I have approx. 250 sqft of stucco ceiling that I want to be NOT stucco. I could remove the stucco by scraping, etc., or strap and re-drywall, but I heard of a 3rd technique in which 2 or 3 skim coats are applied over the stucco and sanded. I can’t find anyone local who has heard of the technique and all were skeptical that it would work. Has anyone has had success or problems with this method? Thanks. …Hal
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My drywall finish maestro has done it once for me on a master bath redo. He applied several thin coats of set-type (two fast ones one afternoon, then a 45-minute coat the next day), never did do any sanding. I just painted with a 1/2" nap roller (prime + 2 color) and the ceiling looked and stayed beautiful.
He said the trick was to stiff brush off any loose pebbles first so they didn't roll up in your new coat
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