6 Tips to Choose a Perfect Ceiling

If you are like most homeowners who are thinking about painting their ceilings, you probably have spent a lot of time thinking about different aspects of your ceiling. Like how much ceiling space you have? How to get it done? How to refresh your walls? Ceilings are just walls, consider them a top wall. Just as how you want to refresh your interior wall paint now and then, you need to refresh your ceiling paint as well. Many of the homeowners want to add a brand new dimension to a room by painting the ceiling differently than the other walls in the room. In this blog post, we are sharing the best expert-approved tips for a perfectly painted ceiling.

CLEAR OUT SPACE- It’s obvious! But you need to clear out space before you decide to paint the ceiling of your room. It is the best way to avoid creating a mess and to protect your valuables. This way you won’t need to worry about getting paint drips. If you can’t move your furniture to a different room, at least shift it to the middle of the room and cover it with a drop cloth.

PROTECT YOUR EDGES AND FLOORS- Make sure to tape canvas or clothes to the edges of your floor to protect them from any paint drips. Using painter tapes to line up the edge of anything you don’t want to get paint on, like walls with a different color, lights, fans, trims that connects to the ceiling. It is important, so do not skip this step.

DIVIDE THE CEILING INTO SMALL SPACES- When you are getting ready mentally to paint the room ceiling, try to divide the ceiling into small spaces. You don’t need to paint long lines across the complete ceiling; this method creates really bad results. Instead, you need to paint in large patches and paint the ceiling as you go on.

Another very helpful thing is to cut the edges and corners of the spaces. Especially, if you are using the same color for the walls and ceilings. Do this process before you start painting your space.

CHOOSE THE RIGHT ROLLERS- Make sure that you are using light roller cages as they are easy to hold and use. While there are some ceilings that can be painted using a ladder, other ceilings might need a roller extender. So you need to remember this when you are out to buy the paint supplies. Always keep in mind, longer naps on a roller are used for textured surfaces so you need to plan accordingly.

USE APPROPRIATE ROLLING TECHNIQUES- We already mentioned painting in small sections. It is important to paint by gradually drawing the roller close to you and by applying equal pressure as you go ahead. As for the next strip, you need to make sure that there is a little overlap with some wet paint which helps in preventing the paint marks. You don’t have to force yourself to create straight lines because that might end up looking a little weird. Just calm down and take your time.

SECOND COAT ONLY IF NECESSARY- Ceiling paint might look different when it dries out, especially when it gets the sunlight and the ceiling lights. It is best to wait for the paint to dry and check how it looks once it is completely dried out. Apply a second coat only if it is necessary.

Painting your house might seem overwhelming to many, which is why we are here to help. Creative Paints can provide you with absolutely anything which you need to paint your dream home. Our professionals can guide you with more information when you’re ready to take on your painting project.