Painting walls and ceiling seems to be a simple activity, which with a little bit of commitment everyone is able to do on their own. Many people finishing the apartment resign from hiring a renovation team and paint walls on their own
It is worth to prepare properly for this task. You should remember about buying the right tools and choosing the right paints, which are suitable for covering the ceiling. There are several proven painting techniques, which make the work run smoothly and the result is a beautifully renovated room
The ceiling is painted first, so you don’t have to worry about paint dripping on the freshly painted walls. It is worth knowing the 3 most common mistakes that many people make when painting the ceiling to save themselves nerves, time and money
A very important issue when painting the ceiling is to properly protect the floor, furniture and windows. If you are finishing a new apartment and there is no flooring or furniture in it yet, the task is much easier. However, always remember to cover the windows and window frames with foil and painter’s tape
Even the most concentrated painter can happen a moment of inattention. The film will also be very helpful in possibly covering a lamp or chandelier. If you want to refresh the ceiling in the apartment you already live in, it is worth removing all unnecessary furniture and objects from the room for the time of painting . Some things are too heavy to be moved freely, so protect them with plastic sheeting. It is also a good practice to get rid of all decorative elements from the walls and ceiling as well as contacts, curtain rods and handles
The basic mistake, which happens to many inexperienced painters, is improperpreparation of the ceiling and walls for painting. For the paint to spread easily over the surface, it must be even, dry and properly cleaned. Our goal is to evenly cover the ceiling with paint, which will be impossible if it is covered with dust or greasy stains. There must also be no unevenness caused by damage to the plaster or the remains of an old layer of paint. It is a good idea to prepare the ceiling carefully, which will avoid frustration during the painting process. A spatula can be helpful, with the help of which you can get rid of imperfections
Wipe the ceiling with a damp cloth before painting. If you notice any cavities on its plane, it is essential to trowel them, and then, when the place dries, wipe it with sandpaper. This will make the ceiling perfectly even. Remember that before you paint the ceiling, you should apply a primer on it. The primed ceiling must be completely dry before you can paint it with the actual paint. Painting a wet surface with paint often results in blistering on the ceiling and paint falling off
Another common mistake is assuming that one type of paint will work in all rooms. Much depends on the humidity that will be present in the room. That is why you need a different kind of paint to paint the ceiling in the bathroom, and a different one will work in the living room
In rooms where the humidity level will be higher, it is best to choose a preparation resistant to moisture, mould and fungi. For a child’s room it is worth buying special paints with a small amount of chemicals and having the appropriate certificates. To paint the ceiling, it is worth investing in a better quality paint, because usually its coverage is more accurate, so you can apply fewer layers
When choosing paint rollers and brushes, it’s a good idea to bet on good quality tools. If you’re not sure which brushes to choose, the markings on the box of paint you buy can help. You can always ask the staff at the home improvement store where you will be shopping for help. Before painting, it is a good idea to wash your new paint roller thoroughly with warm water and soap
Even a roller that hasn’t been used yet may be dirty or dusty. Skipping this step can cause dirt particles to stick to the ceiling surface. Do not leave the roller and tray overnight without proper protection, as they will dry out and be unsuitable to continue working on
