Stucco Removal Toronto - Pros and Cons, Tips by Painting Contractor
                     
Pros of Stucco Ceiling Removal: 
Increase Home Value
Since popcorn caps are no longer popular, they can lower a home's value. However, 
many buyers immediately drop their bid price upon seeing a house's popcorn 
ceilings. 
Removing the ceilings and leveling the roofs from the flat surface can increase the 
buyer's interest and, ultimately, the home's value.
Modern Search
Stucco Ceiling Removal Toronto will instantly modernize the look of a home. 
Whether homeowners want to improve the appearance of potential buyers or just 
for their enjoyment, a smooth surface ceiling is considered much more aesthetic.
Economic Renovation
Although the process requires a considerable time commitment, it is a reasonably 
inexpensive remodelling project. Only a few basic sanding, scraping, and painting 
tools are needed. The actual cost will depend on the size of the cap.
Cons of Stucco Ceiling Removal: 
Paint Difficulty
Popcorn ceiling removal is a much more complex process if the 
ceiling has been painted. The removal process begins with 
moisturizing the popcorn material to facilitate removal. 
Because you cannot correctly wet painted popcorn material, it 
needs a more extensive removal process. For that, you need a 
professional painting contractor.
Labor Intensive
Popcorn ceilings can be challenging to remove. It will take 
homeowners several hours --- and probable days --- to complete the 
project, depending on the size of the roof. A ceiling that has been 
painted or contains asbestos will take even more time and work.
How to Remove Popcorn Ceilings 
Protect the space:
Take the time to do the preparation work necessary to protect your space sufficiently. 
It makes a big difference when cleaning up at the end of the project, and it also limits 
your exposure to harmful chemicals. 
First, test your ceiling for asbestos. It is the most crucial step of your project. If your 
roof contains asbestos, discard your DIY plans and hire a professional painting 
contractor to handle asbestos properly.
Remove items from the space. Move your furniture out of the room for easy 
cleaning.
Position of the protective screens. Place drop sheets on each part of the floor, 
securing them to the base moulding to avoid gaps. 
If you are doing only one piece, consider sticking a drop cloth over the door to 
prevent dust from escaping (if you are doing this, be sure to open a window).
Moisten the texture
Moisten the texture of the popcorn to minimize dust 
and loosen it from the drywall. Some people use a 
spray bottle to spray the ceiling, but a pump sprayer 
makes the process a bit easier.
Fill the sprayer. You don't need any particular formula. 
The waterworks is well.
Moisten five square feet at a time. Lightly spray a 
little five foot square before scraping. Do not use too 
much water, as this can damage the underlying 
drywall. If the texture does not itch quickly, spray a 
little more water on the surface.
Wait 10 minutes. Allow the texture to absorb 
moisture for about 10 minutes before scraping off.
Scrape the texture
When the water penetrates enough, the texture should 
fall from the ceiling with a slight scratch.
Put on protective gear. Put on your gloves, mask, and 
safety glasses before scratching.
Scrape in a small square. Start scratching in the area that 
you have moistened. Use your ceiling scraper for ease.
Use your putty and utility knives. For texture in the 
corners and by moulding, scrape with a putty knife. For 
stubborn areas, try using a utility knife to remove them.
Complete the room. Continue to moisten small areas, let 
the water soak in, and then scrape up the texture until 
everything is removed.
Wipe down the ceiling. Use a damp paper towel to wipe 
down the roof. It removes the remaining dust residue.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Toronto
Mas Construction
Painting Contractor
Amos Crescent, Toronto, ON
City - NORTH YORK
Zip - M3H 3X8
+1 647-835-0590
[email protected]
www.mascons.ca