How to Paint Your Ceiling

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Before: Plain, Beige Bedroom

Is your bedroom looking a little plain these days? One way to spruce things up is to paint the fifth wall — your ceiling — a bold, new color.

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Apply Painter's Tape

Use painter's tape to cover the crown molding around the perimeter of the ceiling.

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Cover the Corners

Make sure to work slowly around the corners of your ceiling as you apply painter's tape.

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Paint the Edges

Remove the lid of the paint can and stir to ensure color consistency. (Now would also be a good time to lay down a dropcloth.) Cut in about three inches from the tape, and apply paint with a paintbrush.

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Smooth It Out

Smooth out the cut-in area by lightly brushing the tip of the bristles over the newly painted area to create a feathered edge.

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Paint the Ceiling

Place a loaded paint roller in the corner of the room and roll in one direction in parallel lines (not in a "W" or "V" pattern) toward the opposite side of the room.

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Add Some Texture

A rug is a great way to add another layer and some texture to your room. We recommend laying one down where the bed will eventually be.

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Install a Light Fixture

A unique light fixture — like this Sputnik light — will pop against your newly painted ceiling.

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Pull in Colorful Decor

Pick out colors that complement your ceiling, but don't be afraid to mix patterns and textures.

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Add a Bold Lamp

A bold table lamp is a perfect accessory for your newly updated room.

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After: Vibrant, Modern Dreams

Carry the new color of your ceiling throughout the room by choosing accent pieces that are a similar shade, like the velvet green bench.

The Easiest Way to Paint Your Ceiling

Before: Plain, Beige Bedroom

Apply Painter's Tape

Cover the Corners

Paint the Edges

Smooth It Out

Paint the Ceiling

Add Some Texture

Install a Light Fixture

Pull in Colorful Decor

Add a Bold Lamp

After: Vibrant, Modern Dreams

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