Repair Drywall Ceilings

Repair Stained Drywall Ceiling

To repair a drywall ceiling that simply has a water stain on it, apply a stain sealer to the stain and then simply paint over the stain. For best results, paint the entire ceiling using a paint roller. Before making the drywall ceiling repair, however, make sure the source of the stain has been addressed, e.g. fix the leaking roof first.

Before repairing a drywall ceiling with popcorn texture confirm that the popcorn texture was applied after 1978. Popcorn ceilings, prior to 1979 may have asbestos in it. If you are unsure contact an asbestos abatement contractor to test a few samples of the popcorn ceiling.

Assuming the popcorn ceiling is asbestos free, simply apply a bin sealer and paint over the stained popcorn ceiling, if it is indeed a stain that is the issue.

Make sure, however, to not apply too much paint to the affected area so that the popcorn ceiling becomes sopped in paint. If you do, it may peel off and you will need to modify your drywall ceiling repair plans.

If your ceiling has a skip troweled surface, then use a slightly water downed joint compound mixture and a drywall taping knife or sponge to create the desired finished ceiling texture. Again, after the joint compound has dried paint over the repaired drywall ceiling area.