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Popcorn ceilings, also known as textured, stippled, or acoustic ceilings, were commonly used in New Zealand homes and buildings from the 1960s to the 1990s. While the style has long fallen out of favour, many of these ceilings may still contain asbestos.
Popcorn ceilings, also known as textured, stippled, or acoustic ceilings, were commonly used in New Zealand homes and buildings from the 1960s to the 1990s. While the style has long fallen out of favour, many of these ceilings may still contain asbestos.
What looks like a decorative textured ceiling might be something more serious. If your popcorn ceiling contains asbestos, disturbing it could release harmful fibres into your home. AR Plus can help you find out what you're dealing with — and take care of it safely, from testing through to licensed removal.
What looks like a decorative textured ceiling might be something more serious. Asbestos was often added to ceiling coatings for its acoustic value, fire resistance and insulation.
AR Plus can help you find out what you're dealing with — and take care of it safely, from testing through to licensed removal.
The containment process begins in a room which requires the removal of an asbestos "popcorn" ceiling coating.
If your property was built or renovated before 1990, and your ceiling has:
…it’s best to book a professional test before touching it. AR Plus can arrange testing via a qualified laboratory and help you understand the results and options.
Airborne asbestos fibres are invisible and dangerous when inhaled. Always seek professional advice before starting ceiling repairs or removal.
Even if your ceiling tests clear of asbestos, AR Plus can still help. Many of our clients choose to remove textured ceiling coatings for visual appeal, ease of cleaning, or to modernise their property.
We offer complete popcorn ceiling removal, followed by professional ceiling renovation — including new GIB installation, decorative cornice/GIB cove, plastering, painting, and repair. This is especially useful during home makeovers or commercial upgrades, where a fresh, smooth ceiling makes a major difference to the overall finish.
Learn more about our Ceiling Restoration services.
We understand the importance of finishing the job properly. Our popcorn ceiling removal service includes the following:
If your home was built or renovated before 1990 and features a textured, stippled, or “popcorn” ceiling, there’s a chance it contains asbestos. The only way to confirm is to have a sample professionally tested, and we can arrange this for you. For more information, have a read of our article How to Tell if Your Popcorn Ceiling Contains Asbestos
No. Disturbing a potentially asbestos-containing surface can release harmful fibres into the air. Asbestos testing should only be carried out by trained professionals with safety controls in place.
Concerned about your ceiling? Whether you’re planning renovations, refreshing a tired interior, or managing property maintenance, we can help. Contact our experienced team to arrange testing or request a quote for popcorn ceiling removal and ceiling restoration.
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