# 1 – Aesthetics: The main reason to ditch acoustic ceilings is that they just look terrible. Most people don’t like the look of popcorn ceilings. In fact, this style is so unpleasant that in many cases it can reduce the value of a home or even cause people to not buy it. This is especially true in more “hip” cities or neighborhoods. Over the years, the ceiling will also become dusty and will acquire stains that cannot be removed unless the entire ceiling is redone. Because the texture is difficult to paint, some houses have colored walls with white roofs, which only emphasizes the ugliness of it. And if homeowners decide to paint, the brittle nature of the material limits the number of coats that can be coated. Too much thick paint can overload the ceiling and cause some parts to fall off. The simple solution for a more versatile ceiling is to scrape the surface of the popcorn ceiling and give it a smooth finish. This will give it a more attractive look that can be more easily changed according to taste.
# 2 – Health: these types of roofs are very dirty and dusty. Over the years, acoustic ceilings accumulate dust and dirt and there is no way to really clean them. Painting over it also doesn’t clean it up, it helps to trap dirt and it starts to build up more and ruins the ceiling. The dust that accumulates can be inhaled by the inhabitants, causing health problems. Because the material these roofs are made of is very fragile, every time it is disturbed, small particles are released into the air. Not only is this a health threat, it can also make your floors dirty. The only way to clean acoustic ceilings is to remove them and then replace them with something that does not collect dust. So you are taking a porous surface and turning it into a smooth, cleanable surface.
# 3 – Allergies: Allergies decrease substantially once the acoustic ceiling has been removed. Everything you have been allergic to is trapped in the acoustics and if you have allergens on the ceiling you cannot escape. Dust mites are the most common allergy trigger and tend to get stuck in the nooks and crannies of the ceiling. Dusting or vacuuming can help, but is rarely completely efficient. And many times when trying to clean, the surface is disturbed and particles are released into the air, making things worse. With a flat surface, you can rest easy knowing that allergens have one less place to hide.
# 4 – Odors – Acoustic ceilings were created that trap odors by absorbing sound. Unfortunately, they also absorb odors. This can be particularly problematic in the kitchen, where the ceiling is frequently exposed to a variety of strong cooking odors. Smoke and steam carry odors directly to the ceiling, where they are trapped for a long time. Another big problem comes from people who smoke indoors. This not only gives the ceiling a disturbing smell, but also an ugly yellow tint. Once the odors are trapped, there is no way to get rid of them except to get rid of the entire ceiling completely and give it a fresh finish.
# 5 – Outdated – Popcorn ceilings were popular in the 60s and 70s due to their noise reduction properties. But the truth is, soft rugs and solid doors are much more effective, especially in single-story homes. Realizing this, people began to opt for more modern styles. Since the 1980s, the vast majority of homes have not had a popcorn roof. The stippling effect can look especially out of place if a home has had other renovations.