Yes—cold Kitchener winters do slow ceiling paint drying after popcorn removal, but only moderately. Once texture is scraped and the ceiling is skim-coated, fresh paint typically dries in about 24 hours during warm months; in Kitchener's cold season (roughly November through March, often -5°C to -15°C outside), forced-air furnace heat dries indoor air unevenly, so the surface can feel dry fast while the skim coat underneath still needs 1-3 days to fully cure before a second coat. We run space heaters and dehumidifiers on every winter job across Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge to keep drying on schedule. Call (519) 729-7394 to book your winter removal. Kitchener popcorn ceiling removal · Full Ontario cost guide · See our Google reviews