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Should you keep orremove a popcorn ceiling?
Meet the Expert
Jordan Fulmeris the owner ofMomentum Property Solutionsbased in Madison, Alabama.
What Are Popcorn Ceilings?
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Popcorn ceilings lost their popularity in the 1990s when it was found that asbestos was a primary binding agent.
If the ceilings are in good shape, you need not worry.
It’s not as popular to have a popcorn ceiling anymore because of the safety issue.
Older popcorn ceilings constructed before the 1980s or 1990s may contain asbestos.
Asbestos exposure may increase the risk of developing cancer.
It costs on average about$2,000 to remove a popcorn ceiling.
With that comes the risk of uncovering asbestos during the messy removal process.
This entails spraying it with specialized vinyl paint or installing new ceiling panels over the existing popcorn ceiling.
Is Asbestos in Your Home?
Take a Look at Popcorn Ceiling.Mesothelioma Guide.
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Are Asbestos Popcorn Ceilings Safe?Mesothelioma Hope.
How Much Does Popcorn Ceiling Removal Cost?HomeAdvisor.
