For synthetic roller covers consider buying a segmented style for better application.
Type of roller for popcorn ceiling.
Painting your ceiling with a paint sprayer.
Also make sure to choose a wide roller made of synthetic material as to not damage the texture of the ceiling and one that specifically says it is designed for textured and rough surfaces like a popcorn ceiling.
Looped texture paint roller.
This cover will not crush the texture.
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Spackle optional add texture to a boring smooth ceiling.
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What is a popcorn ceiling.
A popcorn ceiling is a ceiling sprayed with an acoustic texture made up of small styrofoam balls in a mixture of drywall compound.
This is a common texture that is used for.
For stains roll or spray paint the stained spot with the same color the ceiling will be painted with and let dry completly before painting the entire ceiling.
With rollers it is also important to use only light pressure during application and not to over saturate the area.
Experts recommend using lambswool or specialty synthetic covers with a thickness of of an inch to 1 of an inch.
Textured popcorn ceilings insulate a room absorb sound and break up the monotonous look of smooth ceilings.
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If the ceiling is a relatively small area then a paint sprayer may be overkill and take more time in preparation than it s worth.
An extension pole helps you reach the ceiling without a ladder.
10 easy steps to paint your popcorn ceilings with a roller.
Typically popcorn ceiling installers use a spray gun and hopper to force the perlite popcorn onto the ceiling.
Since you won t want to be bending to refill your roller more than necessary to paint popcorn ceiling use a long napped roller cover to load on plenty of paint in one swoop.
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It spreads paint evenly over the peaks and valleys of a surface.
A paint sprayer is the easiest and fastest way to paint a popcorn ceiling but it can also be done with a thick nap roller no lower than 9 16 inch.
Thick multi slit foam provides gentle yet complete coverage on uneven surfaces.
Get it as soon as mon aug 3.
Paint in one direction and stop.
Don t roll back and forth because once the popcorn gets wet it starts to peel.
Foam roller is specifically designed for popcorn or acoustical ceilings textured walls masonry and stucco.