Give your home a modern makeover by removing the popcorn ceilings with these simple DIY steps.

3. Scrape. Hold a flat-edged metal scraper to the ceiling at an angle and gently slide the popcorn texture off. Use a putty knife to tackle hard-to-reach edges.

Popcorn ceilings can seriously diminish a room's appeal, but covering them with adhesive tiles is an easy and quick fix that doesn't require stressful removal.

Scrape the ceiling in small sections using the paint scraper. The Home Depot experts recommend using a small putty knife to scrape around corners and crown molding.

If you're ready to remove those dated popcorn ceilings in your house, we got you. Here are six simple steps to do it yourself.