How Do You Fix A Textured Ceiling?
When you repair cracks, stain damage and other ceiling problems on a textured ceiling, you need to match the ceiling texture as well. If you have the right tools, products and some artistic flair, it is fairly easy to fix a textured ceiling. Step 1 Cover the floor with a drop cloth before working on the ceiling. Scrape away any damaged ceiling texture around the repair area with a putty knife. Step 2 Use a sander with sandpaper to sand the edges around the damaged area. Step 3 Take the putty knife and apply a small amount of drywall compound on the area. Fill it with a smooth coat of this compound and then let it dry. Step 4 Reuse the sander on the area until you have a smooth surface. If it was a stain due to water damage then apply stain sealer over the area and then let it dry. This can prevent bleed through problems in the future. Step 5 Re-texture the area by using a spray texture repair kit. There are many kits available such as acoustic (popcorn effect), orange peel, splatter an
