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Drop Ceilings Birmingham AL: A Simple and Easy Way To Paint Drop Ceilings

Birmingham Ceilings & Walls • Aug 11, 2015

Painting suspended ceiling tiles can be a difficult task if you don’t know how to properly go about it. 


Some attempt to paint the tiles with a paintbrush but this approach will be very tiring since you'll be up and down a ladder with every few tiles.

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To save both time and your back, why not change the way you plan to paint?


One of the best ways to paint drop ceilings is to use a roller and an extension rod. This will allow you to paint the entire ceiling without having to move a heavy ladder around.


When you purchase the paint of your choice, make sure to also purchase a drop cloth to cover the floor.

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Step-by-Step Instructions On How To Use A Roller To Paint A Drop Ceiling

Step 1: Go To the Store and Purchase Materials

The best way to get the paint you need will be to go to a paint store. But before you go, make sure to measure the room (or rooms) that you're going to paint in. Once there, ask the person at the front counter for paint that works best for drop ceilings.

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Then provide your measurements and ask the associate how much paint will be needed to do the entire job. Then you can pick up the drop cloth, paint rollers with the extension rod and some paint thinner to clean with after painting.

Step 2: Prep the Area Before Painting

Move furniture and other items that can be placed out of the room you'll be painting. Place your drop cloth over the items you can't remove and over the floor.


Your ceiling installation may be new, so you might be able to paint the room before any heavy furniture has been moved in. Next pour your paint into the pan and begin work.

Step 3: Paint the Tiles

Make sure to start by evenly painting the tiles and try to avoid any thin or thick spots. Long strokes will make it easy to get the paint where you need it.


Then let the paint dry completely. After the paint is dry, you'll want to repeat the process and give the ceiling a second coat.

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Step 4: Clean Up The Area and Inspect Your Job

After you're done painting, clean up the area and wipe away any lagging drips that may be falling from the ceiling. Then you can take away your ladder and inspect your work.


If touch-ups are needed, use a paintbrush to finish up. Then remove the drop cloth and replace the furniture after the paint has dried.

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