How to get rid of the texture ceiling?

	Despite their popularity in the 1950s, stucco ceilings, sometimes referred to as "popcorn" or "acoustic ceilings", are now less common in homes. Artex, unlike Stucco, is also a popular textured ceiling covering found in homes.
	To remove a textured ceiling, you will need: Protective plastic covers Scraper with long handle Pump garden sprayer filled with water Grinding wheel and 100 grit sandpaper.
	Removing a textured ceiling is not particularly difficult, but can be unpleasant. Make sure you wear protective clothing as paint from the ceiling will fall on you as you scratch.
	Step 1 - Prepare the room Clear the room of all contents, including any hanging electrical appliances. Turn off the power supply in the room at the fuse box.
	Step 2 - Protect the walls and floor Cover the floor with plastic rags. Also protect the wall by hanging rags with masking tape about 5mm below the ceiling.
	Step 3 - Soaking the Ceiling Soften the texture with a light mist of water. Then wait a couple of minutes for the water to soak into the ceiling.
	Step 4 - Use a scraper Scrape the texture away from you to remove it from the ceiling with the scraper.
	Step 5 - Sand Use a sanding wheel with 100 grit sandpaper to remove excess dust and smooth the surface of the ceiling.
	Step 6 - Clean up the clutter Fold up the plastic wrap, picking up the rest of the textured ceiling, and then throw it all away.