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 ...

If you have a popcorn ceiling and it's still in good condition but just looking a little dull and uninspiring, you might be ...

Q: I have a popcorn ceiling that has been stained a rust and oil color when a cast-iron pipe leaked. The ceiling is more than 40 years old but is still in perfect condition. I do not know whether ...

Q–When I paint walls and ceilings I use a quality roller and latex flat paint. My problem is that I frequently have trouble with the paint dripping or splattering, especially when I first start to ...

Q: I have a white popcorn ceiling and would like to clean or paint it. Can you help? A: These ceilings are difficult to clean or paint because the popcorn is generally quite soft and can be loosened ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Nubby popcorn ceilings were once a common way to add texture to drywall and diminish the appearance of imperfections at the top of the room.

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With spring here, it might be time for some sprucing up at home. A newly painted surface always exudes a sense of cleanliness and freshness. Let's explore some ceiling-painting techniques. Do you have ...