Fill a spray bottle with warm water, then spray one small section (square feet) of ceiling at a time. Let it sit for about minutes. Nov To make scraping off the popcorn texture easier, experts suggest lightly misting the ceiling with a garden pump sprayer.
Work in small 4-inch-by-4. To remove the popcorn, glide your putty knife across the surface moving slowly with long strokes in one direction. This will help prevent the corners of the knife. Removing a popcorn ceiling is simple with the right tools and supplies.
You can easily identify popcorn. Aug Uploaded by The Home Depot Removing Popcorn Texture? Learn how to safely and cleanly remove a textured popcorn ceiling, and safety concerns involving asbestos and lead paint. Popcorn ceiling removal tips for DIYers – how to make it faster, easier and less messy.