"You know what's a fun DIY weekend project? Scraping my popcorn ceilings!" said no one, ever. Between testing your popcorn ceilings for asbestos and enduring the subsequent avalanche of falling debris ...

Nothing makes a home feel more dated than popcorn ceilings. These textured surfaces, popular in the mid-to-late-20th century, are now considered a major design nightmare. Not only are they ...

Popcorn ceilings, the nubby bane of many homeowners, became popular after World War II. They were easy to create, added interest to a room, and covered minor flaws in the ceiling. Scraping the texture ...

Margaret Wack is a freelance writer covering home improvement, personal finance and other topics. She has written for brands and publications including Angi, Homeadvisor, Thumbtack, WSJ Buy Side, US ...

Although they often get a bad rap, there are several things to appreciate about popcorn ceilings. For example, the texture hides dents, cracks, and other blemishes, and they are highly effective at ...