The ceilings in our house never get more than an upward look until the abuse of a smoking fireplace and some old leaking roof stains begin to stand out on that once bright white area above our heads. Suddenly, it is time for this long overdue undertaking. Painting the ceiling.
Here is a list of equipment that you will require to accomplish the job:
Primer/sealer
Ceiling paint
Step ladder
5 Gal. bucket
Paint screen or grid
9 inch roller frame
1/2 inch nap roller cover
Roller extension pole
Three inch nylon/polyester brush
Plastic sheeting
Drop cloths of old bed sheets
Preparing the room.
Move the furniture to the middle of the room, keep sufficient space between large pieces of furnture and the wall to accommodate a step ladder. Place smaller pieces of furniture into several groups leaving aisles between them. It will allow for easier access to the ceiling when you begin painting. Cover the furniture with plastic, thin plastic works better. Place drop cloths or old bed sheets on the floor round the groups of furniture. Spot prime any brown water stains using a stain killing primer. These primer/sealers are available at any paint or hardware store. Some brands offer a convenient spray can with an upward spraying nozzle.
Now that everything is wrapped up and spot primed you can prepare to paint. Pour the ceiling paint into the five gallon bucket leaving about a quart of paint in one can to use with the brush. Brush a three or four inch line around the edges of the ceiling being careful not to paint too low on the wall or crown molding, do not forget to brush around the light fitting.
Ready to begin rolling.
Hang the paint screen on the inside rim of the 5 gallon bucket. Install the roller cover on the frame and attach the roller frame to an extension pole or screw in mop handle. Load the roller with paint by daubing it into the 5 gallon bucket of paint, take off any excess paint with a few strokes on the paint screen. Roll out a large 'W' pattern on the ceiling starting the roller in a corner and about a foot from the wall. Reload the roller and fill in the pattern from the outer edge working toward the wall, make sure you roll into the brushed paint line at the wall. Roll out and fill another W pattern next to the one you have just finished and slightly overlap the previously painted section. Repeat this system until you’ve covered the complete ceiling. Once you’ve finished, the area will be noticeably brighter and the upward glance you take may just become a smile.
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