How To Paint Ceiling Above Stairs

I can t use a ladder on the stairs.

How to paint ceiling above stairs. One of the reasons we decided to paint our stairwell white was so it would be the same color as the ceiling. It s almost impossible to paint right next to rough textured ceilings a process called cutting in without getting paint on the ceiling. While every other square inch of ceiling was painted white this was the only spot in the house i didn t take the opportunity to get to.

This is a dark area of my home so brightening the paint makes a night and day difference. The slanted ceiling is 1o feet above the carpeted steps. Knock off the texture at the edge with a putty knife.

How to paint stairs without a ladder. Even though these pictures are a little dark can i tell you how much better my stairs look. Painting a high ceiling over stairs can be a challenge but you can use an extension roller to make things easier.

I need to paint the ceiling above the stairs. If this project is on your to do list let me encourage. Also the stairs prevent an extension ladder being located on the floor since the handrails act as a obstruction.

Using an angled brush you need to trim the area you re painting. This helps keep edges wet and allows you to see your progress to ensure an even coat. It also feels really good to complete something that i set out to do.

And four years later i m still looking at a single yellowed ceiling and wishing i d completed my project. For smooth ceilings use a low nap roller. The best way to paint a ceiling is to use a paint roller and work in grid like sections of 3 square feet to 5 square feet each.