{"id":1812,"date":"2022-05-11T21:53:09","date_gmt":"2022-05-12T01:53:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/santamonica\/?post_type=community&#038;p=1812"},"modified":"2022-05-11T21:53:09","modified_gmt":"2022-05-12T01:53:09","slug":"ceiling-painting-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"community","link":"https:\/\/certapro.com\/santamonica\/community\/ceiling-painting-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Ceiling Painting: What You Need to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>When people think about painting a home, they\u2019ll think about the interior walls, the exterior walls, and some detail work. They often miss out on one place that can easily transform a room: the ceiling! There are plenty of benefits to ceiling painting. Not only do they take the look of your home to the next level, but they also make a room seem larger, hide imperfections, and add character. In this article, our experts will go dive into what you need to know about painting your ceiling.<\/p>\n<h2>Prep the Room<\/h2>\n<p>The first step to getting a great ceiling finish is to do the proper preparation work. Ultimately, there isn\u2019t much difference between painting a ceiling and painting a wall. We make sure to protect your furniture with tarps, wear the proper safety equipment, and clean the surface well. Because of the nature of the job, we typically put down more drop cloths than we would for a simple wall painting. We also wear hats so paint does not drip into our hair\u2013\u2013a great practice if you plan to do this project yourself! Tape is also our best friend. We use painter\u2019s tape to cover the tops of walls where the crown molding is.<\/p>\n<h2>Use the Right Paint<\/h2>\n<p>This may sound like a simple task, but with so many options and options out there, it can be hard to know which paint is the right paint for your project. No worries, we\u2019re here to help. The first step is to look specially for ceiling paint. If you can find a ceiling paint that\u00a0 includes paint and primer in one, you\u2019ll be in even better shape.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also want to make sure you\u2019re buying the right paint color for the room you\u2019re painting. White paint can brighten rooms that don\u2019t have much natural light, but a room with high ceilings may benefit from a cozier, darker color. If you\u2019re not sure which type of ceiling paint or ceiling paint color is right for you, get in touch with the professionals.<\/p>\n<h2>Use the Right Paint<\/h2>\n<p>Our professionals make sure to take extra care to choose the right paint for each ceiling. While this is a true practice for us, those who do paint projects on their own could have a harder time. With so many options out there, it can be hard to know which paint is the right paint for your project. The first step is to look specially for ceiling paint. If you can find a ceiling paint that\u00a0 includes paint and primer in one, you\u2019ll be in even better shape.<\/p>\n<p>You\u2019ll also want to make sure you\u2019re buying the right paint color for the room you\u2019re painting. White paint can brighten rooms that don\u2019t have much natural light, but a room with high ceilings may benefit from a cozier, darker color. If you\u2019re not sure which type of ceiling paint or ceiling paint color is right for you, get in touch with the professionals.<\/p>\n<h1>High Ceiling Painting with CertaPro Painters\u00ae<\/h1>\n<p>Painting ceilings on your own is an entirely possible task. However, there are a lot of ways ceiling painting on your own can go wrong. If you have high ceilings or are unsure of your painting abilities, get in touch with a professional! Our painting experts have painted thousands of ceilings throughout Santa Monica and have our technique down to an art. We also offer a free color consultation with any project. To get the best results, fill out our free, no-obligation <a href=\"#estimate\">form<\/a> or call our team at <a href=\"tel: 310-393-3133\">310-393-3133<\/a>. We look forward to working with you!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When people think about painting a home, they\u2019ll think about the interior walls, the exterior walls, and some detail work. They often miss out on one place that can easily transform a room: the ceiling! There are plenty of benefits to ceiling painting. 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