👋 Goodbye Popcorn Ceilings: What You Can Do to Modernize Your Home
Popcorn ceilings had their moment—but for many homeowners in Topeka, Lawrence, and Eudora, that moment has long passed. Whether you’re updating an older home or preparing to sell, removing or refinishing your popcorn ceilings can dramatically modernize your space.
At Graystone Painting & Refinishing, we help homeowners remove, refinish, and repaint popcorn ceilings to create cleaner, brighter, and more stylish interiors.
Here’s everything you need to know about saying goodbye to that outdated texture.
🏠 What Is a Popcorn Ceiling?
Popcorn ceilings—also known as acoustic ceilings—were popular from the 1950s to the 1980s. The texture was sprayed on to hide imperfections, absorb sound, and reduce glare.
Today, they tend to make spaces feel dated and dark. Worse, they can collect dust, trap odors, and make repainting a challenge.
⚠️ Is It Safe to Remove a Popcorn Ceiling?
Before starting any removal project, it’s important to check if the popcorn texture contains asbestos (common in homes built before 1985). If so, it must be tested and, if necessary, professionally abated.
At Graystone Painting, we work with local specialists to ensure your home is safe before any removal begins.
🔨 What Can Be Done About Popcorn Ceilings?
Depending on your budget, timeline, and goals, there are three main options for updating popcorn ceilings:
1. Popcorn Ceiling Removal & Smooth Refinish
We carefully remove the texture, repair any imperfections, and apply a clean, smooth finish.
This is the most popular choice for modernizing a room and increasing home value.
✅ Best for: Homeowners wanting a completely modern, updated ceiling look.
2. Skim Coating Over the Texture
In some cases, we can apply a thin layer of compound over the existing texture to create a flat or lightly textured ceiling without full removal.
This is less messy and more cost-effective.
✅ Best for: Ceilings in good condition without asbestos.
3. Painting Over Popcorn Ceilings
If removal isn’t an option, a fresh coat of paint can at least brighten and refresh the look.
We use specialized rollers and ceiling paint designed for textured surfaces.
✅ Best for: Budget-friendly updates or temporary refreshes.
🎨 Why Hire a Professional?
Popcorn ceiling removal is messy, labor-intensive, and requires proper prep and cleanup. At Graystone Painting & Refinishing, we handle:
Safe containment and protection of your space
Professional removal, patching, and drywall repair
Flawless painting and cleanup
Full interior painting services to match your new ceiling
We serve homeowners throughout Topeka, Lawrence, and Eudora who want to enhance their homes with clean, modern finishes.
🏡 Transform Your Ceilings with Graystone Painting
Removing popcorn ceilings is one of the quickest ways to add value and style to your home. Whether you're remodeling one room or your entire home, our team is here to help—from ceiling to baseboard.
📞 Contact us today to schedule your free estimate for popcorn ceiling removal, ceiling refinishing, or interior painting.
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