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Popcorn ceilings are a common type of ceiling finish in homes built from the 1950s through the 1980s and later. They were quick to install, making them an affordable option for finishing a ceiling.

Interior design trends shift over time, but one fact that is universally agreed upon is that popcorn ceilings are a big no-no. The outdated textured ceiling format looks unappealing and sloppy.