Looking for painters who will remove popcorn ceilings and repaint in Atlanta?

Popcorn ceilings were popular from the 1950s through the 1980s, but most homeowners today want them gone. The good news is that removal is straightforward when done by a crew that knows the process. The key is doing it safely and leaving you with a smooth, clean ceiling.

Here is how OVO Painting handles popcorn ceiling removal in Atlanta.

Step one is testing. If your home was built before 1980, the texture may contain asbestos. OVO tests the material before any work begins. If asbestos is present, the project follows proper abatement protocols to keep your family safe. This step is not optional and should never be skipped.

Step two is prep. Your crew covers your floors and furniture with protective sheeting. Popcorn removal creates dust and debris, so thorough protection of your belongings is essential. The room is sealed off from the rest of your home to contain the mess.

Step three is scraping. Your crew wets the ceiling to soften the texture, then scrapes it off section by section. This reveals the drywall underneath, which usually has imperfections that need attention.

Step four is skim coating. After scraping, the ceiling surface is not perfectly smooth. Your crew applies a thin layer of joint compound across the entire ceiling, sands it smooth, and repeats if needed. This is the step that separates a professional result from a DIY attempt. Skim coating takes patience and skill, and it is the reason your finished ceiling looks flat and even.

Step five is priming and painting. A quality primer seals the fresh surface, and two coats of ceiling paint give you a clean, modern finish. The result is a smooth ceiling that opens up the room and makes it feel updated.

For most rooms, the full process takes one to two days per ceiling depending on size and condition. OVO Painting has completed 250+ projects across Atlanta with a 5.0-star Google rating across 130+ 5-star reviews. Every project includes a dedicated project manager, fixed pricing, and a 5 to 10-year written warranty.

Call (404) 630-2720 or fill out the form above for your free estimate.