"Eli and team were timely and professional. The whole process from start to finish was super easy and they did a really n…"
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal in Cincinnati
Your Popcorn Ceiling Removal Project, From Consultation to Completion
Those textured popcorn ceilings date a Cincinnati home the moment you walk in, common in West Chester Township and Mason houses built decades back. Scraping them smooth instantly modernizes a room and brightens the whole space.
We test for asbestos in pre-1980 Cincinnati homes, evaluate the ceiling substrate condition, and discuss your preferred finish, smooth flat ceiling or a light modern texture.
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Ceiling Assessment. We test for asbestos in pre-1980 Cincinnati homes, evaluate the ceiling substrate condition, and discuss your preferred finish, smooth flat ceiling or a light modern texture.
We protect your furniture and floors with full-room containment, wet-scrape the popcorn ceiling texture, skim-coat to a smooth finish, and sand for a perfectly flat, paint-ready surface.
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Remove & Smooth. We protect your furniture and floors with full-room containment, wet-scrape the popcorn ceiling texture, skim-coat to a smooth finish, and sand for a perfectly flat, paint-ready surface.
The smooth ceiling is primed and painted with premium flat ceiling paint for a clean, modern look that transforms the entire room and adds value to your Cincinnati home.
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Prime & Paint. The smooth ceiling is primed and painted with premium flat ceiling paint for a clean, modern look that transforms the entire room and adds value to your Cincinnati home.
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"Eli and John were fantastic to work with and very responsive. The house turned out fantastic! Our neighborhood facebook…"
Jason Pierce
"We needed to have our dining room, entry way, 2 story great room, breakfast room and upper hallway painted. We just need…"
Krista McKenna
"Consultation was smooth, John and Eli were extremely helpful throughout. The project was completed within the time frame…"
Chris Meyer
"Eli and team were timely and professional. The whole process from start to finish was super easy and they did a really n…"
Tara Thal
"Eli and John were fantastic to work with and very responsive. The house turned out fantastic! Our neighborhood facebook…"
Jason Pierce
"We needed to have our dining room, entry way, 2 story great room, breakfast room and upper hallway painted. We just need…"
Krista McKenna
"Consultation was smooth, John and Eli were extremely helpful throughout. The project was completed within the time frame…"
Chris Meyer
"Very professional. Showed up on time, finished on schedule and left everything neat and tidy. Will definitely be using t…"
Connie Cornett
"Eli Boyd does great work!"
Chuck Hollis
"John's crew did an excellent job at a reasonable price. The crew was very polite, did what they quoted and ask questions…"
Robert Turner
"Great communication, punctuality, work is top notch! This company will not let you down!"
Tony Griffith
"I was very pleased with the quality of painting work done in my home. They patched holes and prepped, then painted ceili…"
Kelly Potter
"Second time using That 1 Painter. They painted 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Once again they did a great job. Thank you to…"
Leslie Keller
"We hired That 1 Painter to paint our entire house, and the results were absolutely outstanding from start to finish. The…"
Jason Burkhardt
"So grateful to be introduced to this company! Eli was great to work with… professional, kind and honest about the water…"
Debbie Boyd
What Popcorn Ceiling Removal Costs in Cincinnati (2026)
107%
Maximum ROI on popcorn ceiling removal
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70–80%
Typical investment recouped at resale
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$1,985
Average professional removal cost
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal for Cincinnati Homes
Popcorn ceilings still show up on plenty of older Blue Ash, Kenwood, and Anderson Township homes, and the removal work is the single biggest visual upgrade an interior can take. Once the texture is scraped, skimmed, primed, and painted flat, the room reads dramatically taller and more current under LED lighting. Homes built before the mid-1980s can carry asbestos in the texture, so testing through a certified lab clears the ceiling before any scraping begins.
Containment is what makes this scope livable in an occupied home. Floors, walls, and any remaining furniture are fully masked, and the work area is contained so scraping debris stays out of the rest of the home. Ceilings are wetted where appropriate so texture releases cleanly rather than tearing paper, and daily cleanup keeps the home usable while a room is worked.
Most homeowners choose a smooth or very light knockdown ceiling once the popcorn is off. Ceiling paint is chosen for a flat, uniform look, and the scope pairs cleanly with any interior painting already scheduled. Where the removal exposed cracks or dings, drywall repair is folded in so the whole ceiling returns as one clean surface.
Our 3-Year Warranty
Your peace of mind, at the top of mind with our three-year transferable warranty. Covers the painting job, even if you sell the house.
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal FAQs in Cincinnati
We mask floors and walls thoroughly on every Montgomery and Lebanon job, so the scraping and cleanup stay contained and your home is left tidy.
A smooth, freshly painted ceiling. We skim, sand, and finish the surface in Glendale, Maineville, and across Cincinnati so it looks like it was always flat.
Popcorn Ceiling Removal Resources
Expert tips, how-to guides, and inspiration for your next popcorn ceiling removal project.
Is Popcorn Ceiling Removal Worth It?
Removing popcorn ceilings modernizes your home and can increase value by 1–3% in Cincinnati's market.
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Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What Cincinnati Homeowners Need to Know
Homes built before 1980 may contain asbestos in popcorn ceilings. Here's what to do before removal.
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Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost Breakdown
Professional removal typically costs $1–$3 per square foot, including skim coating and painting.
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Is Popcorn Ceiling Removal Worth It?
Removing popcorn ceilings modernizes your home and can increase value by 1–3% in Cincinnati's market.
Read More →Popcorn Ceiling Asbestos: What Cincinnati Homeowners Need to Know
Homes built before 1980 may contain asbestos in popcorn ceilings. Here's what to do before removal.
Read More →Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost Breakdown
Professional removal typically costs $1–$3 per square foot, including skim coating and painting.
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