How To Paint Basement Ceiling

If you still have insulation i suggest to remove it.

How to paint basement ceiling.

We used 3 coats for the paint but it probably wasn t necessary. How to paint an unfinished basement ceiling clean the basement ceilings. And then roll that section. Carefully brush paint along the edge of the ceiling a section at a time.

Clean cobwebs off of rafters and ceiling to prepare the area for work. Read directions and familiarize. After you clean the ceiling it s time to clear the basement. Painting an exposed basement ceiling.

First the cut in section will remain wet until you roll so it blends in better. Spray the ceiling with three coats. Instead opt for a cream or light gray shade. We read the directions for the pro 2800 paint sprayer.

Cut in about 10 linear ft. Use plastic tarp and tape to cover areas that will not be painted. After the primer is dry paint the area with two coats of ceiling paint. This guest post on how to paint a basement ceiling with exposed joists comes from a reader and friend of one project closer chuck williams.

Light colors will make the room look brighter and will visually raise the space but white is hard to keep clean. After priming it s time to paint. It s all in the preparation. Using an electric paint sprayer apply paint to the.

The wood rafters and beams soaked up a lot of primer so you will need a lot less paint. During my efforts to upgrade my unfinished basement i wanted an alternative to the typical acoustic tile drop ceiling or drywall ceiling. Clear the basement and wear safety goggles. There s no reason to keep it unless.

The actual paint spraying part of this job though it is still hard work and. Review and ensure ductwork cables cords are nice neat and tucked for a cleaner paint job. Chuck is an amateur carpenter and diy weekend warrior. Cover any appliances like washers and dryers with plastic sheathing and turn off the furnace and hot water heater.

Spray in the same manner as before. Dark colors will visually lower the ceiling but will give it a very industrial look.