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Replace Popcorn Ceiling --> Best Replacement? samadams_2006 01-02-2007
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Posted by on January 2, 2007, 2:29 am


Hello,

I have a popcorn ceiling that is in need of replacement. Here it is
2007 and I'm wondering what is the most popular ceiling option these
days? I keep hearing the terms "Skip Trowel", "Textured", and "Flat",
but am not sure which of these options is the most "popular" these
days. I'm planning on doing the work myself, so if possible, I would
like an option that does not require a lot of experience, or expensive
equipment to purchase. Are there any good Web Sites out there that can
give you good "how to" information on this subject?

Thanks!


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Posted by Edwin Pawlowski on January 2, 2007, 6:11 am



> Hello,
>
> I have a popcorn ceiling that is in need of replacement. Here it is
> 2007 and I'm wondering what is the most popular ceiling option these
> days? I keep hearing the terms "Skip Trowel", "Textured", and "Flat",
> but am not sure which of these options is the most "popular" these
> days. I'm planning on doing the work myself, so if possible, I would
> like an option that does not require a lot of experience, or expensive
> equipment to purchase. Are there any good Web Sites out there that can
> give you good "how to" information on this subject?

Plain old smooth finish is never out of style, IMO. Just remove the popcorn
and paint.



Posted by Grandpa on January 2, 2007, 8:19 am


Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
>> Hello,
>>
>> I have a popcorn ceiling that is in need of replacement. Here it is
>> 2007 and I'm wondering what is the most popular ceiling option these
>> days? I keep hearing the terms "Skip Trowel", "Textured", and "Flat",
>> but am not sure which of these options is the most "popular" these
>> days. I'm planning on doing the work myself, so if possible, I would
>> like an option that does not require a lot of experience, or expensive
>> equipment to purchase. Are there any good Web Sites out there that can
>> give you good "how to" information on this subject?
>
> Plain old smooth finish is never out of style, IMO. Just remove the popcorn
> and paint.
>
>
Agreed, except that underneath all that popcorn you'll usually find a
half finished tape and mudding job. Plan on "finishing" that job before
you paint. It doesn't require any special tools either.

--
Grandpa

Posted by on January 2, 2007, 8:32 am


I'm told that a plain simple finish shows any imperfections. What
tools and advice can you suggest regarding getting rid of all these
imperfections? I'm thinking of a plain simple white finish, and maybe
putting some crown molding around the edges. Sound good?


Posted by N8N on January 2, 2007, 9:57 am



samadams_2006@yahoo.ca wrote:
> I'm told that a plain simple finish shows any imperfections. What
> tools and advice can you suggest regarding getting rid of all these
> imperfections? I'm thinking of a plain simple white finish, and maybe
> putting some crown molding around the edges. Sound good?

Thin coat of plaster over the whole ceiling? this way there will be
"natural imperfections" due to troweling the plaster on but it will
look good.

nate


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