minutes for the water to soak in and then start scraping it off with a ceiling texture scraper.
Use a smaller putty knife to scrape the corners and the crown molding.
Re-cover any Bare Joints Using Joint Compund an Joint Tape.
Re-cover any Bare Joints Using Joint Compund an Joint Tape.
Mix joint compound in a tray and apply along the joint lines. Dip joint tape into water, sqeeze of excess and use a putty knife to press the tape into the joint compound. Smooth off excess
Things you will need
- Pole Sander
- Drywall Sandpaper
- Drop Cloths
- Clear Plastic Sheeting
- Joint Knives
- Drywall Joint Compound
- Sprayer
Provided By:
Wes Roberts
R & M Industries
405-238-0410
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