Have you been avoiding the growing layer of dust that's developing on your ceiling vents? HVAC registers placed in the ceiling aren't exactly out of sight, but you may try to put them out of your mind ...

Popcorn ceilings, the nubby bane of many homeowners, became popular after World War II. They were easy to create, added interest to a room, and covered minor flaws in the ceiling. Scraping the texture ...