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: What is the correct order to paint a room?

• <div><p>There is no one correct order for painting a room, as it largely depends on personal preference and skill level. However, for non-professional painters, we recommend the following order: ceiling, walls, doors, windows, trim. This is because painting trim, windows, and doors can be more time-consuming and meticulous, and it's best to save them for last when you&rsquo;ve already gained some confidence from painting the larger surfaces.</p></div>

Q: Can I just paint over old paint?

• <div><p>In some cases, you may be able to skip the primer and paint over old paint. If you&rsquo;re painting over paint that&rsquo;s in good condition and is a similar color and finish to the new paint, you probably don&rsquo;t need to use primer. If the old paint is dark or uneven or the wall has stains or damage, you&rsquo;ll want to apply primer before a new coat of paint. </p></div>

Q: How many coats of paint do you use with a spray gun?

• <div><p>The <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/how-many-coats-paint-does-my-house-need.htm">number of paint coats you should apply</a> varies by project, but many jobs call for two coats of paint. Make sure you let the first coat fully dry according to the manufacturer&rsquo;s instructions before applying that second coat. Luckily, paint from a sprayer dries rather quickly due to the nature of the fine mist created by the sprayer.</p></div>

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: How long will painted tile backsplash last?

• <div><p>Taking the time to properly prepare your tile backsplash before painting and treating it with care afterward is the best way to ensure its longevity. While the tile can last for the life of the home, you may have to repaint it after a few years. However, using only mild cleanser and water to keep it clean can maximize the paint's lifespan.</p></div>

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Reviewed in May 2022
This company created such a mess Paint spilled on the deck the beautiful carpet is ruined with spots all over it. The insulation job is a hack and much more. So devastated. Have to hire an attorney to help resolve this. They promised to come back and fix it but did not. Now the window they fixed...
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Reviewed in March 2018
The ceiling was not installed under the crown molding, and the edges look rough. He didn't cover the hardwood floors and dripped paint while painting. The ceiling paint looks spotty and poor. The drywall repairs were terrible with a severe bow in the wall. He came back after we complained to...
Belleau Sky Home Repair, LLC
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Reviewed in December 2016
They replaced some rotting wood and painted all wood parts on the exterior. I had some boards that needed to be replaced where they had started to deteriorate. I hadn't done anything in 20 years and so they had to fix me up. I plan to have them do the inside of my house after the first of the...
JTS Construction
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Reviewed in January 2014
We love it! The master bath looks great! We removed the existing bath tub and added an extra large shower and shower seat. We updated the cabinets and sinks and painted the walls. The expandable has been transformed into my dream sewing room! I have more storage than I ever dreamed of!
Premier Custom Homes & Remodeling
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Reviewed in July 2013
I appreciated the teamwork between the painters and carpenters, which ensured that no surface was painted before all rotten wood was properly repaired or replaced. The lack of proper wood repair and replacement had been an ongoing problem with each previous painting contractor. The...
Solution Painting Inc
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Reviewed in May 2013
OMG!!!! Great COMPANY with excellent customer service and customer repore!!!! They want the customer to be happy, that is very apparent. They started by ripping off all the rotten facia and hardy planks and repaired all the rotten facia and even did stuff that was not on the estimate, they said...
A Property Preservation Service LLC
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Reviewed in November 2010
This person did not decorate my wedding or reception with any flowers as we had arranged. She bailed out on a couple of appointments that SHE set up to take care of somethings for me. She was supposed to go to the rental place and discuss the length of my table cloths, she was suppose to show...
Sylvia Hodges
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