For the best results use a ceiling paint and primer in one.
Easiest way to paint ceiling trim.
Use a tapered paintbrush.
Brush the paint on the wall about 1 2 in.
How to cut a straight line it all about the technique how to paint a straight ceiling line using a 4 inch or 100 mm paint brush to cut in walls.
Available in a variety of sizes the secret weapon replaces your usual cutting in applicator when painting the area of a.
Dip the brush into the paint then tap don t wipe each side against your container to knock off the excess.
After a long weekend of painting your room s walls and trim it is tempting to want to dash off a coat of paint on your ceiling.
Then make a second pass cutting in all the way to the trim.
Start in a corner and with a 2 inch trim brush paint about three feet along one wall then the adjoining wall.
A gallon generally covers about 400 square feet.
This helps keep edges wet and allows you to see your progress to ensure an even coat.
For smooth ceilings use a low nap roller.
But it also emphasizes that ceilings are big projects.
For a textured ceiling use a roller with 1 2 inch or 3 4 inch nap.
The best way to paint a ceiling is to use a paint roller and work in grid like sections of 3 square feet to 5 square feet each.
Use blue painter s tape to tape the edges of the wall where they meet the edges of the trim.
It s formulated to spatter less and has a flat finish to help hide imperfections.
Brush the paint on the wall about 1 2 in.
If you just taped and primed the trim you can skip this step stir the paint thoroughly with a stir stick.
Basics of painting a ceiling.
The angled bristles uniformly unload the paint as you cut in.
Then make a second pass cutting in all the way to the trim.
Ceilings are often called the fifth wall a term that emphasizes the oft forgotten design aspects of the ceiling.
Use a tapered paintbrush.
Dip the brush into the paint then tap don t wipe each side against your container to knock off the excess.
To repair existing damage and protect your furniture floors fixtures and trim read prep for paint.
A paint edger can also help protect your trim when cutting in on the wall.