How do I redo a popcorn ceiling?

Other than scraping off popcorn ceilings and redoing, are there any other suggestions for a bathroom ceiling with high moisture?

  4 answers
  • Edward J Hefner Edward J Hefner on Feb 17, 2019

    You need to install an exhaust fan in the bathroom to get the moisture out popcorn ceilings are not ideal for bathrooms another way is to drywall over the popcorn ceiling I did mine and it’s much nicer the end results will make you much happier ,and will solve your problem good luck

  • Ken Erickson Ken Erickson on Feb 17, 2019

    I would like to shoot the person that invented popcorn ceilings.  Either cover it or scape it off. Paint ceiling with a good latex enamel paint to resist moisture.

  • Lifestyles Homes Lifestyles Homes on Feb 17, 2019

    Veneer over the popcorn ceilings with water resistant drywall. It's called "green board", "purple board" or "blue board" depending on whose brand it is. Paint the ceilings Satin, at a minimum and I prefer semi-gloss.

    Your new fan must be at least 70 CFM, by Code. Spend the $ on Low Sones fan - you are worth it!

  • Linda Sikut Linda Sikut on Feb 17, 2019

    Hi Kathreen,

    I agree with Edward about installing an exhaust fan. I also agree that popcorn ceilings are not a good match for a bathroom, but before you take it down, please remember to check to see if it has asbestos. You can buy kits at a hardware store or a store like Home Depot or Lowes to test for asbestos. If you find that it's there, you'll need to look up federal guidelines for removal or covering to be safe. In addition to dry wall, you can use ceiling tiles, bead board or even wood to cover your ceiling. It depends on what you like. If it doesn't have asbestos and you take the popcorn part down, be sure to cover EVERYTHING with tarps to catch the mess. Trust me it's worth it. I only know because we did that in our home. We taped tarps along the ceiling edge and let them drape to the floor, then covered the entire floor and anything that couldn't be removed from the room. Don't forget the doorways. Once the popcorn is down, you might just be able to paint the ceiling underneath. It depends on what condition you find when the popcorn is gone. I hope these tips and ideas help you. Wishing you the best.