Steps For Safety Asbestos Popcorn Ceiling

Asbestos popcorn ceilings was a huge part of interior in 70's as it was one of the best option which could hide the imperfections of the ceiling very well. With the usage of polymer type substance or the silicate type material the Asbestos Popcorn Ceiling were applied. But with the passage of time popcorn ceilings cause much complex health problems. Even it has been found as a serious reason of lung cancer. If you found asbestos in your ceiling then proper precaution should be taken in order to avoid health problems.

Precautions

Start with the room checking. If you have doubt that your room ceiling is filled with asbestos material then you shouldn’t stay in that room or live in that room. You should consider calling the professionals as they know to deal with the asbestos material and removing them from your home. Just covering this thing won't be helpful.

Asbestos tests are important for the homes as if the homes are built of 1970's then there are chances that your ceiling contains the asbestos element. Just go online and check by yourself about the asbestos tests. Most of the local GOVT has strict laws about the asbestos in homes so it is important that you consult some professional and let them see what they have to do.

If you found the asbestos in the popcornceilings then it is the time that it should be removed. The removal is not something that easily be completed with single person. There are some special requirements which should be completed in order to remove the ceiling with asbestos. If you don’t have any idea or have a little idea about those then it’s better to avoid doing it by yourself and call the professionals. They won't cost much and wont takes much time.

If you tend to do it by yourself then you shouldn’t scratch the ceiling by yourself. Scratching the ceiling will cause the releasing of the little particles in the air which may be asbestos, and one can inhale easily and thus may suffer from serious health issue later.

If the ceiling remover professionals have completed their work then you should hire some painters because know you will need your ceiling to be painted. Last but not the least is that you should disclose all the asbestos in the ceiling in the document. It is important in some states

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Installation Of Crown Moulding

The crown moulding is the most commonly used decorative ad on for the walls. It comes with variety of material including wood, polyurethane and concrete. The price may vary because of the material that’s why most preferred materials are wood and polyurethane. A number of companies out there provide custom make crown moulding as per the provided specification.

Where do they build?

This is quite simple as the designer sends their measurements to the companies where they are made and they create the moulding for that measurement and then they deliver them to address them provided. Not only that many companies even reach to the location where the moulding work has to be done and they carry out the installation work by themselves.

Application of Moulding

The simple formula behind the installation is that measuring the corner right. The installation can be done by yourself as well if you take the proper care about that. Start with the proper measure. Start with holding the moulding to the place on the wall where it needs to be installed. Position it at its best by using a pencil mark the position.

If you need to cut the readymade moulding to fit into the place, then place it on a holder, and at a 45 degree angle cut it at the length you need.  Before the installation the cut sides should be Smooth out with a sanding block. Now by using something such as joint compound, place the moulding where it is required. After the compound dries, it would be better to add nails in it so that the crown moulding stay fixed strongly in position.

Further Notes:

For better furnishing of the corners it’s better to try and fit the cut the corners properly. And with white mud you can fill the rest of the gaps. You can even use this to fill any other gap that may have arisen. And to make it look much smoother you can use hands or a knife on the excess compound and mud.

Once you have used nail in the moulding you can make the hold much stronger with some more compound by using the putty knife and again you will need to smooth out with the sanding block. Though you can do it by yourself but you can call the professional to get the best of crown moulding in your room.

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DIY Home Improvement the Ceiling Painting for Beginners

If you are thinking about starting the home renovation then it could be quite difficult if you have no idea or haven't done any renovation project before. For the beginners it would better to start some little DIY projects for your home. Though you can even call the experts as well but no way you can feel that pleasure and rewarding feeling of satisfaction while completing it by yourself.

Getting Started:

 Before starting any DIY project start with the collecting or investing on the right tool for you. Start with the nice roller. It would be good of you to have a roller with an extension. You can easily paint the ceiling while standing on the floor or on the ladder. For the texture ceiling you should buy a think nap roller for reaching the bumps or the designs of the ceiling. For the smooth ceilings get roller with the sharp nip for smooth output.

Preparing the Room:

Now it's time to start the task. But before that clear the area as the area could be much massy. Remove the furniture from the room and try to clear as much area as you can for your convenience. It would be better for you to cover the floor tiles, ceiling paintings as well as the paint drops can result in more mess and in some cases can leave mark on floor as well so try to cover the floor with the old news paper of the cover. Also cover the door and window frames as well for more safety.

Primer Application:

Now apply the primer to the ceiling. It is recommended many times as it will help to stay longer the coat of paint and you will only have to apply one coat at a time.

Apply the paint:

Start by painting a 2 to 3 inch strip of paint after the primer has dried with the space where the walls and ceiling are meeting. The method is called the cut in line, and painting with a roller will be much easier, as you will have more manageable border. Start with the corner of the shortest length of ceiling and simply use a brush and a step ladder for this.

Take out the roller and start painting. Paint in a zigzag pattern for better coverage. This is one of the simple ways to complete the task all by you and save bucks as a beginner.

If you had any question in your mind or want more information about Popcorn Ceiling removal contact us.

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Steps to Remove Popcorn Ceiling Texture

There was the time when popcorn ceiling was a thing of innovation and a basic part of interior design. It gives the house a modern and sleek look and at that time it was quite unique way to decorate the interior. But now a day's most the home owners of old or traditional homes where it was used, want this to be removed and they want to do it by themselves. Let's talk about the popcorn texture removal process.

Preparation

Whole process is quite time consuming for a non professional.  Before starting you will need to prepare the place. Starting with the moving the furniture. Move out as much furniture as much you can as the process. You may have some heavy furniture which is not easy to move, so it would be better to cover it with some heavy duty cover. You will also need to cover the walls with the layers of cover as well to avoid any staining.

Make sure your popcorn ceilings are asbestos free. If you are not sure then you should send a sample of your texture to the laboratory and get to know if it is safe to proceed. Or call the professional ceiling removers.

Process

Starting with the applying the water to the ceiling with passes, this is better to let the ceiling soak the water to soften the surface. Water will be helpful in doing the task as the moist texture can easily be scraping off with the joint knife. One thing should be kept in mind that too much water can damage the paper surface of the ceiling and wallboard.

Paint and Prime

If the ceiling was cut while texture removal then use a simple compound joint and skim a thin coat with a knife onto the damage area. Then apply a coat of latex paint when you are finished applying your primer. When the paint has dried, you will need to apply another coat.

Cleaning Up

Once you are done with the task remove the plastic from the walls. You may find some of the texture on the floor but it's not really a big deal it can easily come off. 

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Popcorn Ceiling Removal

For homeowners the popcorn ceiling removal is an option if they are concerned about the presence of asbestos. No doubt that Asbestos is linked to diseases and many of the forms of such asbestos can be found in of 1970's architecture known as cottage cheese or popcorn ceiling. The ceiling where the treatment was done, that resembles the name small, sometimes pointed, bubbles.

Ceiling conditions

• ·       Water Spots

Water stains are caused by the leaky roofs and they also cause the pristine ceilings. There are a range of products in Paint stores, home construction stores and others stores helpful for dealing with the pesky remnants of water damage. A surface of a water spot can be repaired by stain blocking primer which can be applied to it. The home owner can paint the ceiling once the material is dried.

• ·      Stains of Ceiling

Mold is one of the major reasons of spot on the ceiling. The professionals answer to this concern that, a solution of bleach and water. Airborne pollutants molds can be eliminated with this cost effective remedy with very little effort. But one should have it in mind that the result might be varying because of surface. The brown stain should be covered with primer sealer emerges if they appear as opposed to paint. The appearance of the ceiling can remain intact as the stain will bleed through and with sealer.

• ·      Asbestos in Ceiling

For the homeowners that if they find the asbestos found in their ceiling the solutions exist. Pollutants can be breathed by inhabitants when asbestos fibers are exposed to the air, or when you find the damage to the ceiling. The popcorn ceilings removal in these cases is recommended. The ceiling can be removed by a company that offers this service or contacting an asbestos abatement company. By this way the ceiling can be replaced without any potentially dangers DIY actions taken by the homeowner. A sample is tested for the presence of asbestos in a laboratory before starting this.

• ·      Bottom Line

One of multiple treatments homeowners will find necessary is the acoustic or Popcorn ceiling removal. As you have seen above, homeowners can take some of these options by themselves. There may be positive impact your health and your budget if you keep yourself up to date of the new ways to remedy of home construction issues. 

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Questions before Stating Ceiling Removal

It is very common in these days that home owners remove the ceiling. They don't either by themselves or call a contractor. Even though there are numerous contractors which are providing very good services but it is also not very uncommon that many people have been scammed in the name of services. Home owner tend to choose inexpensive home interior services as the value of real state is suffering now a days. So what should they consider before asking for professional help? Here are some points they should ask before hiring any professionals.

Is test compulsory?

First and very important question is to ask. You should have it in mind that under which circumstances your house need to be tested?  House which were built before 1978, they need to get tested. The reason behind this is that the house may have asbestos in it which is found to be very dangerous to health and may lead to cancer. The contractor will send the sample of the Popcorn Ceilings to the lab so they could know if it is safe to proceed or not as the hazardous dust by asbestos will lead to much dangerous problems to health.

Should it be DIY or not?

Another question you will need to ask or may have it in mind that if you can do that by DIY method, it does sound very good as you will be able to save some buck and can complete the whole process by yourself. But most of the time the home owners are not good enough in handling the task and that lead to the more damages of the house areas.

Painted ceiling removal difficult?

Yes. Painted ceiling require more expertise that is why a professional service is required.

How will my house look?

Messy. Yes your house will look like a complete mess. It is better to take your furniture and belonging outside of the house. Though in some cases the owner tend to cover the halls and furniture but still it is better to take them outside.

How much time will it take?

Vary. Every house has different size and shape which is why the ceiling removal process may take a little time or it may be much time consuming. But it also depends upon the professional service too.

 It is better advised that you should do some research before starting and you should hire the reputed company before starting. For more details about PopcornTexture Removal and Stipple Ceiling Removal feels free to contact us. 

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