Painting Tin Ceiling Tiles

Things you ll need tin ceiling tiles spray metal primer paint red latex or acrylic paint or another color if you want to emphasize another color faux glaze i like home depot glaze black or dark brown latex paint gold acrylic paint paint brush old rag or cheesecloth clear acrylic sealer.

Painting tin ceiling tiles. For the most realistic appearance have the deeper color be metallic or use clear coat primer to show the tin and use a fine grain sandpaper to rub off the outer coat on all the ridges and parts of the flat areas. Many tin ceiling designs cast shadows that become too deep if a darker color is used. One of the best parts about tin ceiling tiles is that everything about them is simple and easy.

Many pre fabricated tin ceilings have designs stamped into them some of them rather ornate. Spray the tiles with smooth even strokes keeping the can a foot or so away from the tile as you. Artist brushes for detailing.

Painting your home to match our tin tiles. Shake the spray paint can if painting acoustic ceiling tiles as recommended on the paint can. In order to conceal nails ceiling grids light covers vents molding and other eyesores there are a variety of metallic spray paints that provide a very similar color palate.

It is recommended to use lighter or neutral colors to paint this type of ceiling. Depending on your installation there are some instances when you may want to paint your surrounding home elements to match our tin tiles.