If the beam is rough sawn, you are probably out of luck. It will never look as if it wasn't painted at one time. If it is smooth, a gel type of paint stripper is your best bet. You ';paint on'; the gel stripper with a brish and then let it do its' job before scraping it off. You will be left with some detail work, but the bulk of the paint will be removed fairly easily. Gel type stripper is widely available at any home improvement retailer, hardware, or paint store.
Good luck with your paint removal project.What substance is best to use to remove white paint from a wooden ceiling beam?
Touch up area with stain and or a pencil.What substance is best to use to remove white paint from a wooden ceiling beam?
stuff called goof off...homedepot
a heat gun, if you are looking to strip the whole beam
Try rubbing alcohol, it honestly works like a charm, just a dab of alcohol and lightly rub the paint. I can't begin to tell you how many this has worked for me. Good luck!
Saturday, February 27, 2010
Can you touch up drop ceiling tile with paint ? I don't want to remove a tile for a scratch or scuff.?
You sure can Just finished my recroom turned out GREAT. If your grid system is the same colour roll the whole cieling don,nt use to much presure on the roller, I used C.I.L. Problem solver it,s a primer but makes nice job of tile. Do,nt for get youe drop sheet have fun,Can you touch up drop ceiling tile with paint ? I don't want to remove a tile for a scratch or scuff.?
dont paint it, just take some drywall joint compound and put it over the smudge or crack.... if you dont want to do that, get some killz primer and spray it over the area that needs itCan you touch up drop ceiling tile with paint ? I don't want to remove a tile for a scratch or scuff.?
do not paint.you plaster that area and co loured that area.
Unless you paint the whole thing, or you just aren't very picky, you're going to be able to see where you touched it up. The paint will not match the color or the gloss level of the origonal tile. But, it is possible to paint drop ceilings.
dont paint it, just take some drywall joint compound and put it over the smudge or crack.... if you dont want to do that, get some killz primer and spray it over the area that needs itCan you touch up drop ceiling tile with paint ? I don't want to remove a tile for a scratch or scuff.?
do not paint.you plaster that area and co loured that area.
Unless you paint the whole thing, or you just aren't very picky, you're going to be able to see where you touched it up. The paint will not match the color or the gloss level of the origonal tile. But, it is possible to paint drop ceilings.
We're trying to paint a popcorn ceiling & fear it has asbestes,lots fell off on the floor & got on my hand
We have a popcorn ceiling (house built in 1977) we tried to paint. Lots fell onto the floor and on my hands. Now I'm worried as I have a 3 month old daughter. What should I do? We don't have money so please don't suggest anything expensive. Should we vaccum it up or put on gloves and try to pick it up?We're trying to paint a popcorn ceiling %26amp; fear it has asbestes,lots fell off on the floor %26amp; got on my hand
Yes popcorn ceilings ';had'; asbestos. The good news is that I think it was phased out before then.
You probably have realized by now it is best to spray those and not roll or brush them to avoid this problem.
I would check the dates when they stopped using it. BUT I have popcorn in my house but it was built in the mid '60's and if I recall correctly from the last time I checked, is that they were already phasing it out by then.
You are more likely to be safe. But the only way to tell is have it tested.
I do not think that vacuuming is recommended as that can blow it around.
I do not think there is a problem with it on your skin. It is breathing it in that is the big risk. But they don't want you spreading it around in any sense on your skin or in the air (if it really is asbestos).We're trying to paint a popcorn ceiling %26amp; fear it has asbestes,lots fell off on the floor %26amp; got on my hand
Find out from your local city government if there's an inspector they can send over to the house to look and see if it is asbestos. Ask him if the seller should have notified you of the presence of asbestos, or if you are on your own. You really will need to have that stuff professionally removed.
asbestos was banned in the 70's as popcorn and they started using styrofoam for popcorn.cant tell you what you have.not enough to be a hazard though.it sounds like styrofoam popcorn and it shoulda been sprayed and it wouldnt have fell.to late and good luck
I think the popcorn ceilings have the same thing, that styrofoam cups have. It's not asbestos. When you paint, some of it always falls off. Just vaccum it up.
goto google and type in : popcorn ceiling,,,asbestos,,abestos.
I dont think they ever used abestos for this but you should read it out.
Even if it is asbestos it's only dangerous if you breathe it. Get a good HEPA filter on your vac and suck it up.
Yes popcorn ceilings ';had'; asbestos. The good news is that I think it was phased out before then.
You probably have realized by now it is best to spray those and not roll or brush them to avoid this problem.
I would check the dates when they stopped using it. BUT I have popcorn in my house but it was built in the mid '60's and if I recall correctly from the last time I checked, is that they were already phasing it out by then.
You are more likely to be safe. But the only way to tell is have it tested.
I do not think that vacuuming is recommended as that can blow it around.
I do not think there is a problem with it on your skin. It is breathing it in that is the big risk. But they don't want you spreading it around in any sense on your skin or in the air (if it really is asbestos).We're trying to paint a popcorn ceiling %26amp; fear it has asbestes,lots fell off on the floor %26amp; got on my hand
Find out from your local city government if there's an inspector they can send over to the house to look and see if it is asbestos. Ask him if the seller should have notified you of the presence of asbestos, or if you are on your own. You really will need to have that stuff professionally removed.
asbestos was banned in the 70's as popcorn and they started using styrofoam for popcorn.cant tell you what you have.not enough to be a hazard though.it sounds like styrofoam popcorn and it shoulda been sprayed and it wouldnt have fell.to late and good luck
I think the popcorn ceilings have the same thing, that styrofoam cups have. It's not asbestos. When you paint, some of it always falls off. Just vaccum it up.
goto google and type in : popcorn ceiling,,,asbestos,,abestos.
I dont think they ever used abestos for this but you should read it out.
Even if it is asbestos it's only dangerous if you breathe it. Get a good HEPA filter on your vac and suck it up.
Every time i paint my bathroom ceiling after a few weeks the paint starts to bubble?
i have tried adding mildew additives %26amp; primers nothing seems to work I also have a ceiling exhaust but does not seem to help water is getting under the paint!Every time i paint my bathroom ceiling after a few weeks the paint starts to bubble?
The sheetrock must be damp, you might have to relace it.Every time i paint my bathroom ceiling after a few weeks the paint starts to bubble?
What you can do is one check the ceiling for moisture then paint it with Kilz and then a bathroom ceiling paint. put a couple layers of kilz then paint. If the ceiling is not damp.
Check with your local paint store to be sure, but I'm wondering if you're painting latex over an oil-based paint. You mention using primers and I would think that would take care of it, but oil-based paints and primers do respond differently when mixed with latex or water-based products.
If there are pipes located overhead, then this could be a separate issue altogether. Are you seeing actual water stains and spots on your ceiling, or is it only the paint bubbling? If you see where water is actually coming through, then you will need a plumber certainly.
I know it's frustrating when you try to address a problem like this that keeps recurring, so call in the professionals - whether the pros at the paint store (and I do mean PROS - like at Sherwin Williams, Glidden, or Benjamin Moore paint stores - not some part-time counter clerk from hardware at Lowe's or Home Depot), or a plumber. You'll save yourself alot of aggravation in the long run!
Best wishes -
If you don't have a vent fan you need to get one after you fix the problem i.e. replace the ceiling if the sheet rock is moist. If it is continuing in the same spot try to figure were your water lines are running possible leak.
All of the earlier answers are excellent but there is one other thing to try. Is it possible that the previous owner of the house used wallpaper of the ceiling. If so, the paint will sometimes loosen the paste and cause the finish to bubble. This usually happens within a few hours of applying the paint. If this is the case you will have to remove the old paper and then paint again.
I don't know where you are, but regardless of the season you can have too much water in the crawl space around the outside of your house. Have a maintenance person check your crawl space. They can add a device that helps eliminate some of the water. It's getting behind the walls of your house and causing excess water that you can't see.
The sheetrock must be damp, you might have to relace it.Every time i paint my bathroom ceiling after a few weeks the paint starts to bubble?
What you can do is one check the ceiling for moisture then paint it with Kilz and then a bathroom ceiling paint. put a couple layers of kilz then paint. If the ceiling is not damp.
Check with your local paint store to be sure, but I'm wondering if you're painting latex over an oil-based paint. You mention using primers and I would think that would take care of it, but oil-based paints and primers do respond differently when mixed with latex or water-based products.
If there are pipes located overhead, then this could be a separate issue altogether. Are you seeing actual water stains and spots on your ceiling, or is it only the paint bubbling? If you see where water is actually coming through, then you will need a plumber certainly.
I know it's frustrating when you try to address a problem like this that keeps recurring, so call in the professionals - whether the pros at the paint store (and I do mean PROS - like at Sherwin Williams, Glidden, or Benjamin Moore paint stores - not some part-time counter clerk from hardware at Lowe's or Home Depot), or a plumber. You'll save yourself alot of aggravation in the long run!
Best wishes -
If you don't have a vent fan you need to get one after you fix the problem i.e. replace the ceiling if the sheet rock is moist. If it is continuing in the same spot try to figure were your water lines are running possible leak.
All of the earlier answers are excellent but there is one other thing to try. Is it possible that the previous owner of the house used wallpaper of the ceiling. If so, the paint will sometimes loosen the paste and cause the finish to bubble. This usually happens within a few hours of applying the paint. If this is the case you will have to remove the old paper and then paint again.
I don't know where you are, but regardless of the season you can have too much water in the crawl space around the outside of your house. Have a maintenance person check your crawl space. They can add a device that helps eliminate some of the water. It's getting behind the walls of your house and causing excess water that you can't see.
My room is 400 cm by 325 cm How much paint do I need to paint walls and ceiling?
One gallon (US) of paint usually covers about 300 sq.ft so you would need about 2 gallons since you have about 550 sq.ft to cover.
What's the best way to paint the ceiling when it has that bumpy stuff all over it?
Go to your home improvement or paint store and ask for a split foam roller. They are usually yellow and made of thick foam that has cuts about every quarter of an inch all the way down the roller. If you are using ceiling paint, you will not need to thin it, but with an average interior paint (latex) you will want to thin it some with tap water. just thin enough that is is the consistency of brown gravy. This will keep the paint from pulling on the acoustic as you roll it on. You don't want to wet the ceiling, or do anything to it prior to painting it, because excess moisture is what causes the acoustic to release. Don't be alarmed if some of the acoustic comes off while you are painting. This is completely normal. However, if large areas start coming loose, your ceiling may have had a water problem in the past. If in doubt, always hire a professional. Good Luck.What's the best way to paint the ceiling when it has that bumpy stuff all over it?
To get the best chance of professional results, rent a compressor and gun and spray it. Another option which could work well to cover that soundproofing texture is to get a ';rough texture'; roller with a nap of at least 3/4'; and roll the paint on using a 3 or 4-foot extension handle. Work one section at a time, keeping a wet edge, and working the paint in crosshatch patterns to get an even appearance. Don't forget to primer first!What's the best way to paint the ceiling when it has that bumpy stuff all over it?
you might have to use a paint sprayer
you can drape and mask off the walls with drop cloths and spray with inexpensive paint gun
or you can use a very thick roller and roll it on
i've done both depends on how much time you want to spend on
preparation and clean up
I just used a roller. One of the thicker ones. Make sure you ';wash'; the ceiling down first. My ceilings look just fine and i didn't use a sprayer.
With a sprayer.
If you don't want the bumpy stuff on it all you have to do is spray ceiling with water use a pest sprayer. Then use a 12'; drywall scraper and scrap it off. It will come off very easily. after that your ceiling should be nice and smooth. Its easily but messy.
All good answers. I dont know about washing them because if its a popcorn finish washing is impossible. As far as scraping it off, if it is popcorn you can buy a chemical to loosen it up and scrape it off. Spraying is the best but has the most prep work. I suggest a long nap paint roller and use Kils interion finish paint from Walmart. It goes on great and dosnt need a primer. I always use 2 coats just because you already have everything preped so you might as well do a good job and use 2 coats. Figure a gallon a coat for an average ceilingquick loan
To get the best chance of professional results, rent a compressor and gun and spray it. Another option which could work well to cover that soundproofing texture is to get a ';rough texture'; roller with a nap of at least 3/4'; and roll the paint on using a 3 or 4-foot extension handle. Work one section at a time, keeping a wet edge, and working the paint in crosshatch patterns to get an even appearance. Don't forget to primer first!What's the best way to paint the ceiling when it has that bumpy stuff all over it?
you might have to use a paint sprayer
you can drape and mask off the walls with drop cloths and spray with inexpensive paint gun
or you can use a very thick roller and roll it on
i've done both depends on how much time you want to spend on
preparation and clean up
I just used a roller. One of the thicker ones. Make sure you ';wash'; the ceiling down first. My ceilings look just fine and i didn't use a sprayer.
With a sprayer.
If you don't want the bumpy stuff on it all you have to do is spray ceiling with water use a pest sprayer. Then use a 12'; drywall scraper and scrap it off. It will come off very easily. after that your ceiling should be nice and smooth. Its easily but messy.
All good answers. I dont know about washing them because if its a popcorn finish washing is impossible. As far as scraping it off, if it is popcorn you can buy a chemical to loosen it up and scrape it off. Spraying is the best but has the most prep work. I suggest a long nap paint roller and use Kils interion finish paint from Walmart. It goes on great and dosnt need a primer. I always use 2 coats just because you already have everything preped so you might as well do a good job and use 2 coats. Figure a gallon a coat for an average ceiling
How do I get dried paint off of my ceiling?
My friend and I painted my living room a few weeks ago and we apparently weren't as careful as we needed to be when we taped and then painted near the ceiling. Now I have paint marks on my ceiling from the overbrush...how can I get that off?How do I get dried paint off of my ceiling?
Your best best will be just to get a small craft brush, like the kind you'd use to paint a small picture and just paint over the area that you didn't mean to get paint on.
I had to do it along the base boards of my living room. The results from using the small craft brush were perfect!
Try using one of these types:
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Good luck!How do I get dried paint off of my ceiling?
I used to paint interiors, the only way I could correct this without harming the area was to get paint in the same /closest color to the area %26amp; touch it up. may not be as noticeable then.
Your best best will be just to get a small craft brush, like the kind you'd use to paint a small picture and just paint over the area that you didn't mean to get paint on.
I had to do it along the base boards of my living room. The results from using the small craft brush were perfect!
Try using one of these types:
http://www.artistrue.com/images/Graphics鈥?/a>
http://www.artistrue.com/images/Graphics鈥?/a>
Good luck!How do I get dried paint off of my ceiling?
I used to paint interiors, the only way I could correct this without harming the area was to get paint in the same /closest color to the area %26amp; touch it up. may not be as noticeable then.
When did Michelangelo start to paint the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
I know Michelangelo finished it in October of 1512. Michelangelo was in the Rennaisance time. He was ordered to paint the ceiling by a Pope.When did Michelangelo start to paint the Sistine Chapel ceiling?
Started the ceiling in 1508
Started the ceiling in 1508
How do you stop paint pealing off a ceiling?
After it pealed the 1st time I stripped off the paint inc old layer I then painted again it pealed in places so i stripped it all again %26amp; used a 1:5 PVA solution then re-painted but it still wont take.
Please help!How do you stop paint pealing off a ceiling?
yes, just put a thin layer of mdf on the ceing, then paint it, you will have no problem at allHow do you stop paint pealing off a ceiling?
The method Jonathon R mentioned is a good tried and tested way of getting over certain problems, I have done that.
But there is no need to PVA and ceiling or walls prior to painting, its a myth.
I would wash down ceiling with sugar soap, either undercoat the whole ceiling with an oilbase U/C, but thin it down like runny double cream, dont use it straight from the tin.
Or, after washing it with SS, put a thin coat of dulux matt on first, do not use it from the tin, really thin it down, after its good and dry, then do your second coat, again thin that, but only about 15% water, and see how that looks, you might have to do a third coat, but again dont have it too thick.
It doesnt matter how many coats as such, as long as its not thick stright from the tin, specially Dulux is so thick you can stand a stick up in it, and dulux must be watered down.
Try spelling peeling properly
get a new ceiling.
How about a new ceiling? I just put up a beautiful tin ceiling to replace my peeling, old, cracking ceiling. It was so worth the investment!
Try using a primer first. This will help condition the surface to accept paint.
I used to be a professional decorator, the ceiling might be greasy in which case you will need to wash it with sugar soap to get rid of the grease (get this from any hardware shop b%26amp;q etc..) once thats done the best thing to put on the ceiling is actually Undercoat any colour, then once thats dried put on your matt emulsion that should do the trick, worked for me everytime, good luck.
It sounds to me like you are using the wrong paint. Paint is either oil based or latex based. Latex based paint cleans up with soap and water and oil based you need paint thinners and solvents to clean up your brushes. At any rate oil based paint cannot be covered up with a latex based paint. It just wont adhere and will bubble and peel back off. So your best bet is to strip off the paint again and go buy oil based paint and repaint with that.
Check is there is any leakage in your ceiling.If there IS, fix it first and then paint it as others have suggested or you can figure out to be the best. If you dont make sure that there is no leakage, your money and efforts can go waste.
FYI: Latex paint will not adhere to oil base paint and vice a versa.
My advise: check with a professional. Good Luck.
'Pealing' ? With bells?
question is why. Do you have a moisture problem? what room of the house? what is the substrate you are trying to paint. Is it drywall or something else. I suspect a moisture issue. Is there any mold at all? Please re-post. Latex paint will adhere well to clean, dry substrate. If there was grease you may need to clean w/ TSP before painting
Is the ceiling cold from the other side. If so condensation from the warm air in the house getting into the cold ceiling will cause the emulsion to be damp all the time. It may not look damp but in the winter especially it will be damp. This causes the paint to peel of. If it is in a bathroom, use the special bathroom and kitchen paint.
Also keep the other side of the ceiling warm and put insulation over it. This will also save you heat from the house going out through the loft.
If I remember right, while helping my husband remodel a mobile home, the first thing you do is sand off the paint, then use a pre-sealer, then, if you want your ceiling to not peal, I would suggest that you use acustic spray on the ceiling, rather than regular paint. You can rent the sprayer at a hardware store, like perhaps Home Depot, or True Value, by the day, and follow the instructions given by the rental...acustic ceiling paint, not only doesn't peal, but it also gives a luxurious look to the ceiling...Good Luck and God Bless!
Please help!How do you stop paint pealing off a ceiling?
yes, just put a thin layer of mdf on the ceing, then paint it, you will have no problem at allHow do you stop paint pealing off a ceiling?
The method Jonathon R mentioned is a good tried and tested way of getting over certain problems, I have done that.
But there is no need to PVA and ceiling or walls prior to painting, its a myth.
I would wash down ceiling with sugar soap, either undercoat the whole ceiling with an oilbase U/C, but thin it down like runny double cream, dont use it straight from the tin.
Or, after washing it with SS, put a thin coat of dulux matt on first, do not use it from the tin, really thin it down, after its good and dry, then do your second coat, again thin that, but only about 15% water, and see how that looks, you might have to do a third coat, but again dont have it too thick.
It doesnt matter how many coats as such, as long as its not thick stright from the tin, specially Dulux is so thick you can stand a stick up in it, and dulux must be watered down.
Try spelling peeling properly
get a new ceiling.
How about a new ceiling? I just put up a beautiful tin ceiling to replace my peeling, old, cracking ceiling. It was so worth the investment!
Try using a primer first. This will help condition the surface to accept paint.
I used to be a professional decorator, the ceiling might be greasy in which case you will need to wash it with sugar soap to get rid of the grease (get this from any hardware shop b%26amp;q etc..) once thats done the best thing to put on the ceiling is actually Undercoat any colour, then once thats dried put on your matt emulsion that should do the trick, worked for me everytime, good luck.
It sounds to me like you are using the wrong paint. Paint is either oil based or latex based. Latex based paint cleans up with soap and water and oil based you need paint thinners and solvents to clean up your brushes. At any rate oil based paint cannot be covered up with a latex based paint. It just wont adhere and will bubble and peel back off. So your best bet is to strip off the paint again and go buy oil based paint and repaint with that.
Check is there is any leakage in your ceiling.If there IS, fix it first and then paint it as others have suggested or you can figure out to be the best. If you dont make sure that there is no leakage, your money and efforts can go waste.
FYI: Latex paint will not adhere to oil base paint and vice a versa.
My advise: check with a professional. Good Luck.
'Pealing' ? With bells?
question is why. Do you have a moisture problem? what room of the house? what is the substrate you are trying to paint. Is it drywall or something else. I suspect a moisture issue. Is there any mold at all? Please re-post. Latex paint will adhere well to clean, dry substrate. If there was grease you may need to clean w/ TSP before painting
Is the ceiling cold from the other side. If so condensation from the warm air in the house getting into the cold ceiling will cause the emulsion to be damp all the time. It may not look damp but in the winter especially it will be damp. This causes the paint to peel of. If it is in a bathroom, use the special bathroom and kitchen paint.
Also keep the other side of the ceiling warm and put insulation over it. This will also save you heat from the house going out through the loft.
If I remember right, while helping my husband remodel a mobile home, the first thing you do is sand off the paint, then use a pre-sealer, then, if you want your ceiling to not peal, I would suggest that you use acustic spray on the ceiling, rather than regular paint. You can rent the sprayer at a hardware store, like perhaps Home Depot, or True Value, by the day, and follow the instructions given by the rental...acustic ceiling paint, not only doesn't peal, but it also gives a luxurious look to the ceiling...Good Luck and God Bless!
How can I get paint off of the ceiling where I accidentally bumped it with the brush?
The ceiling is white and the paint is blue. The ceilings have not been painted before and I don't have time to paint them at this moment.How can I get paint off of the ceiling where I accidentally bumped it with the brush?
Try Krud-Kutters (I'm not sure on the spelling). I am a faux-finisher, and I use it all of the time to get paint off of things, even carpet (just NOT wool carpet-found out the hard way). The sooner you use it, the better, of course. You can purchase it at most places Home Depot, Walmart, even some art supply stores.How can I get paint off of the ceiling where I accidentally bumped it with the brush?
wait till the blue paint is dry... paint over with white wait untill it is dry, repeat... until the spot matches the rest of the ceiling
Paint it White again or find macthing white tape to cover it for the time being till u can paint it and you can find are buy stuff that is blue and white that flows with the room and really actually think that blue mistake belong there
latex should wipe off with a wet rage if it is not dried to much. If it has dried for long you can still get it off by rubbing with wet cloth and also alcohol will remove latex paint.
Try Krud-Kutters (I'm not sure on the spelling). I am a faux-finisher, and I use it all of the time to get paint off of things, even carpet (just NOT wool carpet-found out the hard way). The sooner you use it, the better, of course. You can purchase it at most places Home Depot, Walmart, even some art supply stores.How can I get paint off of the ceiling where I accidentally bumped it with the brush?
wait till the blue paint is dry... paint over with white wait untill it is dry, repeat... until the spot matches the rest of the ceiling
Paint it White again or find macthing white tape to cover it for the time being till u can paint it and you can find are buy stuff that is blue and white that flows with the room and really actually think that blue mistake belong there
latex should wipe off with a wet rage if it is not dried to much. If it has dried for long you can still get it off by rubbing with wet cloth and also alcohol will remove latex paint.
What type of paint should I use to paint a wooden beamed ceiling in my very dark kitchen?
Do I have to remove all the stain first or just apply the paint?What type of paint should I use to paint a wooden beamed ceiling in my very dark kitchen?
If it's a very dark kitchen Pamela, I would
use a light coloured paint, and would give
it several coats of paint. Use latex paint.
There is no need to strip the stain before
you start.What type of paint should I use to paint a wooden beamed ceiling in my very dark kitchen?
sand down 1st then use a stain blocker on the stains. if it has been painted before use a good undercoat then gloss or use acrylic primer/undercoat and acrylic gloss which are both water based so need for white spirit to clean up any mess and brushes. or use eggshell paint over primerquick loan
If it's a very dark kitchen Pamela, I would
use a light coloured paint, and would give
it several coats of paint. Use latex paint.
There is no need to strip the stain before
you start.What type of paint should I use to paint a wooden beamed ceiling in my very dark kitchen?
sand down 1st then use a stain blocker on the stains. if it has been painted before use a good undercoat then gloss or use acrylic primer/undercoat and acrylic gloss which are both water based so need for white spirit to clean up any mess and brushes. or use eggshell paint over primer
How do you paint a double tray ceiling?
I am using two shades of tan. The lighter color will be on the walls. I don't know how to put the colors on the ceiling. Which color goes on the horizontal part, and which color goes on the vertical part?How do you paint a double tray ceiling?
i have a triple tray....we took the color off the wall and used it on the flats of the trays and ceiling paint on the slopes.....we also used a lighter color for the last ceiling part of the tray.....turned ou tgreat, wife is lic. interior designer....
lic. gen. contractor
i have a triple tray....we took the color off the wall and used it on the flats of the trays and ceiling paint on the slopes.....we also used a lighter color for the last ceiling part of the tray.....turned ou tgreat, wife is lic. interior designer....
lic. gen. contractor
I have a problem in that ive got permanent marker on my walls and ceiling and tried to paint gloss over it?
unfortunately it just keeps bleeding through. any ideas?I have a problem in that ive got permanent marker on my walls and ceiling and tried to paint gloss over it?
You can buy something called Stain Stop from places such as B%26amp;Q. You'll need to read the can but it's suitable for things such as painting over damp stains etc before you paint over. It's supposed to stop the stains reappearing thru the paint.
I think it also comes as a spray.I have a problem in that ive got permanent marker on my walls and ceiling and tried to paint gloss over it?
Elaeblue, Ballsac , Appilayd , are all on the right track.
In UK go to a store and buy ';STOPPING';it is as the others have pointed out shellac based and will work
Try putting a couple coats of primer.If this doesn't bleed through,wait about 24 hours and paint.
You need a special primer. I suggest KILZ it will cover and not bleed through. Ask at the paint store.
I think your going to have to sand the walll down past the marker and repaint it all
Simply choose any of the products in the link below.
Use a coat or 2 of primer. This should stop the bleed through and then 1 or 2 coats of your gloss.
try using white wash first, then when it dries paint over it with a darker color
try scraping if off ? with sand paper or knock it off with a chisel and like replaster it and repaint it
A coat of shellac will do the trick. Paint sticks to it very well.
I'm not saying it will work, but try nail varnish remover.
Use a primer that seals in stains.
Mr. Clean magic eraser gets marker out. I use it for everything. If that doesn't work try sanding it before painting it.
the only way i could get rid of it was scrape the paint and marker pen off - sorry i dont expect you wanted to hear that
sand it down until you get back to the marker and then go buy a mr clean magic eraser sponges from your local supermarket in the cleaning isle and wet the sponges wipe and the marker will come off.you should of done that in the beginning before you put gloss over it.
You can buy something called Stain Stop from places such as B%26amp;Q. You'll need to read the can but it's suitable for things such as painting over damp stains etc before you paint over. It's supposed to stop the stains reappearing thru the paint.
I think it also comes as a spray.I have a problem in that ive got permanent marker on my walls and ceiling and tried to paint gloss over it?
Elaeblue, Ballsac , Appilayd , are all on the right track.
In UK go to a store and buy ';STOPPING';it is as the others have pointed out shellac based and will work
Try putting a couple coats of primer.If this doesn't bleed through,wait about 24 hours and paint.
You need a special primer. I suggest KILZ it will cover and not bleed through. Ask at the paint store.
I think your going to have to sand the walll down past the marker and repaint it all
Simply choose any of the products in the link below.
Use a coat or 2 of primer. This should stop the bleed through and then 1 or 2 coats of your gloss.
try using white wash first, then when it dries paint over it with a darker color
try scraping if off ? with sand paper or knock it off with a chisel and like replaster it and repaint it
A coat of shellac will do the trick. Paint sticks to it very well.
I'm not saying it will work, but try nail varnish remover.
Use a primer that seals in stains.
Mr. Clean magic eraser gets marker out. I use it for everything. If that doesn't work try sanding it before painting it.
the only way i could get rid of it was scrape the paint and marker pen off - sorry i dont expect you wanted to hear that
sand it down until you get back to the marker and then go buy a mr clean magic eraser sponges from your local supermarket in the cleaning isle and wet the sponges wipe and the marker will come off.you should of done that in the beginning before you put gloss over it.
Do you tape/mask the borders and ceiling edges before you paint a room inside your house?
It can be a very tidious job to do the masking. Do you do it or you have better way to do without masking. please help.Do you tape/mask the borders and ceiling edges before you paint a room inside your house?
After applying thousands of gallons of paint, I agree, it would be tedious. That said however, if you don't have a steady hand and have good eye coordination, I have a suggestion.
Many will scoff, but you can use a ';pad';
Sold with an applicator handle, and often with a wheel type device, they can ';CUT'; a line, as long as you don't overload the pad. The cost is minimal and the job can then be ';rolled into';
Now,,,, Preparation is as important as any amount of paint you apply, and the cost to prep a room, etc. will be well worth the cost,,,especially for a DIY.
Here is another tip.
I never paint right into a corner where a ceiling meets a wall. I apply ceiling paint,,,if needed,,,first. Then I ';Cut'; my wall color to within 1/16th inch,,,approximately, from the ceiling, down. I use a 4 inch brush but The pad would allow that,,,and the rational is,,, Our eye will definitely see a wall color on a ceiling, if painted in a sloppy manner, but having the ceiling color,,,IE: White,,, come onto the wall at 1/16th,,,as long as the line is straight,,,will never be noticed.
Rev. StevenDo you tape/mask the borders and ceiling edges before you paint a room inside your house?
After a little practice,cutting in the edges is easy. Like someone else said, be sure to use the right brush. A 2 1/2'; brush works good for me.
If you really want to use tape, us the blue painters' tape. It's a little more expensive but it comes off better.
Try a steady hand in a corner of the room, if you don't like how that goes, use the tape around the borders..depends on if the walls are going to be a different color that the ceiling..usually not.
So you really don't need tape every where. I just use it to keep paint off the borders and the floor. Good Luck !!
lets say the ceiling is white and the walls are a color.take a pencil and draw a line in the corners and take a good quality brush and cut into the line.the only thing i mask off,is the base boards and the carpet.a real painter cuts in free hand.remember,use a really good brush.use a nylon for latex water base paint and a china bristle brush for oil base paint.if you want to know what kind of product you are using, read on the can to see what they want you to clean with,either water or paint thinner.also hold your brush between your thumb and pointing finger and hold your breath to steady your hand.also women cut in great,i guess because they put on make up.Lowe's and depot both sell excellent decorating and painting books.
It is usually a good idea to do so. However, if u have a steady hand with the paint-brush, you can save your-self the effort of taping up.
If you have a steady hand, you don't need to tape, especially the ceiling. There is a little grove between the wall and ceiling and it is fairly easy to follow it.
I happen to use the Painter's Tape (it is blue in color -- available from most retailers and home improvement stores) to do the masking of the edges.
I don't use tape. I think using a steady hand and the PROPER brush will do a much nicer job. Paint always seeps under the tape and makes a mess when you remove it. Investing a few extra dollars for the brush will be your best bet. Ask help at the paint store for choosing paint supplies to be sure. Good luck and have fun!
Yes, use painter's tape (doesn't hurt paint) so that you don't make a mess on things that you do not want painted.
There is a million dollar question. We have done it several ways. One is free hand it, which works well but that is tedius. The other is a tool called an edger, taping has never worked for me when doing the walls and ceiling two different colors. The edger I had the most luck with had a pad, not roller, the pad had a wheel on the edge, and was red handled, Home Depot carried it. Maybe three dollars.
No - just use a steady hand
you should be able to do with a brush but theres a paint tape its blue or green in 1 or 2 inches. but i suggest triing with out and just take your time with a brush
masking tape is a very good thing, a bit of a PITA but worth it when cleaning up .
Home Depot, Lowes Walmart etc. all carry a line of ';edgers'; specifically designed for that purpose. They are inexspensive %26amp; save a whole lot of hassle.
If you don't feel confidant to cut in the paint freehand here's a tip to try. Find something disposable to use as a straitedge (I use a mini blind) and hold it against the corner as a guard. Wipe it off as you go so you dont smear paint in the wrong places.
you don't need to use tape. by the time you taped everything off, you'd be almost done with your project. use a slow, steady brush stroke, keeping your brush tip in the slight groove that is present between the wall and ceiling drywall joint. if you take your time your brush will follow that groove/joint.
Wow! All of these ppl willing to let you make a mess, in your house. Hmmmm..... Do you think they would say the same if you were doing their homes?
The fact that you asked the question tells me that yes, you should do the prep work.
With any job, there is important prep work, with painting it is especially key because you can have a heck of a mess. There are areas where you don't have to prep, the ceiling is probably one of them, assuming that you cover and protect properly. Go slow until you get the hang of it. You will ';spread'; the brush out, and only use about 1/5th of the bristle surface. To put a neat line between rooms (example is the transition between a wet/semi-gloss area to a dry/flat area) you put your tape in a straight line where you want it, then on the appropriate side you finger paint caulk in along the tape edge. This will fill the variations in the texture (if not a flat wall), and will leave a very crisp, professional line. You will need to play with this a little, don't use too much caulk, but it will be worth it.
After applying thousands of gallons of paint, I agree, it would be tedious. That said however, if you don't have a steady hand and have good eye coordination, I have a suggestion.
Many will scoff, but you can use a ';pad';
Sold with an applicator handle, and often with a wheel type device, they can ';CUT'; a line, as long as you don't overload the pad. The cost is minimal and the job can then be ';rolled into';
Now,,,, Preparation is as important as any amount of paint you apply, and the cost to prep a room, etc. will be well worth the cost,,,especially for a DIY.
Here is another tip.
I never paint right into a corner where a ceiling meets a wall. I apply ceiling paint,,,if needed,,,first. Then I ';Cut'; my wall color to within 1/16th inch,,,approximately, from the ceiling, down. I use a 4 inch brush but The pad would allow that,,,and the rational is,,, Our eye will definitely see a wall color on a ceiling, if painted in a sloppy manner, but having the ceiling color,,,IE: White,,, come onto the wall at 1/16th,,,as long as the line is straight,,,will never be noticed.
Rev. StevenDo you tape/mask the borders and ceiling edges before you paint a room inside your house?
After a little practice,cutting in the edges is easy. Like someone else said, be sure to use the right brush. A 2 1/2'; brush works good for me.
If you really want to use tape, us the blue painters' tape. It's a little more expensive but it comes off better.
Try a steady hand in a corner of the room, if you don't like how that goes, use the tape around the borders..depends on if the walls are going to be a different color that the ceiling..usually not.
So you really don't need tape every where. I just use it to keep paint off the borders and the floor. Good Luck !!
lets say the ceiling is white and the walls are a color.take a pencil and draw a line in the corners and take a good quality brush and cut into the line.the only thing i mask off,is the base boards and the carpet.a real painter cuts in free hand.remember,use a really good brush.use a nylon for latex water base paint and a china bristle brush for oil base paint.if you want to know what kind of product you are using, read on the can to see what they want you to clean with,either water or paint thinner.also hold your brush between your thumb and pointing finger and hold your breath to steady your hand.also women cut in great,i guess because they put on make up.Lowe's and depot both sell excellent decorating and painting books.
It is usually a good idea to do so. However, if u have a steady hand with the paint-brush, you can save your-self the effort of taping up.
If you have a steady hand, you don't need to tape, especially the ceiling. There is a little grove between the wall and ceiling and it is fairly easy to follow it.
I happen to use the Painter's Tape (it is blue in color -- available from most retailers and home improvement stores) to do the masking of the edges.
I don't use tape. I think using a steady hand and the PROPER brush will do a much nicer job. Paint always seeps under the tape and makes a mess when you remove it. Investing a few extra dollars for the brush will be your best bet. Ask help at the paint store for choosing paint supplies to be sure. Good luck and have fun!
Yes, use painter's tape (doesn't hurt paint) so that you don't make a mess on things that you do not want painted.
There is a million dollar question. We have done it several ways. One is free hand it, which works well but that is tedius. The other is a tool called an edger, taping has never worked for me when doing the walls and ceiling two different colors. The edger I had the most luck with had a pad, not roller, the pad had a wheel on the edge, and was red handled, Home Depot carried it. Maybe three dollars.
No - just use a steady hand
you should be able to do with a brush but theres a paint tape its blue or green in 1 or 2 inches. but i suggest triing with out and just take your time with a brush
masking tape is a very good thing, a bit of a PITA but worth it when cleaning up .
Home Depot, Lowes Walmart etc. all carry a line of ';edgers'; specifically designed for that purpose. They are inexspensive %26amp; save a whole lot of hassle.
If you don't feel confidant to cut in the paint freehand here's a tip to try. Find something disposable to use as a straitedge (I use a mini blind) and hold it against the corner as a guard. Wipe it off as you go so you dont smear paint in the wrong places.
you don't need to use tape. by the time you taped everything off, you'd be almost done with your project. use a slow, steady brush stroke, keeping your brush tip in the slight groove that is present between the wall and ceiling drywall joint. if you take your time your brush will follow that groove/joint.
Wow! All of these ppl willing to let you make a mess, in your house. Hmmmm..... Do you think they would say the same if you were doing their homes?
The fact that you asked the question tells me that yes, you should do the prep work.
With any job, there is important prep work, with painting it is especially key because you can have a heck of a mess. There are areas where you don't have to prep, the ceiling is probably one of them, assuming that you cover and protect properly. Go slow until you get the hang of it. You will ';spread'; the brush out, and only use about 1/5th of the bristle surface. To put a neat line between rooms (example is the transition between a wet/semi-gloss area to a dry/flat area) you put your tape in a straight line where you want it, then on the appropriate side you finger paint caulk in along the tape edge. This will fill the variations in the texture (if not a flat wall), and will leave a very crisp, professional line. You will need to play with this a little, don't use too much caulk, but it will be worth it.
How do you paint a really high ceiling?
OK. I have a really high ceiling that needs to be painted, and theres no way to get to it. I can't stand on a ladder cause the staircase is right underneath it. Any suggestions? I would use a really long handled roller, but what about the edges? Thanks!How do you paint a really high ceiling?
Yuck. I have the same problem in our foyer. I ended up just painting what I could and then hiring a painting crew to come in and finish up. My thought process was that I could minimize the cost of the crew by doing as much as I possibly could on my own and leaving as little for them as possible.
My second thought (justification) was that the painting crew would be much cheaper than a trip to the hospital.
You can do it on your own but you will need to purchase some special equipment and it's probably cheaper and safer just to get a professional. Without seeing the space, I can't recommend equipment for your needs.How do you paint a really high ceiling?
On my home, I place 2 x 4's over my staircase. I have an upstairs hallway, and an upstairs window seat that are level with each other, and run the 2 x4's between them (I use 4), and a sheet of plywood over them makes a very stable platform that I use a ladder on.
They also sell ladders that can be placed on stairs (like the ';little giant';). It may be worth the investment.
Purchase or rent an adjustable ladder like the Little Giant that will adjust for stairs. Short of that, I would agree that you would need to set up some scaffolding.
I was going to suggest a really tall ladder, but now I see the problem :)
You may have to use scaffolding. You could try the long roller handle, but then you have to cut in at the top. Sounds like a scaffolding is the answer!
This is a tough one but I did tackle a similar job years ago. I had a stairwell that needed both plaster repair and painting. It had not been touched in 40 years.The stairwell was open in height to both levels of the home; a two story ';well';. This is hard to explain so bear with me: I built a custom ';scaffold'; by first taking two 4x4's and attaching them to the lowest stair corners. I affixed them to the wall and then cut them level to the same height as the highest stair. I removed the handrails from the walls and stored them. I then laid 2x12's from the highest stair all the way across to the 4x4's until I had a flat, new work surface. In essence, I ';capped'; off the stairwell level with the highest stair to give me a working platform for repairs. I even hinged one of the 2x12's so it would open and close allowing limited access up and down the stairs. The platform was sturdy enough for me to use a ladder on it which allowed me to reach the high ceiling of the stairwell for repair and painting. I did all needed repairs and painting and then removed the platform and repaired all attachment points. I finished up by painting everything below the platform. The stairwell turned out beautifully.
A long handled roller works well. To do the corners and places that are too small for the roller, I take off the roller and then duct tape the handle of a small brush to the end of the long handle. It's awkward but it works good.
If your talking about painting the ceiling in the staircase its pretty simple, use a 16 ft ladder and put some booties on the ends so you don't damage the wall, put the ladder against the forward wall and then get yourself a plank and come off the rung of the 16 ft ladder to a 6ft step ladder at the landing of the hallway (area just before going down the stairs), all of the equipment can be rented Good luck Les the painter,if you need to contact me feel free if it's some other kind of situation
Yuck. I have the same problem in our foyer. I ended up just painting what I could and then hiring a painting crew to come in and finish up. My thought process was that I could minimize the cost of the crew by doing as much as I possibly could on my own and leaving as little for them as possible.
My second thought (justification) was that the painting crew would be much cheaper than a trip to the hospital.
You can do it on your own but you will need to purchase some special equipment and it's probably cheaper and safer just to get a professional. Without seeing the space, I can't recommend equipment for your needs.How do you paint a really high ceiling?
On my home, I place 2 x 4's over my staircase. I have an upstairs hallway, and an upstairs window seat that are level with each other, and run the 2 x4's between them (I use 4), and a sheet of plywood over them makes a very stable platform that I use a ladder on.
They also sell ladders that can be placed on stairs (like the ';little giant';). It may be worth the investment.
Purchase or rent an adjustable ladder like the Little Giant that will adjust for stairs. Short of that, I would agree that you would need to set up some scaffolding.
I was going to suggest a really tall ladder, but now I see the problem :)
You may have to use scaffolding. You could try the long roller handle, but then you have to cut in at the top. Sounds like a scaffolding is the answer!
This is a tough one but I did tackle a similar job years ago. I had a stairwell that needed both plaster repair and painting. It had not been touched in 40 years.The stairwell was open in height to both levels of the home; a two story ';well';. This is hard to explain so bear with me: I built a custom ';scaffold'; by first taking two 4x4's and attaching them to the lowest stair corners. I affixed them to the wall and then cut them level to the same height as the highest stair. I removed the handrails from the walls and stored them. I then laid 2x12's from the highest stair all the way across to the 4x4's until I had a flat, new work surface. In essence, I ';capped'; off the stairwell level with the highest stair to give me a working platform for repairs. I even hinged one of the 2x12's so it would open and close allowing limited access up and down the stairs. The platform was sturdy enough for me to use a ladder on it which allowed me to reach the high ceiling of the stairwell for repair and painting. I did all needed repairs and painting and then removed the platform and repaired all attachment points. I finished up by painting everything below the platform. The stairwell turned out beautifully.
A long handled roller works well. To do the corners and places that are too small for the roller, I take off the roller and then duct tape the handle of a small brush to the end of the long handle. It's awkward but it works good.
If your talking about painting the ceiling in the staircase its pretty simple, use a 16 ft ladder and put some booties on the ends so you don't damage the wall, put the ladder against the forward wall and then get yourself a plank and come off the rung of the 16 ft ladder to a 6ft step ladder at the landing of the hallway (area just before going down the stairs), all of the equipment can be rented Good luck Les the painter,if you need to contact me feel free if it's some other kind of situation
How do i paint close to the ceiling and make it look neat?
I am decorating my Bedroom soon, and i was wondering how i can paint close to the ceiling and dado-rail, and around doors etc. and make it look neat and tidy? Thanks in advance!How do i paint close to the ceiling and make it look neat?
Use painters tape. It will stick to the walls, but not peel the paint when you take it off. Or check with your local paint shop or hardware store, they have these little brush things that are flat with one side covered in a soft material...you dip that side in the paint and you can pain right up to the edges without it crossing the lines. We used them to paint my room and they're great.How do i paint close to the ceiling and make it look neat?
You can use a very very stiff small artist brush and get right on the line with that. Make sure you buy a good stiff brush, not a flimbsy one.
I started painting years ago and it was such a disappointment that i couldnt seem to get a really perfect line along the ceiling and wall.
I went to that stiff artist brush its about 1/4 inch wide with a pencil type handle and I, a person with even a shaky hand can make a perfect line at the ceiling and around the windows and door, keeping paint off even the varnished surfaces. Those guides are no good they are a mess to keep clean and do not paint close enough. .
Sure it takes time, but in the end it looks better than even a professional painter can do.
Well--you can tape before painting with green or blue masking tape. Or you can rely on your steady hand and a good quality brush... Another trick is to tape an edge a half inch or so out from the offending corner (either wall meeting wall or wall meeting ceiling etc) and paint. It leaves a straighter, more reliable edge than right in the ';crotch'; of a corner.
Using painters tape, tape up the edges where you do not want paint, also they sell what in my area are called egde painters. they are made especially to paint edges meeting together, like ceilings, or corners or around woodwork.
Also if painting tape is to expensive I have had good luck using masking tape.
all paint stores /hardware places have ';painters tape';. run it along the edge you don't wait to paint. the tape will come off without residue or ripping the old paint as it is desigened to be applied and removed. dont use masking tape it is not the same thing and will damage your ceiling.
also edge the top and bottom of the walls, around door frames etc carefully with an edger brush (it is smaller) to keep it neat. this way you are painting nearly all the way with the roller without smearing paint on the ceiling by rolling it to the very top.
ask the paint shop for more tips but this worked for me to keep blue paint off the white ceiling.
I would tape off any thing around doors and windows and such. As far as the ceiling, it is how you hold the brush. You have to hold it at an angle and move across small sections at a time and have a steady hand. You can go to your paint store and they should be able to show you. Then you fill in the wall part with a roller.
At paint stores/departments, you can get this little device that is flat with a brush like surface and on one edge are little rollers. So you dip the flat surface in the paint, then press onto the wall with the rollers on the ceiling and then just roll along the edge and voila, a clean straight line! I used one with ease. Hope you can find one too!
Stick tape were u don't want to paint and then just peel it of. It is really easy!!!
You can use a product found at Home Depo that is made by a company named Shur-Line. Its a trim and edge painting device that I have used that works pretty good. Its only about $3.00 and the replacement pads are fairly reasonable in price as well. I'm not sure but you may be able to look them up on line and find what I'm talking about or go to your local home depo and ask someone in the paint department where they are. This company has several painting aids as I recall. This way is much faster then taping everything off as you can also use it around all your trim. Happy painting
Use painters tape. It will stick to the walls, but not peel the paint when you take it off. Or check with your local paint shop or hardware store, they have these little brush things that are flat with one side covered in a soft material...you dip that side in the paint and you can pain right up to the edges without it crossing the lines. We used them to paint my room and they're great.How do i paint close to the ceiling and make it look neat?
You can use a very very stiff small artist brush and get right on the line with that. Make sure you buy a good stiff brush, not a flimbsy one.
I started painting years ago and it was such a disappointment that i couldnt seem to get a really perfect line along the ceiling and wall.
I went to that stiff artist brush its about 1/4 inch wide with a pencil type handle and I, a person with even a shaky hand can make a perfect line at the ceiling and around the windows and door, keeping paint off even the varnished surfaces. Those guides are no good they are a mess to keep clean and do not paint close enough. .
Sure it takes time, but in the end it looks better than even a professional painter can do.
Well--you can tape before painting with green or blue masking tape. Or you can rely on your steady hand and a good quality brush... Another trick is to tape an edge a half inch or so out from the offending corner (either wall meeting wall or wall meeting ceiling etc) and paint. It leaves a straighter, more reliable edge than right in the ';crotch'; of a corner.
Using painters tape, tape up the edges where you do not want paint, also they sell what in my area are called egde painters. they are made especially to paint edges meeting together, like ceilings, or corners or around woodwork.
Also if painting tape is to expensive I have had good luck using masking tape.
all paint stores /hardware places have ';painters tape';. run it along the edge you don't wait to paint. the tape will come off without residue or ripping the old paint as it is desigened to be applied and removed. dont use masking tape it is not the same thing and will damage your ceiling.
also edge the top and bottom of the walls, around door frames etc carefully with an edger brush (it is smaller) to keep it neat. this way you are painting nearly all the way with the roller without smearing paint on the ceiling by rolling it to the very top.
ask the paint shop for more tips but this worked for me to keep blue paint off the white ceiling.
I would tape off any thing around doors and windows and such. As far as the ceiling, it is how you hold the brush. You have to hold it at an angle and move across small sections at a time and have a steady hand. You can go to your paint store and they should be able to show you. Then you fill in the wall part with a roller.
At paint stores/departments, you can get this little device that is flat with a brush like surface and on one edge are little rollers. So you dip the flat surface in the paint, then press onto the wall with the rollers on the ceiling and then just roll along the edge and voila, a clean straight line! I used one with ease. Hope you can find one too!
Stick tape were u don't want to paint and then just peel it of. It is really easy!!!
You can use a product found at Home Depo that is made by a company named Shur-Line. Its a trim and edge painting device that I have used that works pretty good. Its only about $3.00 and the replacement pads are fairly reasonable in price as well. I'm not sure but you may be able to look them up on line and find what I'm talking about or go to your local home depo and ask someone in the paint department where they are. This company has several painting aids as I recall. This way is much faster then taping everything off as you can also use it around all your trim. Happy painting
Is ceiling paint better than wall paint?
i painted a portion of my ceiling with primer and then pure white flat but after it dries it truns kind of yelowish is ceiling paint going to be better and unnoticable from the old paint or do i have to paint the whole ceiling?Is ceiling paint better than wall paint?
Ceiling paint is different from regular paint. It has more Titanium Dioxide in it which is what gives it the strong white color. The more Titanium Dioxide a paint has the whiter it is and the better it can hide other colors using fewer coats.
Be aware that ceiling paint is designed for ceilings only. Some people make the mistake and try to use it for walls. Ceiling paint is not designed for contact surfaces.
All whites and all ceiling paints are not the same, so make sure that you have enough of the same paint. you don't want to stop in the middle of the ceiling and start with a different ceiling paint. It will never match.Is ceiling paint better than wall paint?
PAINT THE WHOLE THING(the whites are different in different paints).CEILING PAINT JUST HAS MORE PIGMENT(basically thicker and holds) IN IT SO IT DOESNT DRIP AS MUCH AS REGULAR LATEX WALL PAINT AND USUALLY ONE COAT COVERS
Ceiling paint is thicker in consistancy than wall paint. It is made this way so that it can be applied to the ceiling with fewer drips and spattering from roller application.
The only way you are going to get unnoticable color differences is to buy a quality paint, and repaint the whole ceiling. If you have to do two coats, be sure to wait a minimum of 24 hours between coats. This wait is critical to avoid streaking.
Sorry, you will have to pain the entire ceiling to get a uniform color in your painting. Paint begins to age within 6 months after being applied.
yes it is especially if you use it on the ceiling.
If there is a problem with yellowing, think about priming the ceiling with a stain sealer. Now paint with a CEILING paint which is formulated to reflect light in such a way as to be very bright but no glare. Painting just one section will not/cannot do it!
Ceiling paint has more pigment, and often is tinted with a little blue to make it appear brighter. As other posters have said, paint the entire ceiling at once, wait 24 hours, and if it needs another coat, do the entire ceiling again. Good luck.quick loan
Ceiling paint is different from regular paint. It has more Titanium Dioxide in it which is what gives it the strong white color. The more Titanium Dioxide a paint has the whiter it is and the better it can hide other colors using fewer coats.
Be aware that ceiling paint is designed for ceilings only. Some people make the mistake and try to use it for walls. Ceiling paint is not designed for contact surfaces.
All whites and all ceiling paints are not the same, so make sure that you have enough of the same paint. you don't want to stop in the middle of the ceiling and start with a different ceiling paint. It will never match.Is ceiling paint better than wall paint?
PAINT THE WHOLE THING(the whites are different in different paints).CEILING PAINT JUST HAS MORE PIGMENT(basically thicker and holds) IN IT SO IT DOESNT DRIP AS MUCH AS REGULAR LATEX WALL PAINT AND USUALLY ONE COAT COVERS
Ceiling paint is thicker in consistancy than wall paint. It is made this way so that it can be applied to the ceiling with fewer drips and spattering from roller application.
The only way you are going to get unnoticable color differences is to buy a quality paint, and repaint the whole ceiling. If you have to do two coats, be sure to wait a minimum of 24 hours between coats. This wait is critical to avoid streaking.
Sorry, you will have to pain the entire ceiling to get a uniform color in your painting. Paint begins to age within 6 months after being applied.
yes it is especially if you use it on the ceiling.
If there is a problem with yellowing, think about priming the ceiling with a stain sealer. Now paint with a CEILING paint which is formulated to reflect light in such a way as to be very bright but no glare. Painting just one section will not/cannot do it!
Ceiling paint has more pigment, and often is tinted with a little blue to make it appear brighter. As other posters have said, paint the entire ceiling at once, wait 24 hours, and if it needs another coat, do the entire ceiling again. Good luck.
I want to paint my kitchen ceiling but there's cracks and an inch wide hole?
what's the best way to proceed pleaseI want to paint my kitchen ceiling but there's cracks and an inch wide hole?
go to the DIY shop and get a pollyfiller type product, fill the hole and cracks, wait for it to dry, then paintI want to paint my kitchen ceiling but there's cracks and an inch wide hole?
Fill with polyfiller and sand until smooth or paper the ceiling first
1st get a pair of ladders,,,
There're a lot of answers here but you have to first check WHY there's a crack in the ceiling. If there is a problem with the foundation causing the crack, then it will crack again after your repairs. Have a foundation company come out and do an inspection first.
If everything looks fine with the foundation, then I would just tape and bed the crack and retexture.
Its a good idea to use a bit of polifiller first!
id use ployfiller interior fine for smoothing over the cracks and filling the hole when done lightly sand over
find out why you got the cracks, and how did the inch wide hole get there?, you don't get these if everything is normal, if they are fine cracks and you know how the hole got there and its not down to anything serious the you can repair quite easily, first the cracks, place the edge of a scraper in the beginning of the crack and drag the scraper along it to dig it out you do this so you can get a decent amount of filler into the crack, use ';tetrion'; filler if you can get it if not use any equivalent type of pollyfilla let dry sand then repaint, the inch wide hole is different as you have no backing to the hole and trying to put pollyfilla in it is useless it will just fall out, and even if you did manage to get it to stay in it will fall out eventuallly, i would try using bonding plaster as its thick and sticks alot better than pollyfilla stick some in the hole and then stick masking tape across it to stop it falling on your head, when dry remove the tape and refill with pollyfilla and sand smooth re pint, there are other methods such as using a piece of wood/plaster board slightly smaller than the hole with a nail through the centre to act as a type of handle, you then glue around the edges of the wood/plaster board stick it through the hole and using the nail as a handle move it into position so it covers the hole and the glue sticks it to the ceiling from the other side, this then gives you a backing so the filler has something too stick too. either of the methods dicsribed will do the job properly and i use them often on jobs
good luck
Polyfiller will be fine if the cracks are not too wide, use a lot of it and it will strink despite what the packet says. So you need to build it up in layers for large cracks.
The hole you can do what many builders do and jam a piece of newspaper into it tightly then fill over the top. ther are expanding foams you can use but they are expensive and always swell more than you expect. You can even cut a piece of wood or plaster board and push it into the hole then fill over it. There no magic to basic DIY, do whats cheap and safe and does the job.
Get it checked out first to make sure nothing is going to fall down. Then use polyfiller for the hole and plaster for the cracks if it it OK.
If you aren't too great at decorating, I'd hire someone to do the job for you. Just give 'em loads of cups of tea and they'll do a good job!
=]
i am no expert, but call a building surveyor to check if its safe, then ask their advice about painting. Although surveyors are probably expensive. good luck
you can use that filler stuff and the wall board seam tape to hide the cracks and holes they use it on walls and ceilings on all those flip shows between the wall boards
go to the DIY shop and get a pollyfiller type product, fill the hole and cracks, wait for it to dry, then paintI want to paint my kitchen ceiling but there's cracks and an inch wide hole?
Fill with polyfiller and sand until smooth or paper the ceiling first
1st get a pair of ladders,,,
There're a lot of answers here but you have to first check WHY there's a crack in the ceiling. If there is a problem with the foundation causing the crack, then it will crack again after your repairs. Have a foundation company come out and do an inspection first.
If everything looks fine with the foundation, then I would just tape and bed the crack and retexture.
Its a good idea to use a bit of polifiller first!
id use ployfiller interior fine for smoothing over the cracks and filling the hole when done lightly sand over
find out why you got the cracks, and how did the inch wide hole get there?, you don't get these if everything is normal, if they are fine cracks and you know how the hole got there and its not down to anything serious the you can repair quite easily, first the cracks, place the edge of a scraper in the beginning of the crack and drag the scraper along it to dig it out you do this so you can get a decent amount of filler into the crack, use ';tetrion'; filler if you can get it if not use any equivalent type of pollyfilla let dry sand then repaint, the inch wide hole is different as you have no backing to the hole and trying to put pollyfilla in it is useless it will just fall out, and even if you did manage to get it to stay in it will fall out eventuallly, i would try using bonding plaster as its thick and sticks alot better than pollyfilla stick some in the hole and then stick masking tape across it to stop it falling on your head, when dry remove the tape and refill with pollyfilla and sand smooth re pint, there are other methods such as using a piece of wood/plaster board slightly smaller than the hole with a nail through the centre to act as a type of handle, you then glue around the edges of the wood/plaster board stick it through the hole and using the nail as a handle move it into position so it covers the hole and the glue sticks it to the ceiling from the other side, this then gives you a backing so the filler has something too stick too. either of the methods dicsribed will do the job properly and i use them often on jobs
good luck
Polyfiller will be fine if the cracks are not too wide, use a lot of it and it will strink despite what the packet says. So you need to build it up in layers for large cracks.
The hole you can do what many builders do and jam a piece of newspaper into it tightly then fill over the top. ther are expanding foams you can use but they are expensive and always swell more than you expect. You can even cut a piece of wood or plaster board and push it into the hole then fill over it. There no magic to basic DIY, do whats cheap and safe and does the job.
Get it checked out first to make sure nothing is going to fall down. Then use polyfiller for the hole and plaster for the cracks if it it OK.
If you aren't too great at decorating, I'd hire someone to do the job for you. Just give 'em loads of cups of tea and they'll do a good job!
=]
i am no expert, but call a building surveyor to check if its safe, then ask their advice about painting. Although surveyors are probably expensive. good luck
you can use that filler stuff and the wall board seam tape to hide the cracks and holes they use it on walls and ceilings on all those flip shows between the wall boards
I want to paint my kitchen ceiling. Is there a generally recommended color and gloss for kitchen ceilings?
Like the others have suggested, a while ceiling is the norm. Most paint manufacturers have a white paint called ';Ceiling White';, or a product like that. No matter what the wall or cabinet color, a white ceiling will do fine. It's also what people expect, so any other color will often catch peoples attention. In a kitchen what do you want people to notice? Usually that's a nice countertop, or cabinets, or may some other decoration, usually it's not the ceiling.
As for gloss level, that's a little more complex.
Paints are made with different levels of 'toughness', with flat paint being the least durable to scrubbing or cleaning. The higher the gloss/shine, the tougher the paint surface will be. The problem with gloss/semi-gloss surfaces is that they also show the wall 'flaws' more. A 'flat' paint hides bumps and dips better. However, in a kitchen, because of the moisture and grease from cooking, you'll want anything other than flat. This is mostly because the smoke, steam, etc., from cooking will eventually leave a grease or dirt layer on the walls and ceiling, and cleaning them will be much easier if the finish is not a flat finish. There is one new exception to that rule: Aura Paint, from Sherwin Williams is a whole new type of paint, flat finishes are scrubable, you can usually just use one coat, including their whites. It's about twice as expensive as 'normal' paints, but takes half the paint and less time than conventional products. I've used it in my house, including my kitchen and will now paint with nothing else.
Hope this helps. Good LuckI want to paint my kitchen ceiling. Is there a generally recommended color and gloss for kitchen ceilings?
Now days the trend is painting the ceiling soft whites or if you have tall ceilings people are painting the same colors as their walls ,or a hue lighter then the walls.
Also I would go with a flat white. Because you don't want to draw attention upwards.
Good luck.I want to paint my kitchen ceiling. Is there a generally recommended color and gloss for kitchen ceilings?
Typically you want to paint ceilings the brightest white you can find. You want to use semi-gloss instead of flat.
By doing both of these things the light will bounce off the ceiling and help brighten up the room.
Use a flat for the walls, since you dont want light reflecting of the side walls.
Ceilings are usually painted flat white. In my years as a painter I have had some clients who didn't want a harsh white. For them I did the ceilings in very light off whites with slight tints of blue, gray or pink. I always suggested a gray tinted off white but some clients had their own ideas. I never use ';ceiling paints.'; They never cover very well and usually roll out rough and lumpy. I use a good white wall paint. If you want a more washable surface you can use a matte finish. To S C, Aura is a Benjamin Moore product, not Sherwin Williams and it is not available everywhere. The Sherwin Williams paint you are thinking about is Duration. Duration interior paint is a washable flat paint. Everything I have heard about it is very good but I have never used it myself.
Either the same color as the walls or an off-white (we painted ours a color called Polar Bear - it's not as bluish white as pure untinted white). Use semigloss in the kithen, both on the ceilings and walls. This provides a better moisture barrier than flatter surfaces (like eggshell), because of all the steam and cooking vapors that are generated. And, it's easier to clean if something splatters or accumulates on it.
Usually ceilings are painted flat white. The white tends to make the room look bigger and the flat hides imperfections in the surface of the ceiling. If you happen to have a perfectly flat and smooth ceiling then you could do any gloss you want. The ceiling paints that go on a different color but then dry to a flat white are the easiest to use if you aren't an experienced painter since it allows you to clearly see where you have painted. If the ceiling is heavily stained (not unusual in kitchens where a lot of cooking is done) then I'd suggest first painting with a stain-blocking primer such as Kilz before using the final paint.
As for gloss level, that's a little more complex.
Paints are made with different levels of 'toughness', with flat paint being the least durable to scrubbing or cleaning. The higher the gloss/shine, the tougher the paint surface will be. The problem with gloss/semi-gloss surfaces is that they also show the wall 'flaws' more. A 'flat' paint hides bumps and dips better. However, in a kitchen, because of the moisture and grease from cooking, you'll want anything other than flat. This is mostly because the smoke, steam, etc., from cooking will eventually leave a grease or dirt layer on the walls and ceiling, and cleaning them will be much easier if the finish is not a flat finish. There is one new exception to that rule: Aura Paint, from Sherwin Williams is a whole new type of paint, flat finishes are scrubable, you can usually just use one coat, including their whites. It's about twice as expensive as 'normal' paints, but takes half the paint and less time than conventional products. I've used it in my house, including my kitchen and will now paint with nothing else.
Hope this helps. Good LuckI want to paint my kitchen ceiling. Is there a generally recommended color and gloss for kitchen ceilings?
Now days the trend is painting the ceiling soft whites or if you have tall ceilings people are painting the same colors as their walls ,or a hue lighter then the walls.
Also I would go with a flat white. Because you don't want to draw attention upwards.
Good luck.I want to paint my kitchen ceiling. Is there a generally recommended color and gloss for kitchen ceilings?
Typically you want to paint ceilings the brightest white you can find. You want to use semi-gloss instead of flat.
By doing both of these things the light will bounce off the ceiling and help brighten up the room.
Use a flat for the walls, since you dont want light reflecting of the side walls.
Ceilings are usually painted flat white. In my years as a painter I have had some clients who didn't want a harsh white. For them I did the ceilings in very light off whites with slight tints of blue, gray or pink. I always suggested a gray tinted off white but some clients had their own ideas. I never use ';ceiling paints.'; They never cover very well and usually roll out rough and lumpy. I use a good white wall paint. If you want a more washable surface you can use a matte finish. To S C, Aura is a Benjamin Moore product, not Sherwin Williams and it is not available everywhere. The Sherwin Williams paint you are thinking about is Duration. Duration interior paint is a washable flat paint. Everything I have heard about it is very good but I have never used it myself.
Either the same color as the walls or an off-white (we painted ours a color called Polar Bear - it's not as bluish white as pure untinted white). Use semigloss in the kithen, both on the ceilings and walls. This provides a better moisture barrier than flatter surfaces (like eggshell), because of all the steam and cooking vapors that are generated. And, it's easier to clean if something splatters or accumulates on it.
Usually ceilings are painted flat white. The white tends to make the room look bigger and the flat hides imperfections in the surface of the ceiling. If you happen to have a perfectly flat and smooth ceiling then you could do any gloss you want. The ceiling paints that go on a different color but then dry to a flat white are the easiest to use if you aren't an experienced painter since it allows you to clearly see where you have painted. If the ceiling is heavily stained (not unusual in kitchens where a lot of cooking is done) then I'd suggest first painting with a stain-blocking primer such as Kilz before using the final paint.
Would I paint the ceiling border the same as the baseboards in the living room??
I got the answer as to how I should treat my ceiling from kandl722 and was hoping this question could also be resolved. I wasn't quite sure if the semigloss ceiling paint should be extended to include the ceiling border or if it should be painted the same as the baseboards and trim around the window and doorway. Any ideas as to what looks the best. Thank youWould I paint the ceiling border the same as the baseboards in the living room??
The baseboards should always match the trim around the windows and doors and also the trim near the ceiling. Always! Happy painting!Would I paint the ceiling border the same as the baseboards in the living room??
The ceiling border should be the same color as the walls. the baseboards can be the same color, also or one of a darker shade.
use the same semi-gloss paint you used for your baseboard to paint your ceiling border... the same as your doorway and window trim.
it does not matter what color your ceiling is or what color your walls are, normally all borders, trims, door frame and baseboard match.
Your mouldings and trim should all match each other, so the ceiling trim should match the baseboards, not the ceiling.
The baseboards should always match the trim around the windows and doors and also the trim near the ceiling. Always! Happy painting!Would I paint the ceiling border the same as the baseboards in the living room??
The ceiling border should be the same color as the walls. the baseboards can be the same color, also or one of a darker shade.
use the same semi-gloss paint you used for your baseboard to paint your ceiling border... the same as your doorway and window trim.
it does not matter what color your ceiling is or what color your walls are, normally all borders, trims, door frame and baseboard match.
Your mouldings and trim should all match each other, so the ceiling trim should match the baseboards, not the ceiling.
Thursday, February 25, 2010
How do you safely position ladders & a catwalk to paint a cathedral ceiling?
If your cathedral ceiling is really high, you may want to check a local rental shop and rent stackable bakers scaffolds. Bakers scaffolds are 6 foot high.
Otherwise I would cut in the edges using an extension ladder and a paint brush. Then fill in with an extention pole and a roller to get the main section.How do you safely position ladders %26amp; a catwalk to paint a cathedral ceiling?
Just use an extension ladder, cut your ceiling in and then use a extension pole with a roller, you don't need any cat walk.Good luck Les the painter
Otherwise I would cut in the edges using an extension ladder and a paint brush. Then fill in with an extention pole and a roller to get the main section.How do you safely position ladders %26amp; a catwalk to paint a cathedral ceiling?
Just use an extension ladder, cut your ceiling in and then use a extension pole with a roller, you don't need any cat walk.Good luck Les the painter
Should I paint the ceiling?
I am going to paint a fairly small bedroom a light brown/tan color,Im wondering if I paint the ceiling too,if it will make the room look smaller.Or is there any suggestions on what colors I should put together in that same color family that will make the room appear bigger?Should I paint the ceiling?
On the paint strip that your wall color is on, paint the ceiling in the lightest color. It will ';open up'; your room by blending the walls together.lf you do white, there are significant barriers between brown and white.
To get a feel of what I mean, draw a room on a piece of paper (draw in some furniture if you need to). Color the walls near your brown color and color the ceiling white.
Then draw another room just like that one and color the walls your brown and then a very very very light shade of the brown on the walls.
See how the ceiling and walls blend and appear united and open?Should I paint the ceiling?
Nope
One interesting idea is to paint your ceiling the light brown and your walls a very light colour, then the colour from the ceiling bounces down and illuminates your walls.
Don't paint the ceilings. Keep them white using just basic ceiling paint that you can buy at Wal-Mart.
Yes itwill make the room look smaller, I suggest painting the ceiling a flat white.
if you paint your ceiling anything than a really light color your room is going to be darker(and make it seem smaller). I would only paint the ceiling if you have plenty of natural lighting or you want your room to seem dark. If you can't stand to have a white ceiling. take a good size sample of the color you plan to paint your wall to your local hardware store they can find a light color (ceiling appropriate) in the same color family as the wall color. In general painting a smaller room in lighter shades makes it appear larger. So I would stay way from medium to darker tan colors (or maybe use those colors on trims molding and etc). Also painting all the walls in room the same color will help make the room look bigger. Remember if you choose to paint your ceiling take the wall color with you, because there are hundreds if not more shades of what ever color tan you are using because tans have so many different undertones, some are more gray, yellow and etc. this could make it hard to pick a color from memory.
And like a previous person mentioned, keep in mind the scale of the furniture. No matter what you paint the walls and ceilings large scale furnishings will still make the room look small and seem crowded. Also try rearranging the furniture a few different ways often times just rearranging can make a huge difference.
Good luck.
I think you should paint the ceiling white, it'll make the room taller. As for making the room bigger horizontally, you should choose furnishings that are also similar to the wall color, if not a hint darker or lighter than the wall color. Make sure the furniture is not massive in size, keep the scale of the room in mind. Here are some colors that might compliment the light brown/tan wall color:
white
black (use it sparingly)
brown
light sky blue
orange (a very modern color. use this for accents such as pillows, vases, artificial flowers)
I hope this helps!
to keep the room from getting too small/confined i suggest painting the ceiling a very light blue. the brain reads it as the sky and very high off the ground and its actually neutral.
On the paint strip that your wall color is on, paint the ceiling in the lightest color. It will ';open up'; your room by blending the walls together.lf you do white, there are significant barriers between brown and white.
To get a feel of what I mean, draw a room on a piece of paper (draw in some furniture if you need to). Color the walls near your brown color and color the ceiling white.
Then draw another room just like that one and color the walls your brown and then a very very very light shade of the brown on the walls.
See how the ceiling and walls blend and appear united and open?Should I paint the ceiling?
Nope
One interesting idea is to paint your ceiling the light brown and your walls a very light colour, then the colour from the ceiling bounces down and illuminates your walls.
Don't paint the ceilings. Keep them white using just basic ceiling paint that you can buy at Wal-Mart.
Yes itwill make the room look smaller, I suggest painting the ceiling a flat white.
if you paint your ceiling anything than a really light color your room is going to be darker(and make it seem smaller). I would only paint the ceiling if you have plenty of natural lighting or you want your room to seem dark. If you can't stand to have a white ceiling. take a good size sample of the color you plan to paint your wall to your local hardware store they can find a light color (ceiling appropriate) in the same color family as the wall color. In general painting a smaller room in lighter shades makes it appear larger. So I would stay way from medium to darker tan colors (or maybe use those colors on trims molding and etc). Also painting all the walls in room the same color will help make the room look bigger. Remember if you choose to paint your ceiling take the wall color with you, because there are hundreds if not more shades of what ever color tan you are using because tans have so many different undertones, some are more gray, yellow and etc. this could make it hard to pick a color from memory.
And like a previous person mentioned, keep in mind the scale of the furniture. No matter what you paint the walls and ceilings large scale furnishings will still make the room look small and seem crowded. Also try rearranging the furniture a few different ways often times just rearranging can make a huge difference.
Good luck.
I think you should paint the ceiling white, it'll make the room taller. As for making the room bigger horizontally, you should choose furnishings that are also similar to the wall color, if not a hint darker or lighter than the wall color. Make sure the furniture is not massive in size, keep the scale of the room in mind. Here are some colors that might compliment the light brown/tan wall color:
white
black (use it sparingly)
brown
light sky blue
orange (a very modern color. use this for accents such as pillows, vases, artificial flowers)
I hope this helps!
to keep the room from getting too small/confined i suggest painting the ceiling a very light blue. the brain reads it as the sky and very high off the ground and its actually neutral.
How to cover my ceiling when i paint my bedroom walls?
the last time i painted walls in my house we used regular masking tape to tape the ceiling so it wouldnt get paint on it. when we removed the tape it the paint was wavey and not a straight line like i would have liked it to be. what do i need to use to make sure this does not happen again?How to cover my ceiling when i paint my bedroom walls?
When you put the tape on, take a paint brush and paint a tiny bit at the edge of the tape. Let it dry for about a half hour. This creates a seal so that when you continue to paint the walls the paint won't seep through. Make sure your paint brush is not seeping with paint, make sure there is just enough to see a bit of colour on the tape/wall, and reapply when need be
I watch ALOT of Home and Garden Television.How to cover my ceiling when i paint my bedroom walls?
Be more careful taping. This is by far, the worst part of painting. They have tools available to paint without tape but they are expensive and inconvenient.
you can always take an index card and put it against the ceiling to do touch ups. index cards are pretty cheap and you can use all 4 edges. you could really do all of the cutting in that way....really isn't much more involved than taping.
I think you should do the edges with the 3 inch M3 masking tape. and its up to you if you want to put some paper after the tape just in case it plats on the celing.
Well yeah you could just use plain tape but also people sell specail tape for that kind of thing, i think you can find it at like home deepo or something.
Hi I've learned this one--buy an edger--there are MANY different products on the market but they work.
YOu may need a 3rd hand to use it well but they work excellently.
try to get the blue tape ( idk what is called, but its used specially for painting.)norton
When you put the tape on, take a paint brush and paint a tiny bit at the edge of the tape. Let it dry for about a half hour. This creates a seal so that when you continue to paint the walls the paint won't seep through. Make sure your paint brush is not seeping with paint, make sure there is just enough to see a bit of colour on the tape/wall, and reapply when need be
I watch ALOT of Home and Garden Television.How to cover my ceiling when i paint my bedroom walls?
Be more careful taping. This is by far, the worst part of painting. They have tools available to paint without tape but they are expensive and inconvenient.
you can always take an index card and put it against the ceiling to do touch ups. index cards are pretty cheap and you can use all 4 edges. you could really do all of the cutting in that way....really isn't much more involved than taping.
I think you should do the edges with the 3 inch M3 masking tape. and its up to you if you want to put some paper after the tape just in case it plats on the celing.
Well yeah you could just use plain tape but also people sell specail tape for that kind of thing, i think you can find it at like home deepo or something.
Hi I've learned this one--buy an edger--there are MANY different products on the market but they work.
YOu may need a 3rd hand to use it well but they work excellently.
try to get the blue tape ( idk what is called, but its used specially for painting.)
How old was Michelangelo when Pope Julius II asked him to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Michelangelo was 33 when Pope Julius II asked him to paint the Sistine Chapel's ceiling.How old was Michelangelo when Pope Julius II asked him to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
He was young when he started,
and old when he finished, because
he had to lay on his back as he was finishing. %26lt;}:-})How old was Michelangelo when Pope Julius II asked him to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Started 1508, he was born 1475, so he would have been 33.
He was young when he started,
and old when he finished, because
he had to lay on his back as he was finishing. %26lt;}:-})How old was Michelangelo when Pope Julius II asked him to paint the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel?
Started 1508, he was born 1475, so he would have been 33.
Just painted the porch, now I have to paint the porch ceiling. I have a white country home, burgandy red door?
and black shutters. Any sugestions other than blue which I do not like on a ceiling? Should it be the samecolor as the door? Perhaps it too should be white? What do ya think???Just painted the porch, now I have to paint the porch ceiling. I have a white country home, burgandy red door?
Some just don't soak up the ?, do they? Way back,when I was young, my grandmother's wrap around porch had a med. to med. dark gray ceiling, and her house was about as old as yours. I'm thinking that it had a red door also, think it's a southern thing-- grey, white, red. Maybe it would work for you porch. I also thought about green but since you didn't like the cloud thing, didn't figure you'd go for a Xmasy theme!! Good luck with whatever color you choose!!!!Just painted the porch, now I have to paint the porch ceiling. I have a white country home, burgandy red door?
In the south, the typical porch ceiling paint is ';haint blue'; -- keeps the ghosts away and also the wasps, as they mistake it for sky. It's a robin's egg (similar to Benjamin Moore ';bird's egg'; - no commercial interest). This would be a traditional porch ceiling in Charleston or Savannah.
Perhaps a warm yellow or orange, a dark green or a brown green color. A shade of brown or a lighter beige.
I would do a light, light brownish color, white, or perhaps a light variation of your Burgundy (pinkish/brown) to complement your door. If you do a dark color, it will make the area seem smaller. If you do a lighter color it will make the ceiling seem higher. I guess it depends on how high the ceiling is and IF you need it to seem higher than it really is (ie: it is a low, low ceiling).
Good luck.
I THINK YOU SHOULD PAINT THE CEILING SKY BLUE AND PAINT CLOUDS OVER THE BLUE.
I did this in a guest bedroom and everyone oohs and ahhs over it. I had no idea how to do clouds so I started dabbing on white paint in a swirl pattern with cheesecloth and it came out just great.
No green or blue. You might want to consider what kind of hue burgundy paint would cast on people on the porch. I would have to say gray or white as suggested above is your best bet. I know you didn't ask for input on your door but if the burgundy isn't newly painted a bright red is always gorgeous with a white house/black shutters. I think the concept of red doors started in England as a way of saying welcome. Either way, it sounds like your house is done very tastefully. GoOd LuCk!
eggshell or same white as porch
sounds pretty
I'd go with the same color as the door.
I would not do a burgundy color, burgandy is red and reds are warm colors, since the porch is already ';warm';, either go a cool color or neutral.
My choice would be white, or a very very pale sage, almost a white but just a TOUCH of sage.
Some just don't soak up the ?, do they? Way back,when I was young, my grandmother's wrap around porch had a med. to med. dark gray ceiling, and her house was about as old as yours. I'm thinking that it had a red door also, think it's a southern thing-- grey, white, red. Maybe it would work for you porch. I also thought about green but since you didn't like the cloud thing, didn't figure you'd go for a Xmasy theme!! Good luck with whatever color you choose!!!!Just painted the porch, now I have to paint the porch ceiling. I have a white country home, burgandy red door?
In the south, the typical porch ceiling paint is ';haint blue'; -- keeps the ghosts away and also the wasps, as they mistake it for sky. It's a robin's egg (similar to Benjamin Moore ';bird's egg'; - no commercial interest). This would be a traditional porch ceiling in Charleston or Savannah.
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Perhaps a warm yellow or orange, a dark green or a brown green color. A shade of brown or a lighter beige.
I would do a light, light brownish color, white, or perhaps a light variation of your Burgundy (pinkish/brown) to complement your door. If you do a dark color, it will make the area seem smaller. If you do a lighter color it will make the ceiling seem higher. I guess it depends on how high the ceiling is and IF you need it to seem higher than it really is (ie: it is a low, low ceiling).
Good luck.
I THINK YOU SHOULD PAINT THE CEILING SKY BLUE AND PAINT CLOUDS OVER THE BLUE.
I did this in a guest bedroom and everyone oohs and ahhs over it. I had no idea how to do clouds so I started dabbing on white paint in a swirl pattern with cheesecloth and it came out just great.
No green or blue. You might want to consider what kind of hue burgundy paint would cast on people on the porch. I would have to say gray or white as suggested above is your best bet. I know you didn't ask for input on your door but if the burgundy isn't newly painted a bright red is always gorgeous with a white house/black shutters. I think the concept of red doors started in England as a way of saying welcome. Either way, it sounds like your house is done very tastefully. GoOd LuCk!
eggshell or same white as porch
sounds pretty
I'd go with the same color as the door.
I would not do a burgundy color, burgandy is red and reds are warm colors, since the porch is already ';warm';, either go a cool color or neutral.
My choice would be white, or a very very pale sage, almost a white but just a TOUCH of sage.
What color would you paint the ceiling?
I am redoing my 4 years old sons room, its a sports theme. I did the walls 2 colors. The top medium baby blue and the bottom a dark blue. I have all the corwn molding in bright white and i want to paint the ceiling to make it pop. It is that nasty popcorn ceiling also. His room is the standard boys colors with hunter green, all blue colors some tan, thats all in his sports bedding and in his sports decor. What color would u paint the ceiling if it was your room???What color would you paint the ceiling?
i would paint it white.What color would you paint the ceiling?
i think anything but white would clash, white is neutral, works best on ceilings
I'd keep it white with a flat finish to hide the texture you don't like
As previously answered white, but do use flat white so that it does not reflect any glossy light on the ceiling thus making the popcorn show up much more.
I would remove the popcorn off the ceiling. Easy, but messy so clear everything out first. Then I would paint it light tan. If you don't want to remove the popcorn, make sure you use the proper roller. It needs to be thick pile to get to the bottom of the texture. Not a standard roller cover. Also, the painting a ceiling is messy. The drips and splatters go down so again you have to clear the room. Paint slow to minimize splatter or you may have a lot of touch ups on the walls.
i would paint it white.What color would you paint the ceiling?
i think anything but white would clash, white is neutral, works best on ceilings
I'd keep it white with a flat finish to hide the texture you don't like
As previously answered white, but do use flat white so that it does not reflect any glossy light on the ceiling thus making the popcorn show up much more.
I would remove the popcorn off the ceiling. Easy, but messy so clear everything out first. Then I would paint it light tan. If you don't want to remove the popcorn, make sure you use the proper roller. It needs to be thick pile to get to the bottom of the texture. Not a standard roller cover. Also, the painting a ceiling is messy. The drips and splatters go down so again you have to clear the room. Paint slow to minimize splatter or you may have a lot of touch ups on the walls.
What color do you paint a ceiling? Is an off white like antique white good? Or bright white?
It depends on the wall color of the room. If you are painting your walls gold, red, or brown, an antique white would probably look better. If you are painting your walls blue, green, or pink, a bright white would look better.What color do you paint a ceiling? Is an off white like antique white good? Or bright white?
AS stated elsewhere, it is a matter of personal preference. I like to paint ceilings a much lighter shade, but in the same color family as my wallsWhat color do you paint a ceiling? Is an off white like antique white good? Or bright white?
Ceiling paint is available at Home Depot/Lowe's which is an off-white. It contains additives than will enable it to adhere better to ceiling. I imagine you will proably be able to(mix it) to get it in any color, but the off white seems most common.
It's a matter of personal taste. Some times paint the ceiling the same color as the walls.
I recommend ceiling white with 1 drop of black added at the paint store.I prefer Benjamin Moore paints myself.
bright white, makes the room look bigger
AS stated elsewhere, it is a matter of personal preference. I like to paint ceilings a much lighter shade, but in the same color family as my wallsWhat color do you paint a ceiling? Is an off white like antique white good? Or bright white?
Ceiling paint is available at Home Depot/Lowe's which is an off-white. It contains additives than will enable it to adhere better to ceiling. I imagine you will proably be able to(mix it) to get it in any color, but the off white seems most common.
It's a matter of personal taste. Some times paint the ceiling the same color as the walls.
I recommend ceiling white with 1 drop of black added at the paint store.I prefer Benjamin Moore paints myself.
bright white, makes the room look bigger
Where can I find a mural painter to paint a sky ceiling?
I want the best painter in Europe or the UK to paint my dining room ceiling with a scene of clouds and skyWhere can I find a mural painter to paint a sky ceiling?
Hire a muralist. It's a specialized field. The best painter on canvas might not be the best painter for the scale you are looking for.Where can I find a mural painter to paint a sky ceiling?
Dig out Leonardo da Vinci, dig out some more dead people, put the missing body-parts on Leonardo corpse, take him to the tallest tower in the country, wait for some stormy weather.....and there you go!
Maybe you could rent him later.
Ok, I will assist you to contant all painters.
I suggest going to a science fiction convention. Look at the paintings in the art show and talk to the artists. You should be able to find one you like.
You might want to check out the international letterheads. www.letterhead.com, they are muralist and sign painters from all over the world. Some of the best talent out their too. Check them out.
iv been thinking about having a ceiling in that style. another alternative that may be cheaper is gettin a picture in that style an stick it up there. i went in a gallery shop the other week an saw a massive painting which was like looking straight up in a wooded area. had tops of trees an sky. was awsome.
go to yellow pages or advertisements
Hire a muralist. It's a specialized field. The best painter on canvas might not be the best painter for the scale you are looking for.Where can I find a mural painter to paint a sky ceiling?
Dig out Leonardo da Vinci, dig out some more dead people, put the missing body-parts on Leonardo corpse, take him to the tallest tower in the country, wait for some stormy weather.....and there you go!
Maybe you could rent him later.
Ok, I will assist you to contant all painters.
I suggest going to a science fiction convention. Look at the paintings in the art show and talk to the artists. You should be able to find one you like.
You might want to check out the international letterheads. www.letterhead.com, they are muralist and sign painters from all over the world. Some of the best talent out their too. Check them out.
iv been thinking about having a ceiling in that style. another alternative that may be cheaper is gettin a picture in that style an stick it up there. i went in a gallery shop the other week an saw a massive painting which was like looking straight up in a wooded area. had tops of trees an sky. was awsome.
go to yellow pages or advertisements
Best way to paint a ceiling and minimize dripping?
in a hurry and dont have drop cloth, gotta do it todayBest way to paint a ceiling and minimize dripping?
Buy a good name brand paint and remove any excess paint from the roller, before you apply it to the ceiling. I still think you should go to a dollar store an pick up a drop cloth. You know what ';they'; say about an ounce of prevention.Best way to paint a ceiling and minimize dripping?
Use a roller sleeve with 3/8';. It will minimize the amount of painting being splattered as you are rolling. That along with the newspapers should do the job. If you can sacrifice a bed sheet it will also help but you will still need to use paper under it. DO NOT use plastic.
BUY expensive paint, it doesnt drip like cheaper stuff,,,trust me Ive painted dozens of ceilings
Use newspaper on the floor, it will keep the smaller drips up at least. And don't overload the roller with paint, roll it several times on the ';ramp'; of the pan to get off the excess. Trying to roll the paint on very fast will cause ';spray'; so roll with slow deliberate strokes.
Good luck.norton
Buy a good name brand paint and remove any excess paint from the roller, before you apply it to the ceiling. I still think you should go to a dollar store an pick up a drop cloth. You know what ';they'; say about an ounce of prevention.Best way to paint a ceiling and minimize dripping?
Use a roller sleeve with 3/8';. It will minimize the amount of painting being splattered as you are rolling. That along with the newspapers should do the job. If you can sacrifice a bed sheet it will also help but you will still need to use paper under it. DO NOT use plastic.
BUY expensive paint, it doesnt drip like cheaper stuff,,,trust me Ive painted dozens of ceilings
Use newspaper on the floor, it will keep the smaller drips up at least. And don't overload the roller with paint, roll it several times on the ';ramp'; of the pan to get off the excess. Trying to roll the paint on very fast will cause ';spray'; so roll with slow deliberate strokes.
Good luck.
How do I paint a popcorn ceiling?
Use a roller and lots of white or whatever color you are using.It will be very time consuming so do it when you have alot of free time.Otherwise scrape off the popcorn and start fresh.How do I paint a popcorn ceiling?
spray it , get lots of plasticHow do I paint a popcorn ceiling?
First use BIG BIG roller followed by BIG BIG brush . Its easy.
get a good artist i suppose
popcorn ceilings soak up paint like sponges, i would suggest getting something to scrape off the popcorn, then paint your cieling white then paint it whatever color you want it.
if you paint popcorn ceilings you will use up so much more paint than you would be by scraping it. it will save you money also by not using up as much paint.
Get a deep nappy roller or if the ceiling is plaster and paint mix get several sponges and wipe it down. Other than that thats it.
you can do one of two things.....first, which i don't recommend, is spray paint it.....but second way, which will look better but be very time consuming, is to scrape the popcorn off first, THEN you can use a roller to paint it
spray it , get lots of plasticHow do I paint a popcorn ceiling?
First use BIG BIG roller followed by BIG BIG brush . Its easy.
get a good artist i suppose
popcorn ceilings soak up paint like sponges, i would suggest getting something to scrape off the popcorn, then paint your cieling white then paint it whatever color you want it.
if you paint popcorn ceilings you will use up so much more paint than you would be by scraping it. it will save you money also by not using up as much paint.
Get a deep nappy roller or if the ceiling is plaster and paint mix get several sponges and wipe it down. Other than that thats it.
you can do one of two things.....first, which i don't recommend, is spray paint it.....but second way, which will look better but be very time consuming, is to scrape the popcorn off first, THEN you can use a roller to paint it
Do you paint a ceiling the same colours as the walls to make the room look bigger?
No, often paint the ceiling the same color as the walls, will have the opposite effect and make the room seem shorter, and smaller. Now if you paint the ceiling either, 3 shades lighter then the wall paint or ceiling white, that will make the ceiling seem taller, and therefor visually open the room up.
When painting this room remember to paint the ceiling first and then the wall. Because, paint splaters!!!
Good Luck,Do you paint a ceiling the same colours as the walls to make the room look bigger?
Yes. Same colour or even better a lighter shade of the colour.
A darker colour will definatly make your room look smaller.Do you paint a ceiling the same colours as the walls to make the room look bigger?
i guess it would depend on the colors. we just painted a small room a blueish gray with a darker gray border but we left the ceilings alone and there still white. the darker colors usually will make a room appear smaller but the white ceilings helped our room and opened it up, so it doesnt seem smaller and it looks really good too. if you want to make the room seem bigger try light colors.
I think this sort of depends on what color you are painting. Some colors work better on the ceiling than others, even if the rest of the room is the same. I usually like to use a lighter shade of the color on the ceiling, but with a color like red this won't work (you'd wind up with a pink ceiling). On the other hand, I've seen rooms with sky blue walls and a chocolate colored ceiling and it looked really good.
Try talking to a designer or a friend with good judgment and see what they think, or if you don't mind repainting go ahead and see what you think. If you don't like it when you're done, you can always paint over it. There is a section of hgtv.com that focuses on decorating small spaces.
--p.s. Darker colors to not make spaces look smaller. Ignore the last guy.
Daker colours will enclose your room a little so most people only have 1 dark accent wall and then lighter shades on the others.
Having a white ceiling will give you the appearance of a taller room, so most people do go with that option.
I would think that would have the opposite effect.
A better way to make a small room look larger is mirrors. Put a mirror or mirrored shadow box on the wall. It really ads a sense of space. Also, lighter colors will make the room look bigger than darker ones. Make sure the furniture is ligher and brighter. No dark curtains or carpets.
Good luck!
Well, I guess the normal thing is to paint the ceiling white, to make the rrom look bigger...
But, some people like to paint the ceiling in another color, generally blue... It remind the sky... But only do that if the room is big!
Good luck
When painting this room remember to paint the ceiling first and then the wall. Because, paint splaters!!!
Good Luck,Do you paint a ceiling the same colours as the walls to make the room look bigger?
Yes. Same colour or even better a lighter shade of the colour.
A darker colour will definatly make your room look smaller.Do you paint a ceiling the same colours as the walls to make the room look bigger?
i guess it would depend on the colors. we just painted a small room a blueish gray with a darker gray border but we left the ceilings alone and there still white. the darker colors usually will make a room appear smaller but the white ceilings helped our room and opened it up, so it doesnt seem smaller and it looks really good too. if you want to make the room seem bigger try light colors.
I think this sort of depends on what color you are painting. Some colors work better on the ceiling than others, even if the rest of the room is the same. I usually like to use a lighter shade of the color on the ceiling, but with a color like red this won't work (you'd wind up with a pink ceiling). On the other hand, I've seen rooms with sky blue walls and a chocolate colored ceiling and it looked really good.
Try talking to a designer or a friend with good judgment and see what they think, or if you don't mind repainting go ahead and see what you think. If you don't like it when you're done, you can always paint over it. There is a section of hgtv.com that focuses on decorating small spaces.
--p.s. Darker colors to not make spaces look smaller. Ignore the last guy.
Daker colours will enclose your room a little so most people only have 1 dark accent wall and then lighter shades on the others.
Having a white ceiling will give you the appearance of a taller room, so most people do go with that option.
I would think that would have the opposite effect.
A better way to make a small room look larger is mirrors. Put a mirror or mirrored shadow box on the wall. It really ads a sense of space. Also, lighter colors will make the room look bigger than darker ones. Make sure the furniture is ligher and brighter. No dark curtains or carpets.
Good luck!
Well, I guess the normal thing is to paint the ceiling white, to make the rrom look bigger...
But, some people like to paint the ceiling in another color, generally blue... It remind the sky... But only do that if the room is big!
Good luck
How do I remove textured paint from my ceiling?
If you mean 'popcorn' texture you will need to know what type of texture was used on the ceiling. Although I don't believe anybody uses Asbestos in residential buildings anymore it is still legal to do so and was used through the 1980's in a lot of construction. The laws against Asbestos only forbid it from being developed into new types of products. There are currently dozens of things that Asbestos can be used in legally. If you cannot be sure that your texture is not made from Asbestos you should have a professional contractor remove your texture for you.
That said, if you have a steamer spraying the ceiling a little to soften the texture then scraping gently with a spatula (6'; is a good size) to remove the popcorn. You could also use a damp sponge with warm water before scraping. Just be careful not to gouge the ceiling with the corner of the spatula.How do I remove textured paint from my ceiling?
Scrap it off with a wide blade putty knife or wall paper scraper. Cover floor with drop cloths. Or you can cover texture ceiling with different kind of texture or spray.How do I remove textured paint from my ceiling?
dynamite
That said, if you have a steamer spraying the ceiling a little to soften the texture then scraping gently with a spatula (6'; is a good size) to remove the popcorn. You could also use a damp sponge with warm water before scraping. Just be careful not to gouge the ceiling with the corner of the spatula.How do I remove textured paint from my ceiling?
Scrap it off with a wide blade putty knife or wall paper scraper. Cover floor with drop cloths. Or you can cover texture ceiling with different kind of texture or spray.How do I remove textured paint from my ceiling?
dynamite
What order should i do this in...paint ceiling, walls, rip up rug, refinish and varnish floors, paint trim.?
for my kids room. don't know which order would make most sense. if i paint first i don't need a drop cloth. if i finish the hardwood floor first the finish might be scratched up during painting. i can't decide.What order should i do this in...paint ceiling, walls, rip up rug, refinish and varnish floors, paint trim.?
I would pull the trim off and paint the walls and ceiling. Then I would stain my trim and while it was drying in a different room I would rip up the floor. If the floor was a really dirty messy job I would do it first. Most likely though if you were re-doing a hardwood floor you would use a heavy duty stripper which would reduce the amount of sanding required. If that is the case do the floor first and use some heavy duty paint covers while you are painting.What order should i do this in...paint ceiling, walls, rip up rug, refinish and varnish floors, paint trim.?
how about, rip up rug cuz u dont wanna get it dirty,paint ceiling,walls,paint trim, and the then the floors
paint ceiling, walls, trim. rip up rug. refinish and varnish floors. Spot paint walls and lower trim that got dinged or smudged from ripping up the carpet.
Short answer. Anything that can drip on the floor, paint, Spackle, etc, do first. Then pull the rug.
you have thecorrect order
This debate comes around every time we do remodeling, and there are different schools of thought. The floor guy wants to be last, and so does the painter. If you are doing the work yourself, only you can decide.
It is not that hard to cover a new floor and avoid damaging it during painting. You do have to be careful with ladders. On the other hand, it's very likely that walls and trim will get dinged when the floors are refinished. The dings can be touched up, but...
So I prefer doing the floors last. It's a coin toss in most cases.
HI!
Paint the ceiling
then the walls
then the trim
then pull the rug and work on the floors!
then let them loose!!!!!! :)
Paint the ceiling, paint walls, rip up rug, refinish floors,paint trim
paint the ceiling, then walls, then trim, then pull up the rug, and varnish and refinish the floors, that would be a perfect order.
leave the carpet last so you dont spill any paint on your new rug or tile. then refinish and leave the paint last.
hope this helps.
paint ceiling and walls let dry completely then rip up rug and refinish floors let dry completely then paint trim.
The orders listed above are good, although I would rip up the carpet before doing the trim. That way you'll get it painted all the way down to the edge of the floor. Just use some blue painter's tape to tape off the floor.
After you refinish the floors, you can do spot painting on any dings you may have gotten in the process.
i would paint ceilings,paint walls,paint trim,rip up the rug and then refinish and varnish floor..sounds like a plan to me
I've done a similar project (but no trim painting as it was virgin cypress). First, rip the carpet up. Sand the wood work. Then clean the woodwork, walls and ceiling. Float any cracks, holes, etc. Prime, get primer shaken at paint store. Paint ( I prefer Sherwin Williams Everclean paint, flat). Get a good roller, no cheapo as the cheap ones break easily. Get a good roller for the paint. Get a disposable roller for the primer if you use oil based primer. And whichever rollers you get, using masking tape, roll the tape around the roller. Press it in, rip it off, repeat 5x to get all the fuzzies out. Get a paint tray and disposable liners. I prefer a latter that has a good tray to put the paint tray on. Get good canvas drop clothes, especially if you ever plan on painting again.
Prime then lightly sand the wood work. Then wipe down again. And then paint it.
Then do the floor. Use a good shop vac (Rigid, Home Depot brand) to vacum ceiling, woodwork, walls and floor after sanding.
And have fun!
I would pull the trim off and paint the walls and ceiling. Then I would stain my trim and while it was drying in a different room I would rip up the floor. If the floor was a really dirty messy job I would do it first. Most likely though if you were re-doing a hardwood floor you would use a heavy duty stripper which would reduce the amount of sanding required. If that is the case do the floor first and use some heavy duty paint covers while you are painting.What order should i do this in...paint ceiling, walls, rip up rug, refinish and varnish floors, paint trim.?
how about, rip up rug cuz u dont wanna get it dirty,paint ceiling,walls,paint trim, and the then the floors
paint ceiling, walls, trim. rip up rug. refinish and varnish floors. Spot paint walls and lower trim that got dinged or smudged from ripping up the carpet.
Short answer. Anything that can drip on the floor, paint, Spackle, etc, do first. Then pull the rug.
you have thecorrect order
This debate comes around every time we do remodeling, and there are different schools of thought. The floor guy wants to be last, and so does the painter. If you are doing the work yourself, only you can decide.
It is not that hard to cover a new floor and avoid damaging it during painting. You do have to be careful with ladders. On the other hand, it's very likely that walls and trim will get dinged when the floors are refinished. The dings can be touched up, but...
So I prefer doing the floors last. It's a coin toss in most cases.
HI!
Paint the ceiling
then the walls
then the trim
then pull the rug and work on the floors!
then let them loose!!!!!! :)
Paint the ceiling, paint walls, rip up rug, refinish floors,paint trim
paint the ceiling, then walls, then trim, then pull up the rug, and varnish and refinish the floors, that would be a perfect order.
leave the carpet last so you dont spill any paint on your new rug or tile. then refinish and leave the paint last.
hope this helps.
paint ceiling and walls let dry completely then rip up rug and refinish floors let dry completely then paint trim.
The orders listed above are good, although I would rip up the carpet before doing the trim. That way you'll get it painted all the way down to the edge of the floor. Just use some blue painter's tape to tape off the floor.
After you refinish the floors, you can do spot painting on any dings you may have gotten in the process.
i would paint ceilings,paint walls,paint trim,rip up the rug and then refinish and varnish floor..sounds like a plan to me
I've done a similar project (but no trim painting as it was virgin cypress). First, rip the carpet up. Sand the wood work. Then clean the woodwork, walls and ceiling. Float any cracks, holes, etc. Prime, get primer shaken at paint store. Paint ( I prefer Sherwin Williams Everclean paint, flat). Get a good roller, no cheapo as the cheap ones break easily. Get a good roller for the paint. Get a disposable roller for the primer if you use oil based primer. And whichever rollers you get, using masking tape, roll the tape around the roller. Press it in, rip it off, repeat 5x to get all the fuzzies out. Get a paint tray and disposable liners. I prefer a latter that has a good tray to put the paint tray on. Get good canvas drop clothes, especially if you ever plan on painting again.
Prime then lightly sand the wood work. Then wipe down again. And then paint it.
Then do the floor. Use a good shop vac (Rigid, Home Depot brand) to vacum ceiling, woodwork, walls and floor after sanding.
And have fun!
Im painting my kitchen, but im not shure how to paint around the ceiling fan.?
Should I just take the blades off? If anyone has any advice or any good links it is much appreciated.Im painting my kitchen, but im not shure how to paint around the ceiling fan.?
Taking apart the fan isn't a great idea.
Buy some trash bags or wastebasket liners and slide one over each fan blade. Paint as close to the fixture with a roller as you're able to, not worrying about touching the roller to the plastic bags. Use a brush to get a clean line right up to the fixture, just like you would around baseboards, molding, or something that can't be moved mid-wall.
Remember, ceiling painting requires frequent one-minute breaks to look down, or your neck may bother you for days and days. If you tend to drip or spatter when painting, wear eye protection. A tiny droplet of paint in the eye is really irritating.Im painting my kitchen, but im not shure how to paint around the ceiling fan.?
I wouldn't take apart the fan. Get as close as you can with the roller, and then use an angled brush to do the rest. If you happen to get paint on the fan, there's a product called Goof-off (commonly sold at hardware stores) that can be used to easily remove the paint. Good luck.
Hey, What kind of brush are you using? are you doing a textured ceiling? Or using a roller?
If you are using a roller, simply tape around the ceiling fan, on the fan not on the ceiling. using smaller pieces of tape to get around the shape of the fan, and use a brush, just like you would use for the edges of the ceiling. up to 2 and a half inches, or 3';. Just enough so that the roller doesn't touch the ceiling fan, and use a hand roller, to finish. Blades shouldn't have to be removed, unless you want to make it easier for you. paint should come off of the blades pretty easy. It may be cleaner to remove the blades.
If you're doing a textured looked, popcorn or fanning, etc. again tape the ceiling fan, remove the blades if you feel you may be messy, again brush a little around the fan, and go over it again with the texture.
I typically remove outlets, ceiling fixtures, curtain rods, phone jacks, and other attatched wall and ceiling items when painting, purely because it's easier for me to do it that way, and if you remove or change these items, for a decorative, or just simply replace them, you may change the shape and size of the items, and there will be missing paint.
Have fun, painting, i just did my den, breakfast nook, kitchen and dinning room, all in one day... My legs hurt for two days. we taped everything, and painted every little thing. but it was definantly worth it.
If the fan blades easily screw off, then take then off!
Use blue painter's tape to cover the edge and base of the fan right where it makes contact with the ceiling.
Paint area around fan.
Allow paint to dry.
After paint has been completely dry, peel off the blue painters tape. Blue painters tape can be found in any do-it-yourself store like home depot. It only costs a few bucks.
Sometimes masking tape will work good too.
Take care
Just make sure the fan is turned off... LOL
:) Seriously, don't bother removing the blades, it would take you longer than just using a small 2 inch brush carefully.
You could just lay an old towel over top of them.
Definitely take the blades off. Your work will be much easier. It's easy enough to take the blades off a fan. Just follow your instruction booklet, as different fans have different ways to do this. You won't need to take the complete fan apart or take it down, just remove the blades and you'll find your job MUCH easier.
Wrap the fan in plastic. You can get very lightweight clear plastic in the form of drop cloths at your local paint store for a couple of bucks. Tape the base of the fan off with blue painters tape, 3M 2080 is the best to release easily.
I think I would take the fan down. make sure you know what you are doing since you are dealing with electricity. Then us a bruch to get close to the opening. Just remember, be careful.
Shure? What is Shure? Isn't it SURE? You have bigger problems then figuring out that you have to shut off the fan to paint around it.
Taking apart the fan isn't a great idea.
Buy some trash bags or wastebasket liners and slide one over each fan blade. Paint as close to the fixture with a roller as you're able to, not worrying about touching the roller to the plastic bags. Use a brush to get a clean line right up to the fixture, just like you would around baseboards, molding, or something that can't be moved mid-wall.
Remember, ceiling painting requires frequent one-minute breaks to look down, or your neck may bother you for days and days. If you tend to drip or spatter when painting, wear eye protection. A tiny droplet of paint in the eye is really irritating.Im painting my kitchen, but im not shure how to paint around the ceiling fan.?
I wouldn't take apart the fan. Get as close as you can with the roller, and then use an angled brush to do the rest. If you happen to get paint on the fan, there's a product called Goof-off (commonly sold at hardware stores) that can be used to easily remove the paint. Good luck.
Hey, What kind of brush are you using? are you doing a textured ceiling? Or using a roller?
If you are using a roller, simply tape around the ceiling fan, on the fan not on the ceiling. using smaller pieces of tape to get around the shape of the fan, and use a brush, just like you would use for the edges of the ceiling. up to 2 and a half inches, or 3';. Just enough so that the roller doesn't touch the ceiling fan, and use a hand roller, to finish. Blades shouldn't have to be removed, unless you want to make it easier for you. paint should come off of the blades pretty easy. It may be cleaner to remove the blades.
If you're doing a textured looked, popcorn or fanning, etc. again tape the ceiling fan, remove the blades if you feel you may be messy, again brush a little around the fan, and go over it again with the texture.
I typically remove outlets, ceiling fixtures, curtain rods, phone jacks, and other attatched wall and ceiling items when painting, purely because it's easier for me to do it that way, and if you remove or change these items, for a decorative, or just simply replace them, you may change the shape and size of the items, and there will be missing paint.
Have fun, painting, i just did my den, breakfast nook, kitchen and dinning room, all in one day... My legs hurt for two days. we taped everything, and painted every little thing. but it was definantly worth it.
If the fan blades easily screw off, then take then off!
Use blue painter's tape to cover the edge and base of the fan right where it makes contact with the ceiling.
Paint area around fan.
Allow paint to dry.
After paint has been completely dry, peel off the blue painters tape. Blue painters tape can be found in any do-it-yourself store like home depot. It only costs a few bucks.
Sometimes masking tape will work good too.
Take care
Just make sure the fan is turned off... LOL
:) Seriously, don't bother removing the blades, it would take you longer than just using a small 2 inch brush carefully.
You could just lay an old towel over top of them.
Definitely take the blades off. Your work will be much easier. It's easy enough to take the blades off a fan. Just follow your instruction booklet, as different fans have different ways to do this. You won't need to take the complete fan apart or take it down, just remove the blades and you'll find your job MUCH easier.
Wrap the fan in plastic. You can get very lightweight clear plastic in the form of drop cloths at your local paint store for a couple of bucks. Tape the base of the fan off with blue painters tape, 3M 2080 is the best to release easily.
I think I would take the fan down. make sure you know what you are doing since you are dealing with electricity. Then us a bruch to get close to the opening. Just remember, be careful.
Shure? What is Shure? Isn't it SURE? You have bigger problems then figuring out that you have to shut off the fan to paint around it.
When painting do u paint ceiling same color??
i am painting my daughters room in sky blue... will painting the ceiling make the room look bigger or smaller or do i keep the ceiling white??When painting do u paint ceiling same color??
painting the ceiling the same as the walls will make it look smaller.
However, if you leave the skirting around the ceiling a light colour it will make it look bigger.
Sort of like a picture rail makes walls look tallerWhen painting do u paint ceiling same color??
That is a good Question!! When painting any room you need to identify what you want to get out of the change.. painting the walls changes the mood of the room. Sky blue is a great bedroom color by the way.. having the ceiling White allows the room to maximize the light in the room. while having the ceiling the same color, although it dose darken the room to reflect the color, reinforces the mood the color brings.. both ways are good....... note: all one color is easier :)
Keep it white.
I think you should keep it white, it reflects light better than colored ceiling. Also your ceiling will look crisp and clean against the nice sky blue.
Most people keep ceilings light (white or cream) but if you want to paint it the same, it will ';cacoon'; the room. If that is the look you are going for, it's fine. Whatever you decide, if you don't like it you can change it.
What ever you prefer. Really doesn't matter.
Probably would keep it white and add light blue clouds, then add a touch of white with a dry brush. That should thrill you, with more work.
Other wise, keep the ceiling white. All blue would be to much blue.
Have fun painting .......norton
painting the ceiling the same as the walls will make it look smaller.
However, if you leave the skirting around the ceiling a light colour it will make it look bigger.
Sort of like a picture rail makes walls look tallerWhen painting do u paint ceiling same color??
That is a good Question!! When painting any room you need to identify what you want to get out of the change.. painting the walls changes the mood of the room. Sky blue is a great bedroom color by the way.. having the ceiling White allows the room to maximize the light in the room. while having the ceiling the same color, although it dose darken the room to reflect the color, reinforces the mood the color brings.. both ways are good....... note: all one color is easier :)
Keep it white.
I think you should keep it white, it reflects light better than colored ceiling. Also your ceiling will look crisp and clean against the nice sky blue.
Most people keep ceilings light (white or cream) but if you want to paint it the same, it will ';cacoon'; the room. If that is the look you are going for, it's fine. Whatever you decide, if you don't like it you can change it.
What ever you prefer. Really doesn't matter.
Probably would keep it white and add light blue clouds, then add a touch of white with a dry brush. That should thrill you, with more work.
Other wise, keep the ceiling white. All blue would be to much blue.
Have fun painting .......
How do I Correct paint on white ceiling?
I GOT PAINT ON THE EDGE OF THE CEILINGS. I WAS TRYING TO MAKE EVEN LINES. WHAT DO I DO?
CEILING PAINT IS WHITE AND THE OTHER PAINTS ARE NUETRAL COLORS.How do I Correct paint on white ceiling?
use a primer to make sure the color doesn't bleed through then repaint using painter's tape or an edger. if you can't match the ceiling color exactly you may have to paint over the whole thingHow do I Correct paint on white ceiling?
Get tape. Not the blue painters tape. High adhesion masking tape. Inch and a half or greater. Tape a nice line just below where wall meets ceiling. Buy a tube of caulking. Caulk the tape line. Just enough to seal the tape. Rub in with finger. Keep a wet rag with you. Get your ceiling paint and paint the edges. You will have sharp, perfect lines. Take the time to do this anytime you are meeting two different colors. Results are worth the extra time.
If you just have to make a few corrections at spot locations, I usually take a spackle tool and hold it in the corner at the spot and then touch up the celing with a brush without worrying about getting paint on the wall.
Hope that helps.
when painting, carry a wet rag and a putty knife in your back pocket, wrap the rag around the blade of the putty knife and wipe off the area where you get paint and don't want it.
Get some ceiling white and a brush, and repaint the edges of the ceiling. A couple of coats should work just fine.
try using a white paint pen. You can find them in the arts and crafts department in stores.
Get the white paint and a much smaller brush and go over the mistakes carefully.
Take a 5 in one.. (Painters tool'; and score the ceiling line..where the wall meets the ceiling. Press with light force so u make a small indentation...the paint will spill into the small score u made and will never touch the ceiling. That's how u get a perfect cut line.
Far as the paint on your ceiling..Hope u still have some white ceiling paint left so u can touch it up!!
CEILING PAINT IS WHITE AND THE OTHER PAINTS ARE NUETRAL COLORS.How do I Correct paint on white ceiling?
use a primer to make sure the color doesn't bleed through then repaint using painter's tape or an edger. if you can't match the ceiling color exactly you may have to paint over the whole thingHow do I Correct paint on white ceiling?
Get tape. Not the blue painters tape. High adhesion masking tape. Inch and a half or greater. Tape a nice line just below where wall meets ceiling. Buy a tube of caulking. Caulk the tape line. Just enough to seal the tape. Rub in with finger. Keep a wet rag with you. Get your ceiling paint and paint the edges. You will have sharp, perfect lines. Take the time to do this anytime you are meeting two different colors. Results are worth the extra time.
If you just have to make a few corrections at spot locations, I usually take a spackle tool and hold it in the corner at the spot and then touch up the celing with a brush without worrying about getting paint on the wall.
Hope that helps.
when painting, carry a wet rag and a putty knife in your back pocket, wrap the rag around the blade of the putty knife and wipe off the area where you get paint and don't want it.
Get some ceiling white and a brush, and repaint the edges of the ceiling. A couple of coats should work just fine.
try using a white paint pen. You can find them in the arts and crafts department in stores.
Get the white paint and a much smaller brush and go over the mistakes carefully.
Take a 5 in one.. (Painters tool'; and score the ceiling line..where the wall meets the ceiling. Press with light force so u make a small indentation...the paint will spill into the small score u made and will never touch the ceiling. That's how u get a perfect cut line.
Far as the paint on your ceiling..Hope u still have some white ceiling paint left so u can touch it up!!
I used interior acriylic latex paint on my bathroom walls. i got some of the paint on the ceiling but left it
i didn't remove the paint that i got on the ceiling soon enough. i've tried with soap and water which is the suggested clean up method but no luck. does anyone know how i can remove my mistakes without having to paint the ceiling again.I used interior acriylic latex paint on my bathroom walls. i got some of the paint on the ceiling but left it
sorry, but to do the job correctly you are going to have to repaint the ceiling. you might luck out and find a paint that will be an exact match and then you will only have to paint the areas where you made a mistakeI used interior acriylic latex paint on my bathroom walls. i got some of the paint on the ceiling but left it
Try WD40. That can be washed off.
This has a fish oil base.
sorry, but to do the job correctly you are going to have to repaint the ceiling. you might luck out and find a paint that will be an exact match and then you will only have to paint the areas where you made a mistakeI used interior acriylic latex paint on my bathroom walls. i got some of the paint on the ceiling but left it
Try WD40. That can be washed off.
This has a fish oil base.
Is there a reason that I can't use an exterior latex to paint my bathroom ceiling? I have a gallon a white
And I'd like to use it up. Is there a reason you cannot use exterior paint on an interior?Is there a reason that I can't use an exterior latex to paint my bathroom ceiling? I have a gallon a white
Theres no reason you can't use exterior paint on your bath room just make sure that you are putting it over latex paint not oil based pant, as it may blister. If you have oil based paint on there now, cover it first with a coat of ';KILZ'; this will also stop any stains etc. from bleeding through. KILZ is good for covering any stain you may want to cover, including grease,oil,crayon, marking pen etc. Its great when you have kids.Is there a reason that I can't use an exterior latex to paint my bathroom ceiling? I have a gallon a white
Exterior paint cost more then interior is why only want to use it outside. Just cannot use interior outside because it will peel from the hot days. Exterior is OK for the bathroom. Just should use a gloss or a semi-gloss because it is easier to keep clean from the soaps and solutions used. Would not recommend a flat.
I did this once by accident...grabbed the wrong can of trim paint when painting the window trim and moldings in my bedroom. It took a long time for the odor to offgas...i.e. :it STUNK for a couple of weeks. Normally the smell of paint doesn't bother me, but this time I had to sleep in my livingroom for a few days. If you can live with the odor...
no
exterior will be good in the bath room, its made to with stand wet conditions,
don't see a problem with it, most likely it will last longer as exterior paint is designed to withstand many weather conditions and is very durable. go for it!
Exterior paints are formulated to withstand weather changes and rain (water) is 1 of them.
I certainly don't see any problem of using up the paint you've mentioned.
Normally, people do not use exterior paint for interior job due to the cost factor.
But interior paint is a definite NO NO for exterior.
I have to disagree with the others. Most exterior paints should not be used indoors because they contain potent mildewcides that might make you sick.
The only thing you want to know is if its a semi gloss paint. You want a paint that will be easily cleaned.
Not a reason that I know of. I've done it before.
Theres no reason you can't use exterior paint on your bath room just make sure that you are putting it over latex paint not oil based pant, as it may blister. If you have oil based paint on there now, cover it first with a coat of ';KILZ'; this will also stop any stains etc. from bleeding through. KILZ is good for covering any stain you may want to cover, including grease,oil,crayon, marking pen etc. Its great when you have kids.Is there a reason that I can't use an exterior latex to paint my bathroom ceiling? I have a gallon a white
Exterior paint cost more then interior is why only want to use it outside. Just cannot use interior outside because it will peel from the hot days. Exterior is OK for the bathroom. Just should use a gloss or a semi-gloss because it is easier to keep clean from the soaps and solutions used. Would not recommend a flat.
I did this once by accident...grabbed the wrong can of trim paint when painting the window trim and moldings in my bedroom. It took a long time for the odor to offgas...i.e. :it STUNK for a couple of weeks. Normally the smell of paint doesn't bother me, but this time I had to sleep in my livingroom for a few days. If you can live with the odor...
no
exterior will be good in the bath room, its made to with stand wet conditions,
don't see a problem with it, most likely it will last longer as exterior paint is designed to withstand many weather conditions and is very durable. go for it!
Exterior paints are formulated to withstand weather changes and rain (water) is 1 of them.
I certainly don't see any problem of using up the paint you've mentioned.
Normally, people do not use exterior paint for interior job due to the cost factor.
But interior paint is a definite NO NO for exterior.
I have to disagree with the others. Most exterior paints should not be used indoors because they contain potent mildewcides that might make you sick.
The only thing you want to know is if its a semi gloss paint. You want a paint that will be easily cleaned.
Not a reason that I know of. I've done it before.
What should I paint on a ceiling tile for my art project?
I need something that's pretty easy, I'm just a beginner at this. Got any ideas?What should I paint on a ceiling tile for my art project?
A floor tile.What should I paint on a ceiling tile for my art project?
Try a house or a garden./
A floor tile.What should I paint on a ceiling tile for my art project?
Try a house or a garden./
Is there a difference in wall paint and ceiling paint? Should I use semi-gloss for window sills?
ceiling paint is mostly white to make the room brighter and bigger that's all .and semi gloss is good for trim peaces.it helps protect with moisture around windowsIs there a difference in wall paint and ceiling paint? Should I use semi-gloss for window sills?
Hi Kim,
Emulsion paint is most commonly used for both walls and ceilings. They usually come in Vinyl Silk or Vinyl Matt depending on what effect you want to have. The silk variant gives off a very low shine whereas the matt look has no shine impact. The only exception to this would be for walls and ceilings in bathrooms and kitchens where there is a lot of steam. In this case it is better to use an emulsion specially designed for that. You will see that shown on most tins in any good DIY store.
For window sills (inside ones) I like the use of a good gloss finish myself and it matches well with skirting boards or door architraves but it really is a question of pure choice. Mainly it depends what aesthetic effect you want in your room. I always find gloss makes things look very clean and is very easy to wash down.
So no difference between wall and ceiling paints though you can get specific ceiling paint that covers up small cracks and blemishes and if your house is old then I would recommend those.
Happy paintingIs there a difference in wall paint and ceiling paint? Should I use semi-gloss for window sills?
Geeze what an array of answers. Here's the skinny bub.
Ceiling paint is Flat/Mat finish. It is not very washable and will come off if you use too much water or cleaners. It is much cheaper for this reason as well as it does not have any hardeners in it.
Exceptions - If the ceiling paint is 100% acrylic, it is very washable and considerably more expensive. (50%-100+% more expensive)
Wall paints - There are many different types and levels of gloss/sheen. The better paints are 100% acrylic for interiors and here (in Canada) run from about $35-$55/ gallon and are well worth the extra expense.
Keep in mind that the more the gloss and/or the darker the color, the more defects in surfaces appear.
Gloss levels are generally as listed following:
Flat/Mat - Lowest gloss, very high hiding
Pearl/Satin - minimal shine
Semi-Gloss - Medium Gloss
Gloss - Strong gloss
i think it is just a way or you to spend more money. i would use trim paint for your sills though.
always use a good quality paint.
No difference unless its kitchen and bathroom..where you should buy the paint especially designed for these areas..semi gloss is ok for inside but not outside
Yes you have flat are latex glow your're flats means no shine it marks up easly you're glow has shine an iit wipes up easly with a wet rag most people use flat latex on walls glow on you're trim windows %26amp; doors %26amp;base boards
There is a difference in ceiling and wall paints. Ceiling paint is thicker so it won't drip as you are applying it overhead. It is also flat finish to hide imperfections. Use ceiling paint for the ceiling.
Try to use an enamel satin or semi-gloss for trim,sills and doors. It is more durable.
Hi Kim,
Emulsion paint is most commonly used for both walls and ceilings. They usually come in Vinyl Silk or Vinyl Matt depending on what effect you want to have. The silk variant gives off a very low shine whereas the matt look has no shine impact. The only exception to this would be for walls and ceilings in bathrooms and kitchens where there is a lot of steam. In this case it is better to use an emulsion specially designed for that. You will see that shown on most tins in any good DIY store.
For window sills (inside ones) I like the use of a good gloss finish myself and it matches well with skirting boards or door architraves but it really is a question of pure choice. Mainly it depends what aesthetic effect you want in your room. I always find gloss makes things look very clean and is very easy to wash down.
So no difference between wall and ceiling paints though you can get specific ceiling paint that covers up small cracks and blemishes and if your house is old then I would recommend those.
Happy paintingIs there a difference in wall paint and ceiling paint? Should I use semi-gloss for window sills?
Geeze what an array of answers. Here's the skinny bub.
Ceiling paint is Flat/Mat finish. It is not very washable and will come off if you use too much water or cleaners. It is much cheaper for this reason as well as it does not have any hardeners in it.
Exceptions - If the ceiling paint is 100% acrylic, it is very washable and considerably more expensive. (50%-100+% more expensive)
Wall paints - There are many different types and levels of gloss/sheen. The better paints are 100% acrylic for interiors and here (in Canada) run from about $35-$55/ gallon and are well worth the extra expense.
Keep in mind that the more the gloss and/or the darker the color, the more defects in surfaces appear.
Gloss levels are generally as listed following:
Flat/Mat - Lowest gloss, very high hiding
Pearl/Satin - minimal shine
Semi-Gloss - Medium Gloss
Gloss - Strong gloss
i think it is just a way or you to spend more money. i would use trim paint for your sills though.
always use a good quality paint.
No difference unless its kitchen and bathroom..where you should buy the paint especially designed for these areas..semi gloss is ok for inside but not outside
Yes you have flat are latex glow your're flats means no shine it marks up easly you're glow has shine an iit wipes up easly with a wet rag most people use flat latex on walls glow on you're trim windows %26amp; doors %26amp;base boards
There is a difference in ceiling and wall paints. Ceiling paint is thicker so it won't drip as you are applying it overhead. It is also flat finish to hide imperfections. Use ceiling paint for the ceiling.
Try to use an enamel satin or semi-gloss for trim,sills and doors. It is more durable.
How do I paint my basement ceiling to give it that industrial look?
A light Grey paint on your ceiling would generate the industrial look... Because it will highligthened the reflections of such any metal fixture you suppose install in to your ceiling... And of course, to paint your wall with a lighter tone than the ceiling color.How do I paint my basement ceiling to give it that industrial look?
i saw a neat trick on hgtv for that very thing...find a mettalic wallpaper (kind of a foil) preferrably one with texture and use just as you would for walls. its very professional looking. a copper color would look nice but i would use a color that will relate to any exposed pipes that are there. you could also use a mettalic paint. hope this works for youHow do I paint my basement ceiling to give it that industrial look?
normally the paint in industrial places would be a black flat but you may not want black. look In magazines or on line for ideas but stick to flat paint no matter what..
Try using a light gray/silver color and then a silver metallic glaze cross-hatching patterns look great. Good Luck!!
Dark grey with splatter, but it would seem cramped. Look for a spray on heavy texture in a light color.
Try steel checker platenorton
i saw a neat trick on hgtv for that very thing...find a mettalic wallpaper (kind of a foil) preferrably one with texture and use just as you would for walls. its very professional looking. a copper color would look nice but i would use a color that will relate to any exposed pipes that are there. you could also use a mettalic paint. hope this works for youHow do I paint my basement ceiling to give it that industrial look?
normally the paint in industrial places would be a black flat but you may not want black. look In magazines or on line for ideas but stick to flat paint no matter what..
Try using a light gray/silver color and then a silver metallic glaze cross-hatching patterns look great. Good Luck!!
Dark grey with splatter, but it would seem cramped. Look for a spray on heavy texture in a light color.
Try steel checker plate
Why is my fresh coat of paint on my ceiling flaking when trying to apply a 2nd coat?
I starting painting the plaster ceiling, and when I went to do the second coat, the first one started peeling! Yikes! Does anyone know anything about what's wrong with the kitchen ceiling?Why is my fresh coat of paint on my ceiling flaking when trying to apply a 2nd coat?
I am not an expert but I may have some idea of what is happening, and some of the other answers are probably close to correct as well.
Paint needs something to adhere to. If the surface of the plaster is smooth and slick, the paint will have a difficult time ';sticking'; to it and will peel off quite easily. In addition, if the plaster has a coat of latex paint on it and you try to paint oil of top of that layer, it may not stick, if I am not mistaken. As one person mentioned, oil and grease can also be a potential culprit, which, if heavy enough, could prevent the paint from adhering properly. If this were an issue you would need to remove all the paint, as much as is possible, then clean the surface with a degreaser/cleaner, which they sell in the paint section of your hardware store, then do the primer, then the paint.
Long story shortened, assuming this is a smooth if not slick surface, you will need to prime the surface first. A primer type of paint is designed to stick to slick surfaces easily and provides a ';tacky';, for lack of a better word, surface for the actual paint to stick to.
While this takes that much more time to do it is almost a necessity many times, if you want to do the job once, do it right, and be done with it.
I hope this has helped.Why is my fresh coat of paint on my ceiling flaking when trying to apply a 2nd coat?
is the first coat of paint dry? is there moisture in the air? these could make your paint flake.
Is it paint peeling or is the texture coming off... that happens a lot w/ older houses.
If the texture is flaking off... go real slow with lots of paint on your roller. (this way you don't have to apply as much pressure.
Be Blessed!
You might be using a water based paint over an oil based paint. Try using a primer first..The ceiling might have been dirty also, like with the oils and grease from cooking. Try cleaning it then priming it. Lowes or Home Depot has great primers for oil based paint. You can use oil based over water based but not the other way around. I would let the first coat dry thoroughly..like a week or so. Scrape off any loose paint, then prime with a good primer (they can be color coated too). You should be ready now to finish with a good coat of paint. Get a good brush and a good paint. Forget the no name paint. All the Lowes brands and Home Depot brands along with Sherman Williams, Baer, Glidden, Benjamin Moore...All great paint. But get a GOOD brush. No sense spending good money on the paint and not the brush and roller. Makes for a better job. Any of the Home stores can help you out in this matter. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!
It sounds to me that it had been previously painted with an oil base paint and you used a latex paint over the top. It is not always easy to detect an oil base paint so it is alway good to test before painting. I also learned the hardway and painted some walls with a latex paint over an oil base paint. The way that I remedied the problem, was I bought a product called KilZ 2,It is a primer and it is used for preparation between painted walls. They make this product in a water base that can also be used to paint over an oil base paint. You can purchase this at any store like Fred myers, Lowes, Home Depot etc. Anyway, I had to paint over what I had painted, and the product soaked through the paint that I had painted (thank goodness I had only done one coat before I discovered it, as maybe it wouldn't have worked if I had put more coats on)The product just kind of melted through or soaked through to the underneith paint and made it stick together. But Of course I had to repaint. Good Luck!
You need to seal the ceiling with a primer before you paint
you don't say how old your house is, but if it is an older home, like 1930's, the ceilings could have calcimine paint on them. if your home is newer than that, it could be cooking grease, if you didn't scrub the ceilings with TSP and hot water, and then rinse with hot water. if your first coat of paint seems to really soak in to the coating on the ceiling, i'd guess that it has calcimine paint. you will need to talk to a paint specialist for the correct covering for calcimine paint, or scrub it off and start fresh. hope this helps, good luck.
I am not an expert but I may have some idea of what is happening, and some of the other answers are probably close to correct as well.
Paint needs something to adhere to. If the surface of the plaster is smooth and slick, the paint will have a difficult time ';sticking'; to it and will peel off quite easily. In addition, if the plaster has a coat of latex paint on it and you try to paint oil of top of that layer, it may not stick, if I am not mistaken. As one person mentioned, oil and grease can also be a potential culprit, which, if heavy enough, could prevent the paint from adhering properly. If this were an issue you would need to remove all the paint, as much as is possible, then clean the surface with a degreaser/cleaner, which they sell in the paint section of your hardware store, then do the primer, then the paint.
Long story shortened, assuming this is a smooth if not slick surface, you will need to prime the surface first. A primer type of paint is designed to stick to slick surfaces easily and provides a ';tacky';, for lack of a better word, surface for the actual paint to stick to.
While this takes that much more time to do it is almost a necessity many times, if you want to do the job once, do it right, and be done with it.
I hope this has helped.Why is my fresh coat of paint on my ceiling flaking when trying to apply a 2nd coat?
is the first coat of paint dry? is there moisture in the air? these could make your paint flake.
Is it paint peeling or is the texture coming off... that happens a lot w/ older houses.
If the texture is flaking off... go real slow with lots of paint on your roller. (this way you don't have to apply as much pressure.
Be Blessed!
You might be using a water based paint over an oil based paint. Try using a primer first..The ceiling might have been dirty also, like with the oils and grease from cooking. Try cleaning it then priming it. Lowes or Home Depot has great primers for oil based paint. You can use oil based over water based but not the other way around. I would let the first coat dry thoroughly..like a week or so. Scrape off any loose paint, then prime with a good primer (they can be color coated too). You should be ready now to finish with a good coat of paint. Get a good brush and a good paint. Forget the no name paint. All the Lowes brands and Home Depot brands along with Sherman Williams, Baer, Glidden, Benjamin Moore...All great paint. But get a GOOD brush. No sense spending good money on the paint and not the brush and roller. Makes for a better job. Any of the Home stores can help you out in this matter. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!
It sounds to me that it had been previously painted with an oil base paint and you used a latex paint over the top. It is not always easy to detect an oil base paint so it is alway good to test before painting. I also learned the hardway and painted some walls with a latex paint over an oil base paint. The way that I remedied the problem, was I bought a product called KilZ 2,It is a primer and it is used for preparation between painted walls. They make this product in a water base that can also be used to paint over an oil base paint. You can purchase this at any store like Fred myers, Lowes, Home Depot etc. Anyway, I had to paint over what I had painted, and the product soaked through the paint that I had painted (thank goodness I had only done one coat before I discovered it, as maybe it wouldn't have worked if I had put more coats on)The product just kind of melted through or soaked through to the underneith paint and made it stick together. But Of course I had to repaint. Good Luck!
You need to seal the ceiling with a primer before you paint
you don't say how old your house is, but if it is an older home, like 1930's, the ceilings could have calcimine paint on them. if your home is newer than that, it could be cooking grease, if you didn't scrub the ceilings with TSP and hot water, and then rinse with hot water. if your first coat of paint seems to really soak in to the coating on the ceiling, i'd guess that it has calcimine paint. you will need to talk to a paint specialist for the correct covering for calcimine paint, or scrub it off and start fresh. hope this helps, good luck.
What should i charge for labor to sheetrock and tape & compound & paint a ceiling, approx 37 sheets 8 ft X 4 f?
just need help with a price to give the guy im doing the job for, was in constuction and capentry for a while, but got out about a yr ago. Not up to date with labor costsWhat should i charge for labor to sheetrock and tape %26amp; compound %26amp; paint a ceiling, approx 37 sheets 8 ft X 4 f?
Hanging the rock will be a bear if you are working alone. You may want to look at renting a jack, and then it will be about 2-3 days of labor to hang the board. If you are a relatively fast taper, you are looking at 4 days of work (tape, mud, mud, final sand). If the lid is higher than you can reach off of the ground, or you have to rent tools, add those costs in. You can prime and paint in one day as long as your ceiling is white. As far as what to charge, it depends on what labor rates are in your area, how close a friend you are talking about, etc. You don't want to rip him off, but you don't want to rip yourself off either. I usually look to make $200-250/day + expenses on side jobs. Hope this helps.What should i charge for labor to sheetrock and tape %26amp; compound %26amp; paint a ceiling, approx 37 sheets 8 ft X 4 f?
Your going to need help to hang the sheetrock,that means you have to pay this person at least 15per hr.Your going to need him for 3 days.You should pay yourself no less than 25per hr.You need 2 days to tape and mud yourself. You need 1 day to sand and place another coat of mud on.If you don';t mud all the time and your not a pro your gonna need another day for finish mud work.Remember,the tape and mud work has to be perfect or in this large ceiling it will show up like a sore thumb and ruin the whole job.I would hire a professional guy on the side and add a 150.00 to it for my profit,Then you need a day to prime and a day to place two coats of finish paint,Add it up and that is your answer
I still do ';side jobs';like that.I have always,and in this economy it might be a good idea,was a pretty good judge of my time.I skipped all the ';official cost'; stuff and figured how much I wanted to make per day,add a little extra for the screw up you don't anticipate but will experience anyway.This is generally cheaper than the big construction companies,I've made what I wanted to make.I'm happy,they're happy.Win/Win.I have work just waiting until I feel like doing it.The people know I'm not in great health,but they'd rather wait on me than bother with anyone else.It works
I agree with Woodtick but would like to add this: you don't mention texture. If you don't do this, allow more time for floating because you're going to have to bust the joints out wider so they don't show up after painting. Keep in mind, the glossier the paint, the more the imperfections will show up.
Hanging the rock will be a bear if you are working alone. You may want to look at renting a jack, and then it will be about 2-3 days of labor to hang the board. If you are a relatively fast taper, you are looking at 4 days of work (tape, mud, mud, final sand). If the lid is higher than you can reach off of the ground, or you have to rent tools, add those costs in. You can prime and paint in one day as long as your ceiling is white. As far as what to charge, it depends on what labor rates are in your area, how close a friend you are talking about, etc. You don't want to rip him off, but you don't want to rip yourself off either. I usually look to make $200-250/day + expenses on side jobs. Hope this helps.What should i charge for labor to sheetrock and tape %26amp; compound %26amp; paint a ceiling, approx 37 sheets 8 ft X 4 f?
Your going to need help to hang the sheetrock,that means you have to pay this person at least 15per hr.Your going to need him for 3 days.You should pay yourself no less than 25per hr.You need 2 days to tape and mud yourself. You need 1 day to sand and place another coat of mud on.If you don';t mud all the time and your not a pro your gonna need another day for finish mud work.Remember,the tape and mud work has to be perfect or in this large ceiling it will show up like a sore thumb and ruin the whole job.I would hire a professional guy on the side and add a 150.00 to it for my profit,Then you need a day to prime and a day to place two coats of finish paint,Add it up and that is your answer
I still do ';side jobs';like that.I have always,and in this economy it might be a good idea,was a pretty good judge of my time.I skipped all the ';official cost'; stuff and figured how much I wanted to make per day,add a little extra for the screw up you don't anticipate but will experience anyway.This is generally cheaper than the big construction companies,I've made what I wanted to make.I'm happy,they're happy.Win/Win.I have work just waiting until I feel like doing it.The people know I'm not in great health,but they'd rather wait on me than bother with anyone else.It works
I agree with Woodtick but would like to add this: you don't mention texture. If you don't do this, allow more time for floating because you're going to have to bust the joints out wider so they don't show up after painting. Keep in mind, the glossier the paint, the more the imperfections will show up.
Just scraped dried flaky paint off a ceiling, down to the plaster. Half the ceiling came off. What's best now?
I need to know the best, and hopefully least expensive, way to repair. I'm new at plastering, but I do know something about home repair. I really could use an expert opinion as some suggestions say I need to plaster down to the wood lathe. Someone please throw me a lifesaver before I drown. Thank you.Just scraped dried flaky paint off a ceiling, down to the plaster. Half the ceiling came off. What's best now?
Flakey Paint and damaged plaster?
Before you cover it up find out where the water that did
the damage came from.
Two coats of plaster on the lath, thick 'brown' sand %26amp; horsehair
under coat, thin white finish coat is the classical method, but it
takes a lot of skill and people who do it are hard to find nowadays.
Best trim to rafters and install plasterboard. You'll have to
'block it up' so it meets the level of the existing ceiling.Just scraped dried flaky paint off a ceiling, down to the plaster. Half the ceiling came off. What's best now?
when you say wood lathe .it suggest to me that its an old ceiling ..and its in the uk ....however you have a couple of choices ..you can pva over the ceiling and then skim before the pva is fully dry ....or you can overboard the ceiling and skim ..you will need longer galvanized nails for this method ..you will need to locate the joist closest to a wall ..find its centre ..then most joist are set out at 400mm centres (16 inches)..with the plaster ..buy board finish ..its more open (less prone to bubble) put it on in two coats ..first coat is called a laying down coat ..then after approx 10 Min's put on second coat ,,the second coat uses only a third of the plaster as the first coat ..stay calm no need to rush ..you have about an hour and a half before its fully set ..you will need a water brush to splash on water as it sets ...be sparing .....don't forget to tape all joints
Flakey Paint and damaged plaster?
Before you cover it up find out where the water that did
the damage came from.
Two coats of plaster on the lath, thick 'brown' sand %26amp; horsehair
under coat, thin white finish coat is the classical method, but it
takes a lot of skill and people who do it are hard to find nowadays.
Best trim to rafters and install plasterboard. You'll have to
'block it up' so it meets the level of the existing ceiling.Just scraped dried flaky paint off a ceiling, down to the plaster. Half the ceiling came off. What's best now?
when you say wood lathe .it suggest to me that its an old ceiling ..and its in the uk ....however you have a couple of choices ..you can pva over the ceiling and then skim before the pva is fully dry ....or you can overboard the ceiling and skim ..you will need longer galvanized nails for this method ..you will need to locate the joist closest to a wall ..find its centre ..then most joist are set out at 400mm centres (16 inches)..with the plaster ..buy board finish ..its more open (less prone to bubble) put it on in two coats ..first coat is called a laying down coat ..then after approx 10 Min's put on second coat ,,the second coat uses only a third of the plaster as the first coat ..stay calm no need to rush ..you have about an hour and a half before its fully set ..you will need a water brush to splash on water as it sets ...be sparing .....don't forget to tape all joints
Please help! I taped the wall to paint ceiling, removed tape and some paint came off. How do I fix it?
If you're really a stickler, get a small amount of joint compound and use a putty knife to repair the dent the missing paint will leave.
When this dries, sand it lightly (220 grit) use a disposable brush to dab the area with primer, to avoid ';flashing';, wash the dispo out, and dab, don't stroke, the area with the original color.
Since it's near the ceiling,it'll barely be noticable.Please help! I taped the wall to paint ceiling, removed tape and some paint came off. How do I fix it?
Two options as I see it sister either try to take the missing paint chip off very carefully from the tape and put it back on with some Elmer's school glue or find the color match paint and a paint brush with a nice sharp angle on it or a paint sponge with the same angle and paint the spot over.Please help! I taped the wall to paint ceiling, removed tape and some paint came off. How do I fix it?
Guess you have to re paint again, with matching shade.
Good luck
Get your paint brush back out,
Next time use a 'low tack'; tape,
I think you should just simply repaint it..
When this dries, sand it lightly (220 grit) use a disposable brush to dab the area with primer, to avoid ';flashing';, wash the dispo out, and dab, don't stroke, the area with the original color.
Since it's near the ceiling,it'll barely be noticable.Please help! I taped the wall to paint ceiling, removed tape and some paint came off. How do I fix it?
Two options as I see it sister either try to take the missing paint chip off very carefully from the tape and put it back on with some Elmer's school glue or find the color match paint and a paint brush with a nice sharp angle on it or a paint sponge with the same angle and paint the spot over.Please help! I taped the wall to paint ceiling, removed tape and some paint came off. How do I fix it?
Guess you have to re paint again, with matching shade.
Good luck
Get your paint brush back out,
Next time use a 'low tack'; tape,
I think you should just simply repaint it..
What is the best way of stripping the paint off the ceiling?
it's a plastered concrete ceiling.What is the best way of stripping the paint off the ceiling?
There is no reason to remove old paint unless it is loose and flaking off. Sanding will not work well due too the rough texture. If you have flaking or peeling. a stiff wire brush will help to remove old loose paint before you repaint it.What is the best way of stripping the paint off the ceiling?
you should remove all loose paint with a scaper fill edges sand down polyfilla and then line the ceiling with 1200 grade lining paper
sand it off
dont strip it just paint or paper over it just wash over it with sugar soap only a mad person would try stripping a ceiling ?????
use methalayated spirits
sounds like a monstrous job, would you not paint it? Otherwise hire a machine and a strapping young lad or two and stand back and watch!
Dynamite
Just use a sharp putty knife to knock off any loose stuff and fill in with spackling compound. No need to strip the whole thing.
Just paint over it.
There is no reason to remove old paint unless it is loose and flaking off. Sanding will not work well due too the rough texture. If you have flaking or peeling. a stiff wire brush will help to remove old loose paint before you repaint it.What is the best way of stripping the paint off the ceiling?
you should remove all loose paint with a scaper fill edges sand down polyfilla and then line the ceiling with 1200 grade lining paper
sand it off
dont strip it just paint or paper over it just wash over it with sugar soap only a mad person would try stripping a ceiling ?????
use methalayated spirits
sounds like a monstrous job, would you not paint it? Otherwise hire a machine and a strapping young lad or two and stand back and watch!
Dynamite
Just use a sharp putty knife to knock off any loose stuff and fill in with spackling compound. No need to strip the whole thing.
Just paint over it.
I have to paint a stucco ceiling. Any suggestions on what type of paint, what type of roller or brush?
Get Ceiling Paint - at any local hardware store.
Your roller should be the really thick, fluffy kind. Get a broom handle and screw it into the roller handle for an extension.
I highly recommend getting some cheap plastic safety glasses because specks of paint will be flying all over you!I have to paint a stucco ceiling. Any suggestions on what type of paint, what type of roller or brush?
Latex based paint. Thick thick roller. It will suck up more paint however it will get in all the cracks easily.I have to paint a stucco ceiling. Any suggestions on what type of paint, what type of roller or brush?
Use a roller that is ';wooley'; that way it gets into all the cracks and whatnot.
roller
A brush will drive you nuts. You definitely need at least a roller. Better yet, rent a spray painter.
You can find these type of roller covers @ Lowes %26amp; Home Depot.
They are typically sponge or foam. It will look like someone sliced it every 1/8'; completely down the entire roller cover.
sand paint and a big fluffy roller...or spraynorton
Your roller should be the really thick, fluffy kind. Get a broom handle and screw it into the roller handle for an extension.
I highly recommend getting some cheap plastic safety glasses because specks of paint will be flying all over you!I have to paint a stucco ceiling. Any suggestions on what type of paint, what type of roller or brush?
Latex based paint. Thick thick roller. It will suck up more paint however it will get in all the cracks easily.I have to paint a stucco ceiling. Any suggestions on what type of paint, what type of roller or brush?
Use a roller that is ';wooley'; that way it gets into all the cracks and whatnot.
roller
A brush will drive you nuts. You definitely need at least a roller. Better yet, rent a spray painter.
You can find these type of roller covers @ Lowes %26amp; Home Depot.
They are typically sponge or foam. It will look like someone sliced it every 1/8'; completely down the entire roller cover.
sand paint and a big fluffy roller...or spray
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