Can I use ceiling paint on walls?

• <div><p>While we can’t stop you, we don’t recommend using ceiling paint on walls. Ceiling paint is designed to be flat and less durable, which means it won’t stand up well to scrubbing or regular contact. It’s often limited in color selection. If you’re painting a low-traffic area, such as a closet, ceiling paint might work in an absolute pinch. But for most walls, it’s worth using a more durable, wall-specific formula. </p></div>

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Q: Can I use ceiling paint on walls?

• <div><p>While we can&rsquo;t stop you, we don&rsquo;t recommend using ceiling paint on walls. Ceiling paint is designed to be flat and less durable, which means it won&rsquo;t stand up well to scrubbing or regular contact. It&rsquo;s often limited in color selection. If you&rsquo;re painting a low-traffic area, such as a closet, ceiling paint might work in an absolute pinch. But for most walls, it&rsquo;s worth using a more durable, wall-specific formula. </p></div>

Q: Is there a difference in tipping for exterior vs. interior painting?

• <div><p>Tipping for exterior and interior painting is often roughly the same. In some cases, interior painters may be around the homeowner more and can get to know them a little better, which can sometimes result in better tips.</p></div>

Q: Is it better to use a roller or brush for a mist coat?

• <div><p>Using a roller allows you to apply a mist coat quickly to avoid uneven spots while drying, but it can create streaks and splatters from the watery paint. Applying with a paintbrush can take longer but may be less messy. There are pros and cons to using either a roller or a brush for the mist coat. The mist coat is diluted, so it can be messier to work with, but it also dries quickly.</p></div>

Q: Do you have to sand before using chalk paint?

• <div><p>You don&rsquo;t have to, but, on certain surfaces, sanding will allow the paint to adhere more easily.</p></div>

Q: Can you touch up a newly painted ceiling?

• <div><p>Yes, you can touch up a newly painted ceiling, but it's not a common occurrence. If you need to touch up new ceiling paint, be sure to use the original paint. You should only use a small amount of paint and, for a small area, use a small paint roller or paintbrush. You can also use a Q-tip or a toothpick to fix very small blemishes on the paint.</p></div>

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Last update on November 17, 2025

Reviewed in July 2025
Derek painted the entire main floor of the residence which is 2150 ft.² with ceilings in access of 25 feet in height. His ability to do the job is exceptional, an application and cleanup. He?s the only painter I?ve used that I didn?t have to ask him to caulk corners of walls before he painted...
Premier Image Painting
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Reviewed in January 2025
I have hired Max and his crew 3 times. O ce for a while house for exterior. Amazing Job done. Then for interior on that house. Exceptional work. Always professional, cleans up also. Then this last job was for a new house, complete painting of interior ceilings and walls. 8 rooms, Amazing job,...
Renovate Revolution LLC
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Reviewed in September 2023
Jason and BJ painted our kitchen and laundry room cabinets. They did a great job and we could not be happier! We spent some time researching different finishes, resurfacing and even installing new cabinets. So glad we went with 2nd Street Painting - our cabinets look brand new! The work was done...
Second Street Renovations
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Reviewed in April 2022
We are very pleased with the work CU Midwest Design completed for us. Our project included main and upper levels of interior painting with high ceilings, walls and trim, quite an extensive project. They also painted an upper deck along with all the exterior soffits. They were knowledgeable,...
CU Midwest Designs, LLC
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Reviewed in October 2017
We had planned on painting the house ourselves but the quantity of work was overwhelming. I had already purchased the paint. Andy provided a very fair price and worked us into his schedule. When he arrived he was fast, clean and very professional. He completed the work in 1/3 of the time it...
Blue Sky Painting
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Reviewed in August 2017
Once the glitches were resolved, everything went great! Second Street Painting was at the house on the appointed day and time. They worked quickly and efficiently, and had the job done in just two days. I would definitely use them again, and recommend them to anyone that asks about them.
Second Street Painting
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Reviewed in June 2017
We had new carpet installed in 6 rooms and a stairway by Home Depot of Champaign, IL. The carpet was priced very well. We had a bit of an argument with them because they would not haul away the old carpet, because we had pulled it up ourselves. We pulled it up ourselves because we wanted to...
Home Depot Inc
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Reviewed in September 2016
Very pleased with this project by Illini Pella, 1001 North Country Fair Drive in Champaign, IL. We went to their showroom to look at replacement sliding patio doors, and talked to Dave Rollins. We had researched doors online, and were looking at Pella's 350 series all vinyl door. Dave gave us a...
Pella Windows and Doors
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Reviewed in February 2013
He was supposed to come at 10am. We called at 10:45 and he finally showed up with 2 frightening individuals that I'm not even sure knew how to paint. We ended up spending a ton of money on paint beyond what they charged. At the end my whole ceiling was streaked. They should have painted...
GERDES PAINTING
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Reviewed in December 2011
I thought that they were very professional and I have also hired them to paint the interior of my new house. I liked their professionalism and honesty. They were courteous, they cleaned up after themselves and what they did was very good.
Precision Painting
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