Roof leaks, overflowing sinks, tobacco smoke and big spills can all leave ugly ceiling stains or dinginess that is impossible to conceal with plain old paint. But cover the stain with a coat of ...

Before painting, clean the surface well to eliminate dust and loose particles. Dust and loose particles prevent the paint from properly adhering to any surface. Use two-inch wide painter’s tape to ...

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? It's easy to overlook the ceiling when you're painting a whole room, but you ...

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For so long, ceilings have been left white by default, helping to reflect light around a room and prevent a space from feeling too dark or closed in. However, many of us are now embracing more ...

If you've ever done a DIY paint job, you know it's hard work—and it can get a little messy. When painting ceilings, drips are the biggest problem because, unlike when you're painting a wall, the paint ...

DEAR GAIL: One of our projects for the new year is to paint our house. We don't know where the time has gone but we've been here seven years and don't plan on moving. We are done with the builder ...