How to Paint a Ceiling

Painting a Ceiling

Introduction:

Painting ceilings is a tough task because you have to work over your head while bending your neck back to see the work area. If you intend to use a roller be sure to purchase a paint roller with an extension handle. It's much easier and less tiring to paint a ceiling while standing on the floor rather than on a ladder. For a longer handle you can use a broom handle.

For applying a textured finish ceiling use a thick nap roller to ensure that you get full coverage over the small bumps and irregularities in the surface. For a smooth drywall ceiling, you can use a roller with a smooth or shorter nap.

Painting a ceiling may seem overwhelming if you've never done it before. And often it's hard to see what you're doing in as much as you may be putting white paint over existing white paint. Always use a quality ceiling paint.

How to Paint a Ceiling:

Step 1:

Prepare the room by removing all of the furniture before you begin painting. Use drop cloths or newspaper to protect the floors and any furniture that you must leave in the room. I recommend using canvas drop cloths as they tend to work better and are reusable.

Use quick release painter's tape to mask around trim and the area of the wall where it meets the ceiling. If you are good with a cutting paint brush you will not have to use tape.

Step 2:

Prime the ceiling before painting using a primer with stain-blocker. Priming the ceiling or walls before painting should ensure that one coat of paint will be sufficient.

Step 3:

Begin by painting a cut-in line on the ceiling. This is a 2 to 3 inch strip where the ceiling meets the wall. Start in the corner of the shortest length of the ceiling. You will need a three inch paintbrush and a stepladder for this part of the job.

Step 4:

While the cut-in line is still wet begin painting the ceiling with the roller. This is done while the cut-in line is still wet to prevent a visible line after the paint is dry.

How to Paint with a Roller:

· Dip the roller in the deep portion of the paint tray.

· Roll it back and forth in the shallow end of the tray to squeeze out excess paint and ensure even coverage on the roller.

· Use the roller to make a zigzag pattern on the ceiling.

· Go over the zigzag pattern with straight strokes to even out the paint.

· Once the paint has dried apply a second coat if needed by starting with the cut-in line and finishing with the roller.

That is all there is to painting a ceiling.

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