Although smooth walls have been the trend for many years now, some homes still have popcorn or textured ceilings. As with all walls in your home, there will come a time when you may want to paint ...

How to paint a ceiling First, you need the paint. Instead of defaulting to white, Schlotter suggests painting your ceiling either a shade lighter or darker than your walls for something different.

Paint tricks for low ceilings can help make a room feel larger and more open, or more cozy and intimate, without feeling claustrophobic. Just by smartly using color, you can create the illusion of ...

When you're painting a whole room, the ceiling should come first.

That extra texture can also make the ceiling look lower. If you notice excess (still wet) paint, come back to it and roll in another direction. Steady as you go: Take breaks and don’t rush.

That’s because paint acts as a sealant, protecting the texture from its enemy (that would be water, and you). These approaches apply to textured ceilings, as well.

You want to change your life in painting a large room or maybe an entire house? Invest in 18-inch rollers for walls and ceilings, along with a paint tub, grid, and disposable tub liners to match.