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How to Choose the Best Ceiling Paint
Posted:
October 24, 2023
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Ceiling paint may be frequently overlooked – but it’s a crucial element of an interior paint project. Ceiling paint colors dramatically affect a room’s interior design, making ceilings appear taller or large rooms feel cozier. And even if you plan on a classic pure white ceiling, choosing a high-quality ceiling paint will offer superior coverage over stains and long-lasting color retention. The best type of ceiling paint for your home improvement project will depend partially on the room you are painting and what finish will suit it best. But regardless of the aesthetic you choose, it is worth the investment to apply a specially formulated ceiling paint that won’t have you re-doing this project any time soon.
Best Paint Product for Ceilings
A high-quality interior paint product can successfully be applied to ceilings in addition to interior walls. But homeowners will find there are added benefits to using a product specially formulated for ceilings, such as Benjamin Moore Waterborne Ceiling Paint. Ceiling paint is intended for use on a horizontal plane, minimizing drips and offering superior coverage to simplify the painting process and hide stains. Read on for more information on the benefits of ceiling paint.
Spatter-Resistant
Even when using a quality roller cover and dropcloths, painting ceilings is messy work! Specialty ceiling paint is formulated to create far less spatter during the paint job than typical interior paint when applied with a paint roller. Just remember not to over-saturate the roller – too much paint does cause splatter, and ceiling paint is already a thick coating that achieves significant coverage per square foot.
Durable Color
Ceilings are painted less often than other areas of the home, so choose a high-quality brand that will retain its color and finish over time. Benjamin Moore Waterborne Ceiling Paint is a premium acrylic paint product that covers ceiling imperfections to create a smooth, beautiful finish. Whether you need a timeless bright white ceiling paint or a custom color, we’re confident you’ll find the perfect match for your home among Benjamin Moore’s extensive selection of over 3,500 colors.
Smooth Application
A quality ceiling paint provides a thick, smooth coating that helps prevent lap marks and reduces the number of touch-ups. This is especially important for ceilings because light moves horizontally across the surface. To achieve a smooth look, the ceiling will need to be thoroughly cleaned and free from particles that would interfere with the paint. Coating the cleaned surface with premium ceiling paint will ensure maximum uniformity and reward your effort with the best look possible.
Best Paint Sheens for Ceilings
Ceiling paint typically has a flat or matte finish, because light playing across the surface of a ceiling will highlight any imperfections. However, some homeowners choose to add a bit of shine – for improved washability or added character.
Flat
Flat or matte is the most popular ceiling paint sheen – and for good reason. Most modern homes have untextured drywall ceilings that make a perfectly smooth finish difficult to achieve. Light from windows flooding across the ceiling will make seams or patches more visible. Because flat paint does not reflect light well, it minimizes these surface imperfections. Benjamin Moore Waterborne Ceiling Paint features an ultra-flat finish, toning down ceiling glare and providing maximum diffused light. Flat paint also provides better coverage over popcorn ceilings.
Satin
A satin sheen is a good option to use on areas that need to be wiped down frequently. Satin paint also adds a subtle glow to smooth ceilings by amplifying the light. In humid spaces like bathrooms, laundry rooms or kitchens, flat ceiling paint may stain or even crack, and homeowners may find that a satin or semi-gloss finish lasts longer.
Semi-Gloss
Semi-gloss paint creates a glossy, washable surface commonly used for ceiling and wall paint in bathrooms and laundry rooms. These glossier finishes also add drama to ceilings in other spaces – just make sure the surface is very smooth before choosing a shiny finish. Flat sheens cover imperfections well for a uniform look, but a shiny finish will highlight any surface blemishes.
Find the Best Ceiling Paint Products at Ring’s End
A new coat of interior ceiling paint can work wonders for a room – brightening dim spaces, adding warmth to expansive rooms, or hiding old stains to make the ceiling look like new. Choosing a premium ceiling paint is a key part of accomplishing the vision you have for your home. Find everything you need for your paint project at Ring’s End, including our recommended Benjamin Moore Waterborne Ceiling Paint.
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