If the ceiling can stand liquid mix warm water and dish soap to create a cleaning solution.
How to clean popcorn ceiling dust.
Dip a soft cloth in the solution wring it out and use it to gently dab the stains on the ceiling.
Do a final clean up.
How to clean a popcorn ceiling step 1.
Next if your ceiling has stains remove the duct tape and dampen the roller with a little bit of water.
To clean a popcorn ceiling first wrap a paint roller in duct tape with the sticky side of the tape facing up.
Cover your furniture and flooring with large plastic tarps to prevent dust.
Then gently move the roller over the ceiling and the dust on the ceiling will stick to the tape.
Collect all tools and materials in an easily accessible place.
Be careful not to get the ceiling too wet.
Line the floor and surrounding furniture with a tarp where you will begin cleaning the ceiling only if your ceiling has been determined to contain no asbestos.
Carefully dispose of the loose material because it is not safe for pets or children to consume.