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No. The popcorn is not well bonded to the ceiling so the paint will have a tendency to peel. Also -- it looks like a glossy popcorn ceiling.
Instead, a service company can easily remove popcorn from your ceiling. It's typically a 1-day, low cost operation, and I highly recommend it. You can do it yourself but it's messy.
One caution: popcorn is applied to hide aesthetic defects in the ceiling construction. Make sure you don't mind uncovering this.
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What can one do with a popcorn ceiling system?
A popcorn ceiling is also known as a cottage cheese ceiling or a Stucco ceiling. It's spray-on paint on ceilings. It was used from 1950 to 1980. Nowadays it's banned because of the health risks.
Are there any benefits or downfalls to having a popcorn ceiling?
When it comes to the popcorn ceiling, there are some downfalls. For one, it is hard to paint over if you wanted to paint it due to the rough surface. Plus it is also rather hard to clean if it gets dirty.
What is the best way to paint popcorn ceilings?
With a long nap roller (3/4" - 1"). And be prepared to go over the ceiling twice, in two different directions. Painting a popcorn ceiling is a real pain - I speak for experience.
Why is it recommended to paint walls with Glossy paint if you have children?
Glossy paints can be cleaned easier, and have higher durability.
How do you fix a water stain on a popcorn ceiling?
Kilz then paint. If the ceiling is damaged you must replace the damaged board then re-stipple/popcorn the repair (hard to match!). No major damage? Kilz then paint! Y-THINK-Y Try this if the water stain does not require replacing sheetrock first. Get some dry popcorn mix (powder and popcorn pebbles together). Add water to measured amount (experiment). Pour mixture into kitchen strainer (the kind you use to strain water off cooked spaghetti). Of course, first put strainer atop empty paint can! The resulting gray liquid that drains off (don't be alarmed that it doesn't look as whiteas your ceiling) can be used like paint to cover the water stain. Roll this liquid onto the ceiling using a 3/4" nap roller. When it drys back it will match your sprayed ceiling if the popcorn formula was the same. I just did it in several different spots and the result was excellent!
How do get dried paint off ceiling and metal?
What kind of dried paint? What is under the paint on the ceiling? ....on the metal?
Can you paint over a semi base paint with semi glossy paint?
Well, in my opinion I personally think that there will be no need to use a semi base paint with semi glossy paint - Therefore, this question is unneeded. Thanks for your time x
Should you Paint ceiling or wall first?
Paint the ceiling first. Work top down.
What is a sleek?
a sleek car is glossy paint job
How do you paint a wall with a popcorn ceiling?
With a roller. Use a 5 gallon bucket with roller grid instead of the cheap flimsy paint trays, they do not work! Put about 1 gal of paint in the bucket and drop the grid in the bucket. This allows you to move your bucket with you instead of refilling the tray and trying to not step into it. Cut in the edges of the ceiling. With a popcorn ceiling this takes some time and steady hands. Next, dip your roller and roll it onto the grid to get the excess paint off of the roller. Now, with a roller pole (pole about 4 feet long screwed into the roller handle), roll onto the ceiling in one direction, not going back over what you painted already. When the wet paint touches the popcorn and soaks into it, it becomes soft and wants to peel off. But, if you roll in one direction and let it dry then you come back and roll the whole ceiling again, in the other direction (think of a basket weave). It will take 2 coats, but it will look right and minimize the popcorn texture from falling off. If the bare sheetrock under the texture was primed before the texture was applied, then there is a far less chance that any texture will come off. But if the bare sheetrock was never primed then its hard for the texture to hold onto the ceiling.
How to Repair a Damaged Popcorn Ceiling?
Popcorn ceilings can be beautiful, however if damaged, the repair can be difficult. It is a method of putting acoustical advantages on the ceiling, yet is easy to apply and relatively cost effective. If you are repairing a hole in the ceiling, the hole needs repair before attempting to repair popcorn ceiling texture. When the damage has occurred from a water leak, the leak needs to be repaired before the ceiling. Ensure there is no other damage created from the leak, such as drywall or sheetrock that is soaked. If so, replace the damaged areas before repairing the ceiling. Create a smooth area around the damaged ceiling by sanding it smooth and removing the popcorn texture that already exists. Use a good primer coat before beginning to repair popcorn ceiling texture, otherwise the new coat of texture may not adhere to the ceiling. Compare the texture to make a match between the old and the new texture. A texture that is placed into paint is the best way to repair popcorn texture. Avoid using the spray on product. Using the paint-on texture method allows control of the product, in terms of the size and concentration needed. Purchase fine, medium or a coarser-grade to blend with your pre-existing ceiling texture. As you are painting the areas that are in need of repair, ensure you coat the areas that aren't in need as well to coat the ceiling uniformly. Before painting on the texture, an extra piece of wood or drywall can be painted with the paint-texture mixture to determine the balance of paint vs. popcorn. Applying the texture with a roller is great for the majority of areas. When the repair spot is too close to a wall, a brush of edging tool can get into the areas the roller is too large for. Roll once across the damaged area and allow to dry. Make a second or third pass through the area, until the spot matches the texture on the rest of the ceiling. Dry thoroughly before vacuuming ceiling or cob-webbing the area.
How do you paint gloss paint with eggshell?
You use a special primer paint like Zinsser that will adhere to glossy paint and allow you to cover it with any type of paint you wish. Ask at your hardware store. They might also recommend that you sand the glossy paint lightly first to help the primer adhere.
