Stenciling a ceiling is an inexpensive - if uncomfortable - way to add interest to a ceiling. Stencil designer Jan Dressler shows Kitty Bartholomew how to take stenciling higher when she paints a trellis on a ceiling to look like it is supporting a stone wall mural. She recommends using a cervical neck collar for comfort and head support during the job; goggles are also suggested.
Since the stencil will be upside down, a positional adhesive is necessary. Stencil adhesive spray can be used if the climate is not too humid; otherwise, green painter 's tape will work. Lay out the design on paper first, drawing a mirror image of the floor plan.
- Spray adhesive on the stencil and position on the ceiling. Starting at one end of the stencil, press down working out. Be sure pattern lays down completely flat . Mark through registration holes.
- Load a brush with rust colored paint and apply to stencil. Don't get the brush too full of paint , since it will be more likely to drip in an upside down postion (figure A).
- Line up the second overlay with registration and fill in with a darker brown paint (figure B).
- Paint in a back shadow free-hand, using gray, oil-based paint (figure C).
Resources stencils and stencil supplies
Dressler Stencil Company has an extensive line of detailed laser-cut stencils, supplies and video instructions. A catalog is also available.
Dressler Stencil Company
Renton, WA
Phone: 425-656-4515
Toll-free Phone: 888-656-4515
E-mail:
customerservice@dresslerstencils.com
Website:
www.dresslerstencils.com
Guests Jan Dressler
Stencil Expert, President, Owner Dressler Stencil Company
Renton, WA
Phone: 425-656-4515
Toll-free Phone: 888-656-4515
E-mail:
customerservice@dresslerstencils.com
Website:
www.dresslerstencils.com
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