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Interior & Exterior Painting Services
Halifax | Dartmouth | Bedford | Sackville
Residential & Commercial Painting Across HRM
Popcorn Ceiling Removal
Elevate Your Ceiling. Modernize Your Space.
It's old, it's dated, you hate it - and so do we. Say goodbye to that stale stucco texture, and hello to smooth, modern ceilings. At Rolling Thunder Painting Company, we help transform homes across HRM by removing outdated textures and leaving behind fresh, fearless finishes. Whether you're refreshing a Bayer's Lake bungalow, or restoring a custom-built Bedford beauty, a flawless ceiling sets the tone for the space you deserve.
Popcorn ceiling removal is messy work - it requires removal of furniture when possible, and extreme care in covering floors and anything else that stays. Let us handle the mess - and the stress - you just enjoy the results.
Our Popcorn Removal Process
Any furnishings, decorations, valuables, etc., must first be removed from the room. All floors and fixed surfaces are covered with professional-grade protection to ensure a clean, damage-free worksite. Adjacent rooms are sealed off to keep dust and debris contained.
We lightly dampen the texture to ease the removal process and to help prevent any damage to the drywall underneath.
Using professional tools, we remove the texture cleanly and efficiently.
Once the texture has been removed and smoothed to the best of our ability, we repair any imperfections and then give the entire ceiling a skim coat of professional-grade drywall mud to create a fresh, flat surface.
Once fully dry and sanded smooth, we apply a high-quality primer, followed by two full, even coats of premium ceiling paint, specifically formulated for flat finishes, and thunderous results - the Rolling Thunder way.
Find out how we transform your ceiling with paint here.
1. Protection & Containment
2. Texture softening
3. Scraping/sanding
4. Surface repair
5. Prime & Paint
Don't settle for outdated.
Let Rolling Thunder raise the bar - and the ceiling - in your space today.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal FAQ
How much does popcorn ceiling removal cost in Halifax? Popcorn ceiling removal pricing depends on factors like ceiling height, room size, texture thickness, accessibility, and if the surface is previously painted. Each space is assessed per-job and priced accordingly.
Do I need to test my popcorn ceiling for asbestos? If your home was built before the early 1990's and the ceiling hasn't been previously tested or disturbed, testing is strongly recommended before any removal. This helps protect everyone involved and ensures the work is approached responsibly.
Will I need to leave my home during popcorn ceiling removal? In most cases, no. However, the affected areas may need to be temporarily closed off while work is underway.
Is popcorn ceiling removal messy? Popcorn ceiling removal is messy when not properly contained. We use floor protection, plastic containment, and controlled removal techniques to minimize dust and debris and keep the rest of your home protected.
How long does popcorn ceiling removal take? The timeline depends on the size of the area, ceiling height, texture condition, and whether repairs or skim coating are required. Some rooms can be completed in a day, while others make take longer.
When is the best time to remove popcorn ceilings? Popcorn ceiling removal is a year-round service best done before repainting, renovating, or updating lighting, as removal and finishing work can affect surrounding surfaces. Planning popcorn removal early in a project allows for proper prep, repairs and a smooth final finish.
Check out our full Interior Painting Services to see how we transform the rest of your space to compliment that brand new ceiling!