Modern ceilings with careful containment and cleanup
Popcorn Ceiling Removal & Smooth Ceiling Finishing
Update your ceilings by removing outdated popcorn texture. Our professional popcorn texture removal service creates a smooth, modern ceiling that brightens your space and increases your home's value. We handle this messy process with minimal disruption to your home.
Recent work
Real Twin Cities projects — painted by Cody, the owner.
Service Features
- Complete containment and dust control
- Thorough surface preparation
- Professional scraping and removal
- Surface repair and patching
- Smooth finishing and priming
- Final painting with quality ceiling paint
What is popcorn texture removal and who does it near me?
We remove popcorn and acoustic ceiling texture in Twin Cities homes and refinish the ceiling smooth, including asbestos testing on pre-1980 homes before any scraping begins.
Advanced Painting Services · Shoreview, MN 55126 · 763-290-2786 · Free estimates, typically returned within 24 hours.
Popcorn Texture Removal: our step-by-step process
The exact chronological order we work in on a typical Twin Cities project.
- 1
Age check and asbestos test · Day 0
Ceilings installed before roughly 1980 are sampled and lab-tested before we touch them. If it's positive, we stop and refer you to a licensed abatement contractor.
- 2
Full containment · Day 1 · 2 hours
Floors and walls are covered in plastic, doorways are sealed, and light fixtures and ceiling fans are removed. Popcorn removal is wet, messy work — containment is everything.
- 3
Wet and scrape the texture · Day 1
The ceiling is misted in sections and scraped with a wide blade so the texture releases in sheets instead of dust clouds.
- 4
Skim and repair the substrate · Days 2–3
Exposed seams, tape lines, and gouges are re-taped and skim-coated — usually two to three coats — because ceilings under texture were rarely finished to Level 4.
- 5
Sand smooth and prime · Day 3
Vacuum-assisted sanding to a smooth or Level 5 finish, followed by a sealing primer so the flat ceiling paint doesn't flash over patched areas.
- 6
Paint the ceiling and reset fixtures · Day 4
Two coats of flat ceiling paint sprayed for a uniform surface, fixtures and fans reinstalled, and containment removed and hauled away.
The exact products we use for popcorn texture removal
No mystery buckets — every project is spec'd with named, commercially available materials.
Sherwin-Williams ProMar 200 Ceiling Flat
Dead-flat ceiling finish that hides substrate variation.
USG all-purpose and setting compounds
Skim coating the ceiling after texture removal.
Sherwin-Williams drywall primer/sealer
Preventing flashing over freshly skimmed areas.
6-mil poly containment and negative air
Keeping wet texture debris and dust out of the rest of the home.
Where we provide popcorn texture removal
Based in Shoreview, MN — we serve these Twin Cities communities directly:
- Shoreview, MN
- Vadnais Heights, MN
- Arden Hills, MN
- White Bear Lake, MN
- Roseville, MN
- St. Paul, MN
- Minneapolis, MN
- Blaine, MN
- Maple Grove, MN
- Woodbury, MN
- Bloomington, MN
- Eden Prairie, MN
- Plymouth, MN
- Edina, MN
- Lino Lakes, MN
Don't see your city? View all 41 service areas or request a free popcorn texture removal estimate.
What popcorn texture removal typically costs in the Twin Cities
Popcorn ceiling removal, priced by room size, including skim, sand, prime, and paint.
Single room ceiling
$400 – $900
Scrape, skim smooth, prime, and paint.
Main level ceilings
$1,500 – $3,500
Connected living spaces done together with full containment.
Whole house
$3,000 – $6,500
Every ceiling smoothed, primed, and finished.
These are typical Twin Cities ranges, not quotes. Cody measures your actual space and gives you a written line-item estimate before any work is scheduled.
- Homes built before 1980 should have the texture tested for asbestos before scraping — we'll tell you when that applies.
- Full plastic containment and floor protection keeps the dust in the room being worked on.
Why Twin Cities Homeowners Trust Us
Owner-Operated
Cody personally oversees every job—no subcontractors
$1M Liability Insurance
Fully insured for your complete protection
15+ Years Experience
Trusted by Twin Cities homeowners since 2010
4.9-Star Rating
Consistently excellent reviews from customers
3-Year Warranty
Written guarantee on all our work
On-Time Completion
We respect your schedule and meet deadlines
Popcorn Ceiling Removal Projects
Modernize any room with smooth ceilings
Whole House
Complete ceiling transformation
Living Rooms
High-impact main living spaces
Bedrooms
Peaceful, modern bedroom ceilings
Basements
Lower level ceiling updates
Hallways
Connecting space refreshes
Pre-1980 Homes
Safe asbestos testing included
Vaulted Ceilings
Dramatic ceiling makeovers
Home Sale Prep
Pre-listing updates
Ceiling & Texture Expertise
From removal to custom application
Safe Popcorn Removal
Professional containment and removal process with asbestos testing for older homes.
- Complete room protection
- Asbestos testing coordination
- Minimal dust escape
- Thorough cleanup included
Texture Matching
Expert matching of any existing texture for additions, repairs, and partial updates.
- All texture styles
- Seamless blending
- New construction quality
- Repair invisibility
Smooth Finishing
Level 5 smooth finish that's perfect for modern, clean aesthetics.
- Multiple skim coats
- Perfect smoothness
- Paint-ready surface
- Modern appearance
Professional vs. DIY Ceiling Work
Why ceiling projects need expertise
| Feature | Advanced Painting LLC | Other Contractors |
|---|---|---|
| Proper containment for mess control | Messy process | |
| Asbestos testing coordination | Often overlooked | |
| Smooth, professional finish | Visible imperfections | |
| Even texture application | Inconsistent results | |
| Complete priming and painting | Additional cost | |
| Physical difficulty (overhead work) | We handle it | Exhausting |
| Proper tools and equipment | Improvised | |
| Warranty on finish |
What Our Customers Say
4.9 · 69 Google reviews
Real reviews from Twin Cities homeowners
"Our 1978 rambler had popcorn ceilings throughout. They tested for asbestos first (thankfully negative), then transformed every ceiling to smooth. The house looks 40 years newer."
Carol & Dennis W.
Shoreview, MN
Whole-house popcorn removal
"We needed the texture in our addition to match the rest of the house perfectly. Their knockdown texture is indistinguishable from the original work. Very impressed."
Michelle R.
Vadnais Heights, MN
Addition texture matching
"The containment they set up was impressive—plastic everywhere, taped seams. Despite all that scraping, our furniture and floors were completely protected. Great cleanup too."
Tim & Sarah L.
White Bear Lake, MN
Living room popcorn removal
Why Choose Advanced Painting?
We remove popcorn ceilings throughout the northern Twin Cities metro. Many homes built in the 1960s-1980s in Shoreview, Roseville, Maplewood, and surrounding areas still have these dated textures. Our clean removal process transforms your rooms with modern, smooth ceilings.
Benefits of Professional Popcorn Texture Removal
Popcorn ceiling removal is a messy process, but our containment procedures minimize dust throughout your home. This service typically takes 2-3 days per room depending on size and complexity. For homes built before 1980, we recommend asbestos testing before removal as a safety precaution. After removal, we can apply a modern flat finish or subtle texture like a light knockdown if desired.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about our popcorn texture removal services
QHow long does popcorn ceiling removal take?
Most rooms take 2-3 days including removal, skim coating, and painting. Larger rooms or those requiring extensive repairs may take longer. We'll provide a specific timeline during your estimate. Texturing Services Shoreview MN is often a helpful next step for a complete, paint-ready result.
QDo I need to test for asbestos before removal?
For homes built before 1980, we strongly recommend asbestos testing before any scraping. We can coordinate testing through a certified lab. If asbestos is present, specialized removal is required for safety. Drywall Repair Shoreview MN is often a helpful next step for a complete, paint-ready result.
QWhat finish options are available after removal?
We typically apply a smooth, flat finish that's popular in modern homes. If you prefer some texture, we offer light knockdown or orange peel options. We'll show you samples so you can choose what works best for your space. Interior Painting Shoreview MN is often a helpful next step for a complete, paint-ready result.
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