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**SABL** · 11-13-2008, 08:43 AM

Hi dm,

I sure don't envy you!! Perhaps a wide paint scraper could speed up the process??

http://www.paintstoreonline.com/cgi-...tml?p_catid=54

Just an example of what I am refering to.

If the popcorn is water based you won't have much luck with any type of "spirits". Try removing dried cola or any type of other soft drink with any solvent. It likely won't happen... but try water and it will clean rather easily. Acetone?? Highly flammable and not recommended for indoor use in confined areas.

The popcorn has bonded with the extra thick layer of joint/spackling compound at the drywall joints and will more than likely require the use of mechanical means to remove the offending substance. The only thing I can think of is the scraper or some coarse sandpaper. Caution must be used to avoid damage to the paper surface of the drywall or extensive spackling will be required.... no fun.

What I would try is scraping the high spots (the actual texture) and finish with a drywall sander with "screen cloth" which is available in various grits.

http://www.paintstoreonline.com/cgi-...d=625&p_catid=

Best of luck,
SABL

11-13-2008, 08:43 AM	#2 (permalink)
SABL Moderator Relaxation Room Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Galena, Ohio Posts: 1,229 OS: WinXP SP3	Re: Popcorn finish not coming off the ceiling Hi dm, I sure don't envy you!! Perhaps a wide paint scraper could speed up the process?? http://www.paintstoreonline.com/cgi-...tml?p_catid=54 Just an example of what I am refering to. If the popcorn is water based you won't have much luck with any type of "spirits". Try removing dried cola or any type of other soft drink with any solvent. It likely won't happen... but try water and it will clean rather easily. Acetone?? Highly flammable and not recommended for indoor use in confined areas. The popcorn has bonded with the extra thick layer of joint/spackling compound at the drywall joints and will more than likely require the use of mechanical means to remove the offending substance. The only thing I can think of is the scraper or some coarse sandpaper. Caution must be used to avoid damage to the paper surface of the drywall or extensive spackling will be required.... no fun. What I would try is scraping the high spots (the actual texture) and finish with a drywall sander with "screen cloth" which is available in various grits. http://www.paintstoreonline.com/cgi-...d=625&p_catid= Best of luck, SABL