No one likes a popcorn ceiling, and skim coating is a great way to cover up that outdated texture. But there are some downsides to tackling this yourself.

Q–My daughter purchased an older home with plaster walls. There are numerous cracks in the walls and ceiling. The plaster appears to be sound. Should she skim over the existing plaster? Will the ...

Popcorn ceiling removal is tedious and potentially harmful for your lungs. Instead, here's how you can use fabric, paint, wood, and more to update your ceiling.