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Interior
Painting Ideas for Walls & Ceilings
It seems certain areas of the home’s walls and ceilings lend themselves
to painting opportunities.
Starting at the top; ceilings on new homes are typically left unpainted.
Which is the most economical option. But a lighter, brighter appeal
can be
achieved with rolling on ceiling paint (rolling on in a direction
counter to the natural light entering through a window).
Many paint manufacturers
do add a touch of grey to their ceiling
whites
to increase
coverage – because straight
white by itself is markedly thin when it comes to coverage.
A mimum of two coats is usually needed for unpainted ceiling areas.
For the case of treyed ceilings, these provide a special opportunity.
Scenery here is
effective
in the form of outdoor pictures, abstracts or what have you.
Darker tones can bring in a sense of detached height. Lighter or
much of the same tone can provide an appealing continuation.
Within the trey - for that angular crown mould installed here or
at the lower ceiling/wall juncture - closing that miniature
shadow gap
between the walll
and casing with
a clean bead of tub-and-tile caulk seals things up airtight and
unnoticeable (with a continual rinse rag).
Darker walls can exagerate taller areas like foyers
with staircase entries, as the first impression one has, it
is possible
to lift
upward. Or simply create more of an open-ness surrounding on all
sides with lighter shades.
All relying on light, artificial and natural.
For those walls reduced in height, pre-cast nooks painted to match
the trim are available in a variety of styles, provided
you have the proper cavity/wall space. Giving elegance and extra
space.
- Just some of the ways inside painting matters. |
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