Q:We have a "popcorn" ceiling that hasn't been painted for more than two decades, and, although it looks fairly stable, it seems to be dropping powder, which we fear could be asbestos. We would like ...

"You know what's a fun DIY weekend project? Scraping my popcorn ceilings!" said no one, ever. Between testing your popcorn ceilings for asbestos and enduring the subsequent avalanche of falling debris ...

Nothing dates a home quite like popcorn ceilings. Mostly popular from the 1950s to the 1980s, the texture of popcorn ceilings usually feels shabby rather than unique. Plus, given their lack of ...

If you have one or more popcorn ceilings in your home, you understand how difficult it can be to maintain and clean this type of material. This style of ceiling design, known for its textured ...

Popcorn ceilings are not ranking on any popular trend lists. It's difficult to imagine how they were ever popular, but they do seem to be everywhere, so someone liked them at some point. Regardless of ...

Popcorn ceilings may not be as common in new builds today, but plenty of homes still have them, especially older ones. They can look surprisingly good when they're well cared for, so it's no surprise ...

If your home has popcorn ceilings, the chances are good that you've considered removing them. Not only is the style outdated, but some popcorn ceilings are also contaminated with asbestos. Luckily, ...

The ceilings have a "popcorn" finish, which I'm sure contains asbestos. The complex was built in the early '70s. Should I have a HazMat service evaluate or just bring in a contractor to remove the old ...

Popcorn ceilings can be unsightly, reduce the value of your home, and can even be dangerous. Here’s how to get rid of them. Popcorn may be great at a movie theater matinee, but popcorn ceilings in a ...

As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...