A new life for a panel ceiling – An easy DIY painting project!
Could the ceiling be considered a fifth wall? Nowadays, ceilings are painted the same color as the walls - or at least the bravest ones choose something other than painter's white! The light green Apple Barn wall paint was chosen as the paint color for the panel ceiling in the picture.
When thinking about painting a panel ceiling, consider these things before you start
Frenchic series selection
You can choose paint from any of the Frenchic series, as this is an interior surface.
These factors can guide your choice:
- How much is there to paint?
- Do you want to choose a beautiful specific color?
- Do you want the shade to be completely opaque or do you want the wood grain to remain slightly visible?
If you have a lot to paint, the large 2.5 liter container size can be an affordable option. If you only have a small room to paint, such as a small kitchen, children's room or toilet, you can also choose a shade from other series that is packaged in a 750ml container size.
If you want to leave the wood grain slightly visible, you can do the painting job more cheaply than usual: you can thin the shade of your choice. A good thinning ratio should be tested to suit your particular panel ceiling, but it is often somewhere between 20-40%.
Tip! A really beautiful shade comes from a diluted light beige shade, for example Cool Beans or Salt of The Earth .
Frenchic series have different colors per series. Explore our range of shades here.
Choosing a shade
Choose boldly and give the space a whole new atmosphere!
Sky blue, light pink or soothing beige are great for children's rooms. For small spaces, such as a toilet, you can perhaps be more daring - dark tones bring an intimate atmosphere and a personal finish. Even in the kitchen, a beautiful berry-colored ceiling or sunny yellow can make everyday life delightful!
The color chosen for the panel ceiling of the toilet in the picture was the same as the tiles, Steaming Green.
Efficiency
In general, it can be stated that panel surfaces, with all their grooves, naturally absorb more paint than smooth surfaces.
If you paint a new and untreated panel, it will also increase consumption, because the new wood surface absorbs the paint into the wood surface in the first few layers.
If you are painting an old, orange and yellowed pine or spruce panel with dark knots white/light, the darkest spot will dictate how many coats you need to paint to cover the knots. With dark paint shades, you can get by with fewer coats than with white or light colors.
Tip! When painting a dark, yellowed and knotty panel ceiling white, it is a good idea to paint the first layer with gray - one layer is enough to counteract the orangeness and you can get by with fewer layers of white. You can choose gray, for example, the City Slicker or Swanky Pants shades from the Al Fresco series.
2.5 liter container, Wall paint coverage: approximately 36m2
750ml container size. Coverage of the furniture paint set: approximately 13.5m2
Make your roof the most stunning detail in your home by following these clear instructions:
1: Preparation is the key to success!
- Clean the ceiling panels thoroughly to remove dust and grease, especially soot and kitchen grease. Use the effective Sugar Soap detergent to remove grease.
- Protect floors and furniture with plastic or cloth
- Ensure safe working practices, use a sturdy ladder and preferably use extension arms.
- Wear safety glasses and protective clothing when painting. A cap protects your hair.
- Ensure good ventilation while working.
- Read more about protection here.
2: Groundwork makes the difference!
- Check if the panels need a primer – this will ensure a durable and beautiful surface.
- Sand lightly if the surface is shiny, varnished or uneven from a previous coat of paint.
3: The joy of painting!
- Choose a quality paint and paint the panels with a brush from the seams first. The XL oval brush is perfect for painting panel ceilings and panel walls.
- Mix the paint thoroughly before starting and during the project.
- Use a roller to achieve an even finish.
- Let the paint dry well between coats.
4: Enjoy the end result!
Admire the gorgeous, bright and fresh result!
