You will usually find a great deal of challenges when you’re in need of painting a ceiling, the first being the fact you’re painting a surface where gravity will play a great role in your work. Thankfully, there are ways you can deal with the issues involved so it won’t be too hard for you. The tips ahead will give you a better idea what you must do to make it happen:
• Start your work by gathering all your tools for the job. If you need to paint a ceiling, then you will have to have plenty of cloths, rollers and brushes. When it comes to the rollers you have to choose, you should look for ones that are specifically meant for textured surfaces. You will also have need of extension handles for the rollers you plan on using, as well as a good ladder and a painting tray. Make sure you have good primer, as it will help paint cover your surface more efficiently. You can also use spray paint, but in all cases you will need to remember to cover the window sills, glass and any other surfaces such as light switches with plastic so you won’t paint over them. Make sure you keep your windows open at all times so the fumes will vent outside.
• You will need to also prepare your work area before you focus on the painting itself. Get all your furniture out of the room and if you can’t do that, then you have to cover it completely so you won’t make a mess of it. Drop cloths will need to be placed around the room, covering every surface. You will likely have to paint the walls when you’re done with the ceiling as well, so always remember to follow gravity and work downward. Clean your greater London ceiling before you lay the paint on, either washing it with water and soap or brushing away all cobwebs and the like.
• You will have to prime your ceiling if you want to have an effective cover by paint. You must use the primer in pretty much the same way you use paint, though make sure you don’t use too much of it to avoid dripping. Prime the outer areas of the ceiling and gradually work your way toward the middle. This will allow for greater precision so you won’t have to deal with drips on your walls. Once you’re finished priming, you must allow it to dry out completely before moving on.
• Start your painting of the ceiling by working from the outer edges to the inside once more. Use different brushes for different areas and the roller in the middle to keep things more organized. Make sure you put the right amount of paint to avoid dripping and the formation of stalagmite-like drops. Let it all dry and check the results and the need for additional coats of paint.