my ceiling is not smooth it has compound and what ever it is and i want to paint. if i use a roller or a brush you still be able to see the differ textures on the ceiling. i want something like popcorn or a little smoother so i can cover up the uneven compound or whatever they used to cover up the nails and other things.
2007-10-03 02:29:15 · 5 answers · asked by grumpyjen28 3 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
If this question is supposed to read - if i use a roller or a brush (WILL) you still be able to see the differ textures on the ceiling. The answer is yes. Simply adding paint does very little to hide differences in texture.
If there are very large differences in the ceiling, you may want to hire someone to float them out a bit, before applying any texture - then prime it.
If you do not currently have something like popcorn texture, and the ceiling is uneven, you might consider something like a joint compound texture, instead of popcorn... apply it with a 'carved' sponge roller to get a particular pattern, or use a brush, and apply it to produce circles, etc. This type of product leaves a slightly raised texture of mud... and can be done in a variety of patterns. Your local building supply store, or paint store can show you the options.
If you want to use a popcorn type texture, it will need to be sprayed on with a hopper gun. This can be done as a DIY project, but it does take some practice. It actually takes more time to prep, than to spray.
Good Luck
2007-10-03 04:39:33 · answer #1 · answered by thewrangler_sw 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The question is a bit confusing. The compound on the ceiling is not texture, but poorly done patches on a smooth finish? If so, the best fix is to sand the places that stand out until smooth. It may be necessary to use some thinly applied dry wall mud to blend in the spot. This make take an few applications with sanding between each. Do NOT sand smooth if the finish of the ceiling is not flat/smooth. Texture can be added once fix is made.
2007-10-03 04:41:19 · answer #2 · answered by Diane D. 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Paint is not going to fill in the texture applied to your ceiling.
If it is a "popcorn" it will need to be sprayed with a paint sprayer the first time and you should be able to roll over that in the future. Popcorn ceilings are horrible..... what were they thinking? Removal is hard, dirty, messy work.
If it is just a spakle compound troweled on you could soften the appearance with a warmer nuetral color as opposed to a bright white where the shadows are more visable.
You could hire someone to re-spakle or re-sheetrock all together if you really hate it (why?) Perfectly smooth is tough to get in the sheet rock jobs. That's why textures are applied.
The more texture you have the larger th nap you need on the roller (i.e. 3/4 inch nap) hold more paint and fluff out into the texture for more coverage.
Good Luck
2007-10-03 02:48:51 · answer #3 · answered by mdesertbound 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Use texture paint. This is a very thick paint and is applied with a heavy nap roller. You can use a sponge before it dries if you want a different look or want to knock it down a bit.
2007-10-03 04:59:18 · answer #4 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First you're able to be able to desire to bathe and restoration the ceiling. next,Scrape off loose peels,fill any holes with spackle or plaster. Afterwards,sand and use primer paint over the section. Then,you have a arranged floor to color. Paint around the perimeters with a broom and fill interior the middle with a curler. solid success!
2016-11-07 03:32:25 · answer #5 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋