Popcorn ceiling

A popcorn ceiling is a bumpy and textured ceiling that looks a little bit like popcorn. It's called this because the texture looks a bit like the bumpy surface of popcorn.

Popcorn ceilings were very popular in the 1960s and 1970s, and many homes from that time still have them. They were popular because they were an easy and inexpensive way to cover up imperfections in a ceiling.

To create a popcorn ceiling, a special type of paint is used that contains small pieces of material, like Styrofoam or perlite. When this paint is applied to the ceiling, it creates the bumpy texture that we see as a popcorn ceiling.

While popcorn ceilings were popular in the past, many people don't like them anymore. This is because they can be difficult to clean and can trap dust and other allergens. Additionally, many people find them unattractive and outdated.

Removing a popcorn ceiling can be a difficult and messy job. It involves scraping off the textured material and then sanding and smoothing the ceiling underneath. Because of the mess and the potential for asbestos exposure (as many older popcorn ceilings contain asbestos), it's often best to hire a professional to remove a popcorn ceiling.