If you cringe every time you look up at your dated popcorn ceiling, there is a way to remove the finish entirely, as long as it doesn't contain asbestos.
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12 Tips on How to Remove a Popcorn Ceiling

When learning how to remove popcorn ceilings, scrape a small test area first before committing to all the trouble of prepping ...
Your paint color picks do more than set the mood for your room. They can create an optical illusion to make your room look bigger, smaller, cozier—or even make your ceilings feel taller. And if you're ...