Few things date a home faster than a popcorn ceiling. That bumpy, "cottage cheese" texture was everywhere decades ago, but today it makes rooms feel older, traps dust, and is tough to clean or repair. At Duluth Drywall, we remove popcorn ceilings and resurface them into smooth, bright, modern ceilings that instantly update any room. We serve homeowners throughout Duluth and St. Louis County.
Why Remove Your Popcorn Ceiling?
- Modernizes the room — smooth ceilings look clean, current, and bright.
- Easier to maintain — no more texture trapping dust and cobwebs.
- Better light — smooth ceilings reflect light more evenly than bumpy texture.
- Boosts home value — buyers consistently prefer smooth ceilings.
- Fixes stains & damage — the perfect time to repair old water spots and cracks.
Our Popcorn Ceiling Removal Process
Removing popcorn texture is messy work — done wrong, it leaves gouged drywall and dust through the whole house. We do it the careful way. We protect your floors, walls, and any furniture that stays in the room, then remove the texture, repair the ceiling surface underneath, and finish it smooth. After sanding, your ceiling is left primer- and paint-ready (or we can carry it all the way through finishing). When we're done, we clean up thoroughly so you're left with nothing but a beautiful new ceiling.
Smooth or New Texture — Your Choice
Most homeowners want a clean, flat, smooth ceiling, and that's our most popular option. If you'd prefer a subtle modern texture instead, we can apply a light knockdown or orange peel finish. Either way, our finishing and texturing crew makes sure the result is even and professional from corner to corner.
A Note on Older Ceilings
Popcorn ceilings installed before the 1980s can sometimes contain asbestos. If your home is older and the texture has never been tested, we recommend having it tested before removal. We're happy to talk you through your options and coordinate the safe next steps.
Why Choose Duluth Drywall
We're a locally owned drywall company that takes dust control and cleanup seriously — because popcorn removal lives or dies on how clean the process is. We show up on time, protect your home, and leave you with a flawless smooth ceiling. You'll always get a clear, written estimate up front.
Get a Free Popcorn Ceiling Removal Estimate
Ready to bring your ceilings into this century? Call Duluth Drywall at (218) 752-2200 or fill out the form for your free, no-obligation estimate.