Everyone knows a fresh coat of paint can transform a room.
But, while most know how to attack the walls with a new brush, are you one of the many DIY renovators unsure of how to get an even coat on the ceiling?
Or how to avoid the drips of paint on the newly-refurbished floor?
We have a few tricks from our own experience to share, as do Bunnings in their great DIY video series.
WHAT YOU NEED
Drop sheet - Plastic is the cheap option that does the job but if you're doing a lot of painting work, invest in something a little more sturdy. It will be ALOT easier to move around and use again.
Paint: Ceiling white.There's no need for an undercoat if the ceiling has been painted before - a light sand will be fine. If it's new, there's also no need for a special undercoat paint, either.
Sandpaper: 100 grit for a light once-over.
Roller, roller tray and extension pole: You can't paint a ceiling without them!
Brushes: You can get caught up in all the different types, but any sort of 50mm brush will do the job cutting in.
Ladder: Unless you're really tall, you'll need one of these, too.
Bucket/container: Given you'll be on the ladder, a bucket or container for your paint is the way to go. Carrying the whole can up there with you is asking for trouble.
TIPS FOR PAINTING YOUR CEILING
Cut in by painting the cornices with a brush, as well as a stroke's thickness on the ceiling - areas the roller will have difficulty reaching.
As Bunnings outlines in their easy-to-follow video, don't overload the roller with paint. Making sure it's evenly coated will avoid any drips.
Start away from the corner of the room and work your way back using a 'W formation' as shown in the video below. This ensures an even coat, and minimises any hard lines.
Don't push down too hard, either, as this will accentuate those lines. And make sure the first stroke of the roller is away from you.
Repeat!
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