How to wash a ceiling painted with water emulsion?

Safety engineering

When carrying out cleaning procedures, it is recommended to set the ladder as securely as possible. Do not install all kinds of pads under the legs in case of an uneven floor. You can not stretch while standing on the stairs, trying to cover the maximum ceiling area. In such a situation, it is recommended to get off and move the ladder. Failure to do so is likely to fall and be seriously injured.

When wet cleaning the ceiling, water will spill onto the floor. On such a surface, the hostess may slip or the ladder will move.

The soap solution container must be sized and shaped so that it is securely fixed on the staircase. It is recommended to wear an apron on your clothes. It should have roomy pockets. They will be able to fold a rag or sponge at each stage of cleaning. It is often necessary to wipe the ceiling with a dry cloth after cleaning with a damp sponge. In this case, the sponge can be placed in the pocket of the apron. Moreover, most likely, there will not be room for her on the stairs. In addition, the sponge may fall, which means that you will have to go down for it.

Preparing a painted ceiling to renew the decor layer

If the surface cannot be cleaned with simple means or it is time to refresh the ceilings, the base should be prepared for restoration. Let's figure out how to clean a painted ceiling before renovation.

The work algorithm is as follows:

Remove dust with a brush on a long handle
Pay special attention to the areas of joints with panels, corners. Turn off the electricity and dismantle the fixtures.
It is allowed to vacuum the surface with a short-bristled brush, but without pressing the tool to the plane, so as not to leave scratches.
After dedusting, wrap a damp cloth on the mop and rinse the ceilings
Wash areas with contamination thoroughly using soap, soda formulations.
Inspect the ceiling, if there are spots of mold, mildew, clean them with a brush. Be sure to clean to the ground, completely washing out the paint

The movements are soft, it is important to thoroughly clean the affected area, washing off even layers of plaster if mold has penetrated into them. After stripping, treat the areas with a solution of copper sulfate and lime (1:30)

Allow to dry, then wash with clean water to remove bluish tinge. Dry again and saturate the zones with a primer in 2-3 layers, drying each layer before applying the next.

After the surface has dried, the ceilings should be inspected and if streaks remain, rinse again with clean water.

Understanding how to wash the painted ceiling, it should be borne in mind that after each stage of cleaning, the plane should be dried - it will take time, but this way the surface will be better prepared for subsequent work

It is important to leave the base to dry naturally, without using a hair dryer, otherwise the wash-out boundaries will remain visible.

Paint the prepared dry base with water-based emulsion in several layers, the renovation of the ceiling is completed. And knowing how to wash a painted ceiling, you can always refresh the coating without any special financial costs. By the way, the same refurbishment methods are suitable for whitewashed ceiling surfaces. And the option to eliminate mold is useful for any ceilings.

Types of water-based paint

Water-based paint is a water-based emulsion containing polymer particles undissolved in water. It also contains pigments and various additives that change the characteristics of the final product. After applying the paint, water actively evaporates and a thin polymer film remains on the surface.

Painting the ceiling with water-based paint begins with the choice of the composition. They use four types of polymers:

Acrylic. An aqueous emulsion based on acrylic resins allows you to obtain a flat surface, has good hiding power, hides small surface defects, up to gaps up to 1 mm wide. Its disadvantage is its high price, but it is easier to work with it. In their pure form, acrylic compounds are hygroscopic and can only be used for dry rooms, but they do not interfere with the passage of steam. To create a waterproof film, latex is added to the acrylic water emulsion. The same additive increases the elasticity of the dried film. Such formulations can be used in damp rooms.
Silicates. This type of water-based paints is based on liquid glass. The coating turns out to be resistant to atmospheric precipitation and at the same time does not interfere with the removal of vapors, has a long service life (10 years or more), and can be used for outdoor work.
Minerals are lime or cement. Mineral water emulsions have good adhesion to any surface, but are quickly washed off. In this connection, they are gradually losing popularity.
Silicone. Silicone-based aqueous emulsions are the latest industry achievement. These compositions are good because they "tighten" cracks up to 2 mm thick. As a result, the surface painted by them, even without excellent preparation, turns out to be even and smooth. The film is dense, but vapor-permeable. Silicone water-based emulsion can be used to paint the ceiling in bathrooms and other wet areas. The disadvantage of this type of paint is the high price.

Latex can be added to any of the formulations. Latex water-based paint is water-repellent. It is not afraid of moisture and can be used in humid rooms.

Based on the basic characteristics of these formulations, you can choose the best type of water-based paint for yourself. Each case requires its own properties and the "best water emulsion" - different each time.

Selection of materials and tools

This stage is considered the most important. The quality and service life of the future surface depends on the correct selection of tools and consumables.

It is important to make purchases in large chain hypermarkets or in company stores, there are a lot of fakes on the markets

Required tool

The main painting tool that is used for working with water-based emulsion is a roller. For finishing the ceiling, it is better to choose a product with a medium-haired coat - this way the paint will not spray on the sides, but at the same time the color of the base will overlap without stains and streaks. For faster work, the height of the cylinder should be 18–25 cm.
Then you need to pick up one or two brushes for painting over corners or hard-to-reach places, for example, behind ventilation ducts or pipes. A brush no more than 8 cm wide is best. You can also use an angled roller. You should buy a container for paint, it can be called a paint bath or tray, as well as a cuvette. The flat part of the bottom of the container should be grooved so that it is convenient to squeeze out excess paint from the tool.
To paint the ceiling with water-based paint does not require a lot of tools
In addition, you need to purchase fine-grain sandpaper, masking tape (ordinary scotch tape will do) and plastic wrap. It is recommended that you ensure that you have special clothing, gloves, hats and glasses in advance. So that you can control the surface quality while painting the ceiling with water-based paint with your own hands, you need to prepare a powerful lamp and a pole to raise it to the ceiling.
If you have a stepladder at hand, you can use it, but you should not specifically purchase it. You can buy a telescopic roller tube, or use tables, cabinets, and other furniture as stands.All small interior items should be removed from the room, and floors and bulky furniture should be covered with foil.
When painting the ceiling, it is more convenient to use goats, since they are wider and more stable than a stepladder.

How to choose paint

To paint ceilings with water-based paint with your own hands, you can use the following types of material:

Polyvinyl acetate compounds. The cheapest type of paintwork materials. Surfaces covered with such paint must not be wetted with water.
Latex. They are considered to be of the highest quality. With their help, you can get strong and durable coatings. The price of materials is also quite high.
Acrylic. The most common type. They are distinguished by a good combination of price and quality.
Silicate. Compositions with the addition of water glass are most often used for painting stone or plastered coatings. They can be used both indoors and outdoors.
Silicone. They have good hiding power, vapor permeability and long service life, but their too high cost makes them less popular than acrylic paints.

The most durable are acrylic compounds, the cheapest PVA, for new buildings you need to take latex, universal acrylate are suitable everywhere, but they are expensive

When choosing a material for coloring, you need to listen to the advice of the seller, but it is also recommended to carefully read the label. The manufacturer indicates the following information on it:

Type of work. It can be indoor or outdoor work on bases of various materials.
Paint consumption. Based on this indicator, you can roughly calculate the total amount of material, but it is better to add 10%.
Opacity. The number of layers that will be required to completely cover the old color depends on this indicator.
Resistant to abrasion or moisture. The material can only be suitable for dry operating conditions without mechanical stress. Slightly more expensive - paints that can withstand mechanical stress. They are followed by materials that, after drying, do not dissolve with water, and the most expensive are dirt-repellent paints.

All water-based paints are white, color is added later, but the entire volume must be tinted, otherwise there will be stains

It is also important to consider the type of finished coating:

Matt. They do not lend themselves well to washing, but visually increase the height of the ceilings and mask minor defects.
Glossy. More abrasion resistant and easy to clean, but does not hide defects.
Semi-matte. A compromise between the above two types.

We also suggest watching this video:

How to paint the ceiling with a water emulsion with your own hands

Each of the water-based paints on the can has instructions for use. The order of work is described there. Some formulations just need to be mixed well before work: undissolved polymers can settle at the bottom of the can. Some formulations require dilution. The amount of added water is also prescribed in the instructions and depends on the method of application. They dilute more under spray guns; when using a roller, thicker compositions are required.

Paint tray makes work easier

When diluting a water emulsion with water, add it in small portions. Stir thoroughly and taste on the surface. If the paint lies flat, almost completely covers the base, you can paint.

It is more convenient to pour the paint into a special container with a bath and a ribbed platform. You can use a regular bowl and a clean piece of oilcloth, spread out next to it. It is not so convenient, but less expensive.

Which roller to choose

A roller for painting the ceiling with an aqueous emulsion is needed with a dense short nap. You need to examine it thoroughly. The pile should “sit” firmly and in no case should it “climb out”, even if you pull on it. Then inspect how the seam was made. In no case should he stand out. It must be hard to find. It is best if it is made obliquely.

Rollers for painting the ceiling with water-based emulsion

Devote maximum attention to the choice of roller: the quality of the painting - the absence of stripes on the ceiling - largely depends on how good you have chosen the tool. It is more convenient to whitewash the ceiling with a water emulsion not from a stepladder, but from the floor. To do this, the roller is placed on a long handle and fixed well.

How to paint without streaks

So that there are no stripes on the ceiling, painting the ceiling with water-based paint should be finished no later than 20 minutes. Water immediately after application begins to actively absorb / evaporate and stripes appear at the junction of the dried and "fresh" color. Therefore, it is advisable to prepare the room. It is necessary to turn off (wrap up) the heating batteries, to prevent the appearance of a draft. It is also advisable to clean the floor immediately before whitewashing, even if you work during the day, turn on the lights, this will allow you to better control the quality of the painting. Then you can get to work.

Ready-to-use water-based paint is poured into a container, a roller is dipped into it, then rolled well over the site, achieving uniform distribution over the entire surface. When the roller has a solid color, they begin to paint.

The corners are painted over with the first brush. After applying a little paint, take a small roller and roll it out well. Then they begin to paint the main surface. The first layer is applied parallel to the window, the second - perpendicularly.

You need to stand so as to look at the painted place at an angle. This will give you a good chance to see how evenly the paint is distributed, as well as the place where you have already painted and where not. Move systematically, without jumping from one piece to another.

It is more convenient to paint from the floor, and for this, the roller must be attached to a long, but lightweight handle.

The width of the strip to be painted at a time is slightly larger than the width of the roller. After wetting the roller, place it approximately in the middle of the strip. Quickly roll the paint in both directions from one wall to the other. Don't waste a lot of time: you don't have much of it. On average, the water emulsion dries up in 10-20 seconds. Before that, you did not have time to apply a strip nearby - the border will be clearly visible, from which you will not get rid of. Having distributed the paint more or less evenly over the strip, dip the roller in the paint, and again roll it out from the middle of the ceiling. At the same time, enter the not already painted strip by about 10 cm. All this at a good pace without stopping and smoking breaks. The edges of the painted strip must not dry out. In general, these are all rules.

After applying the first coat of paint, some areas may be less stained. It is necessary to wait for complete drying, and paint a second time. This should already be enough to get a flat surface. If after the third layer of water-based paint you still have streaks and streaks on the ceiling, you will have to redo it. It is necessary to level the surface with sandpaper, prime and paint again.

Which color

The easiest way to achieve perfect color evenness is to use "snow white" paint. All pigments clearly highlight even small irregularities, therefore, the process of filling the ceiling should be given maximum attention or use an acrylic or silicone based water emulsion.

Removing stains

Most often, stains form on the walls - next to the switches. The fat that is on the fingers of every person, layer by layer, dries to the paint, forming an ugly greasy "edging". Getting rid of this pollution is extremely difficult. If the surface is white and matte, professional cleaners recommend rubbing it lightly with a light-colored eraser. In all other cases, it is better to wash off the old paint and apply a fresh coat of emulsion.

You can remove children's drawings from the walls if they are made with a simple pencil and take up a small area. Here again the eraser will come to the rescue. But the traces from the alcohol marker will disappear only after the repair.

The grease that gets on the kitchen walls and ceilings is preliminarily softened. For this, a solution is applied to the contaminated area with a sponge, which consists of 4 tablespoons of soda or table salt and a liter of water. This method is effective for fresh stains; it is impossible to deduce old ones.

Peculiarities

The ceilings seem to be relatively clean and slightly dirty surfaces, because they do not stand on them, objects are not suspended here, no one walks on them, does not spill or spill liquids, and touching with your hands is very rare. But the problem is that the emerging pollution is extremely difficult to hide, and against a light background they are too visible even to the naked eye.

The traditional finish - whitewashing - removes accumulated dirt by simply applying a new coat. But modern materials and designs, with all their advantages, do not leave such an opportunity to people. Therefore, the question of how to wash away soot and other contaminants is extremely relevant.

The main types of paint

There are a number of colorants available, each with distinct advantages and disadvantages. Experts advise choosing formulations that easily withstand washing. This will keep the coatings clean and avoid constant repairs.

Silicate

This type of coating is considered to be the most resistant to moisture. In addition to the silicate base, the substances contain pigments and water glass. However, you should not use such compositions for painting bedrooms. An excellent solution for using silicate paint would be a bathroom. It is also allowed to apply it in other utility rooms and carry out external processing.

Latex

These compounds fit perfectly on all types of bases and are easy to clean. The only drawback is the high cost, since this is an elite market segment.

Acrylic

This is one of the more popular coating options. This dye contains resins. They have a binding effect and make the paint more flexible. Some substances are resistant to moisture because they include a latex component.

Acrylic paints spread easily over the surface and are durable. They usually have a pastel color scheme. To get a more saturated shade, special additives are introduced into the composition. Tinting is done in a store or at home.

Silicone

These coatings are based on silicone resins. They also include acrylic copolymers. The products provide protection of surfaces from fungal microorganisms and mold. The compositions are distinguished by their vapor-tight properties.

Means and devices

In a room with a normal ceiling height, it makes sense not to use a stepladder or table, but to take a telescopic mop. The advantage of this tool is the ability to clean tiles in corners, skirting boards and other hard-to-reach areas.

To clean the ceiling, apply:

soap solutions;
dishwashing detergents;
ammonia.

Plastic panels

In caring for them light laundry soap is most often used
, which is mixed with hot water, achieving the formation of foam. They work with detergents in the same way. The ammonia is diluted in accordance with the standard proportions found in cleaning recipes.

Washable glossy

Such a ceiling must be washed without the use of abrasives; it is unacceptable to scrape off dirt with a knife or other sharp object
... Also, do not use a mop wrapped in a rag - this can provoke dents.

With drawings

To clean the ceiling decorated with drawings, it is better not to use alcohol-containing substances and acetic acid. Bleach helps to deal with yellowed spots
- any factory product is diluted in the appropriate proportion: 60-90 g per 10 kg of liquid.It is easier to avoid streaking and streaking by cleaning the ceiling surface in one direction.

Melamine sponge is widely used for cleaning ceilings, but you need to check the reaction of the finishing material in advance
so that no deformation occurs.

Rack ceiling

Such designs are very widely demanded, but one should not assume that aluminum blocks can be washed with abrasive agents - the chrome-plated surface is easily damaged and loses its decorative qualities. Minor and relatively weak contaminants are removed with soapy foam, and when there is a lot of dirt (the ceiling is all black from burning or soot), you will have to use an aqueous solution with dishwashing detergent. The mirrored slatted ceiling is washed in the same way as the window.

In this case, the following materials are used:

a mop with a retractable handle;
sponges not covered with nap;
factory means for cleaning window glass.

Do not use washing powder, as it quickly penetrates the paint and varnish material or fabric, retaining a characteristic aroma that interferes with almost all residents of the apartment.

When successive cleaning with a vacuum cleaner with dry sponges and soapy water has not worked, a different approach is required:

soda is diluted in warm water (90-120 g per 10 l);
the ceiling is wetted with this solution;
after 10 minutes it is washed off.

Remove pollution from paper wallpaper, even when it comes to soot, you can only use a vacuum cleaner - wet cleaning and washing are not allowed
... Only in the dirtiest places is it allowed to work a little with slightly damp wipes made from natural materials.

Traditionally, cobwebs are removed with brooms or brooms, but this can lead to deformation of the coating. It is much more correct to use a vacuum cleaner, complemented by a brush with a large bristle length. The textile ceiling needs to be vacuumed systematically
; Responsible owners remove any stain immediately, without postponing it for later.

Limiting the use of liquids can help prevent streaks and stains.
, since the fabric does not tolerate waterlogging. It is unacceptable to remove stains containing chlorine with mixtures, and if they are very deeply ingrained, then it is advisable to dilute the cleaning powder in water and use it. Finish off the fabric ceiling by wiping it dry with a paper towel.

The ceiling does not need to be cleaned regularly, due to the characteristics of the material from which it is finished. However, after some time, dust or grease stains can form on the floor in the kitchen. Therefore, the ceiling has to be washed periodically. But in order to do it right, it is worth familiarizing yourself with some of the features of the process.

What you need to remember when starting to wash

No matter how much you have to postpone the general cleaning, all the same, this day will come. Not a single hostess likes to do such a thing, because it is difficult, takes a lot of time and effort, and requires meticulous work. You cannot miss a single section, leave at least some spot, because it will immediately become noticeable, you just have to turn on the chandelier.

It is important to follow some rules:

Only dilute with a mild soap solution (or mild detergent) to remove stains.
Movements should be light and unhurried.
It is better to use a stepladder to be able to clean the entire ceiling.
Wear gloves to protect your hands from the effects of detergents.
It is advisable to wear glasses so that no dust particles get into your eyes.
It is better to wash the water-based coating with a rag, not using mops or hard brushes.

Due to the fact that the ceilings covered with water-based paint are quite "delicate", these precautions must be observed. In no case should you:

In no case should you:

Wash the water-based coating using hard brushes, rollers or unwashed rags - streaks will remain.
Use toxic detergents. The coating is easily damaged, it will definitely have to be changed, and the powder itself will eat in, and it will be very difficult to get rid of the smell.

Which tool to choose

When painting, use a brush or roller. So that you can do the work with your own hands, standing right on the floor and you don't have to climb a ladder, you can use a telescopic tube. In order for the roller to absorb the paint evenly, you need to take a special bath. In addition, the bath will allow you not to dilute excess dirt.

A large brush is not worth choosing. After all, as a rule, a brush is used only for laying corners. The best option for this is a thin flute brush that is five to ten centimeters wide. The roller should be chosen more carefully. A medium-pile roller is best suited for this purpose. Its width should be from 18 to 25 centimeters. You should not buy a roller with a foam pad, it will fail very soon.

Ceiling painting technology with water-based paint

The procedure for applying water-based emulsion to the ceiling surface is practically no different from working with other types of paints. Nevertheless, before painting, you will need to do a preliminary check of the material's coverage on a small piece of concrete or plywood somewhere in the back room.

It is best to whitewash the ceiling with a thread roller, there should be at least two of them in stock, one with a nozzle width of at least 20 cm, the second, 5-7 cm, is used to tint the corner zones.

How to properly apply water-based paint to whiten the ceiling

The painting procedure involves laying at least two layers of material. In this case, the direction of movement of the working tool when switching to a new layer should change to perpendicular to the previous one.

Traditionally, the first layer of water emulsion is laid with movements parallel to the plane of the window opening in the room. The second layer of paint is accordingly executed perpendicular to the window. In this case, the stream of light falling through the window onto the ceiling will be directed parallel to the lines of application of the water-based mixture. Even if the risks from the roller remain somewhere, they will be invisible in natural light.

How to whitewash the ceiling with water-based paint without streaks

In order to obtain a high quality painting of the ceiling surface without marks, marks and streaks, several basic rules must be followed:

Before putting paint on a roller or brush, it is necessary to remove lumps from the mixed dust and water emulsion;
The water-based paint collected on the working surface of the tool must be rolled in a tray so that it is evenly absorbed throughout the nozzle;
When painting, the roller is pressed against the ceiling surface with approximately the same force. No need to rush or try to squeeze the emulsion from the nozzle;
The rolling of the paint and varnish material is performed in strips with a slight overlap at the joints. In this case, the ends of the soft nozzle of the roller should be rounded, this is the only way to avoid the appearance of splashes and scratches on the ceiling.

After painting, the layer must be thoroughly dried before proceeding to re-painting. Painting over a wet or insufficiently dried layer is not allowed.

Advice! Experts also recommend installing an additional light source in the room, a lantern or a spotlight aimed at the ceiling. Such illumination allows you to see the color defects even at the stage of applying the water-based paint.

In corners and areas adjacent to the walls, the water-based emulsion should be applied with a small roller, and in some cases it is necessary to use a brush to touch up or level the layer.In more detail, the process of painting ceilings with water-based paint with your own hands is described in the video

How to paint the ceiling with water-based paint so that there are no stains

In order to avoid the appearance of stains or streaks during the painting process, it is necessary to carefully prepare the ceiling surface. Even if the surface has been primed and thoroughly dried, immediately before painting the floor, the surface must be thoroughly wiped with a slightly damp sponge and allowed to dry for 10-15 minutes.

Use the thread version of the chamfered nozzle

The second problem stems from the misuse of the paint itself. Stains and streaks appear on the ceiling due to uneven application of the material. After a fresh portion of the water emulsion is set, the roller, as a rule, is pressed against the surface with great force, respectively, at the beginning of the movement, a larger amount of paint is squeezed out. As the distance from the starting point decreases, the amount decreases, the paint layer becomes thinner and more transparent. Therefore, it is better to roll it several times with a little effort than to make a spot.

How to quickly whitewash the ceiling with water-based paint

There is only one way to quickly and efficiently paint the ceiling with water-based paint - using a pneumatic spray gun. It will take about an hour and a half to cover the walls and furnishings in the room with plastic wrap. The same amount will be required for painting the ceiling in two layers.

It is convenient to apply the water-based composition with a spray to complex surfaces

With the traditional method, with a roller or brush, the process of painting the ceiling surface takes 2-2.5 times more time.

For modern water-based emulsions

Today the market of paints and varnishes offers a very rich selection of coloring agents, but the good old water emulsion is still in demand. It is used to paint both walls and ceilings, and they choose exactly the type of composition that is optimal for decorating a particular room, taking into account all its conditions.

For kitchen walls and ceilings, a material is usually used that provides the coating with water repellency and abrasion resistance.

If the surfaces are painted with a modern material adapted to the treatment with cleaning compounds, then they can be washed as follows:

dissolve a little mild household detergent in warm water;
moisten the ceiling surface with a soft fine-pored sponge, avoiding the formation of abundant drips;
wash off the solution with a sponge or soft cloth slightly dampened with clean water.

In the same way, you can wash walls and other surfaces painted with water-based emulsion and do not have strong or old dirt. It is permissible to clean them only with the softest brushes, using aqueous solutions of detergents of low concentration.

Cleaning procedure for old water-based coating

To remove the old layer of water-based paint, you need to abundantly moisten the ceiling surface with water twice with a difference of thirty minutes, and then create drafts in the room. Old paint should bubble up and can be easily removed with a metal spatula.

Then you need to start removing stains and rust. They are wiped several times with a sponge using any of the following:

hydrochloric acid of two or three percent concentration;
a mixture of crushed lime and drying oil;
a thick mixture of lime, water and denatured alcohol;
cleaning agent "Whiteness", which is made on the basis of sodium hypochlorite.

You can remove lime from the ceiling surface using a paste, which includes flour and water. To dilute the paste, you need two tablespoons of flour or starch. The loose product is diluted with a little cold water. The resulting mass is poured into a liter of boiling water and mixed thoroughly.Allow to cool slightly and apply to the ceiling over its entire area. After drying, the paste layer is cleaned together with the whitewash with a metal spatula.

There is also a faster way - to remove the whitewash with a grinding tool. There will be a lot of dust, so all furniture should be removed from the room, the doors to the other room should be closed and eye and respiratory protection should be put on.

Ceiling painting

After the primer has been completed, it is necessary to prepare a water-based paint. After all, consumption and the result of painting depend on its consistency. The best consistency is “milk”. If the water-based paint is too thick, you will notice the joints between the stripes.

It is better to use a roller to paint the ceiling. To paint the ceiling with a brush is too long, moreover, it is inconvenient. It is better not to use a foam roller, because it absorbs too much paint and increases its consumption. Painting begins with a layering of the corners. For this purpose, use a brush or angled roller. In addition, you need to apply narrow stripes along the edges of the ceiling with a brush, thus outlining the boundaries of the painting. You should start painting from the window, and the first layer should be laid across the sun's rays, the second, on the contrary, along. This will create a smoother surface.

In order for the paint to be more evenly distributed and its consumption to be less, you need to roll out the roller on a special tray or cardboard before painting. To prevent stripes from appearing on the ceiling during painting, it is better to make W-shaped movements with a roller.

Next, you need to paint the surface with a roller, layer by layer. It is necessary to apply each subsequent layer perpendicular to the previous one. The surface of the ceiling must dry well after each application. The very last coat should be applied from the window. It happens that after the first coat of paint dries, stains remain. You cannot remove these stains by painting over them with thick paint, although the consumption in this case will be less. An additional layer should be applied, of a more liquid consistency, but always over the entire surface.

When making repairs, especially with your own hands, you should not even try to finish finishing the ceiling in one layer. In any case, they will remain unpainted. It is recommended to apply two or three of them. When the first layer of paint is applied, defects in the preparation of the ceiling become visible and it will be possible to putty it a little, of course, after the entire surface has dried well. The layer dries for about twelve hours. After that, the next layer can be applied.

If hand painting the ceiling seems like too much work to a person who makes repairs on his own, he can use a spray gun. With this device, you can get a perfectly flat surface on which streaks and streaks will not be noticeable.