Many people, making repairs in their apartment, use gypsum cardboard for finishing ceilings and walls. This material is very convenient to install and is great for creating the most unusual shapes.
One of the final stages in the finish of the ceiling from gypsum board is painting . It is very important to choose the right shade, and to qualitatively process the surface. In the article we will share with you tips on how to paint the ceiling from gypsum plasterboard using specialists.
Types of paints
Since the surface of the GCR is fairly smooth and smooth, almost any paint and varnish can be applied to it, in addition to the oil paint, it creates a dense film on the surface, which prevents the GCR from "breathing". So what's the best way to paint the ceiling from plasterboard?
The most environmentally friendly option is water-dispersed or water-based paint. These species do not contain harmful, toxic components, and can not harm a person. The water-dispersed paint has no unpleasant odor and dries quickly. After applying it to the surface of the GCR, it is enough to ventilate the room within a few hours.
Painting the ceiling of gypsum plasterboard with water emulsion allows you to visually increase the height of the ceiling and hide defects on the surface. It also protects the surface from dry wiping. It forms a matte film on the surface of GCR with small pores, which allows to maintain air and vapor permeability. This type of paints is mainly used in children's rooms and bedrooms.
To get the effect of a glossy stretch ceiling , it is better to use enamel. It is easily applied and dries quickly. However, it is toxic and has a low price.
How to paint the ceiling from plasterboard?
To paint, you can use a paint roller with a long pile or a special spray.
Since painting the ceiling from gypsum board starts from the corner, from the window, the roller should move towards the opposite wall. A strip is obtained, 70-100 cm thick, overlapping (10 cm) with the next strip. To paint the corners use a wide brush. It is necessary to make sure that the roller is well impregnated with the coloring composition. To do this, after dipping, wipe it with a special container.
In total, the whole process lasts about 15-20 minutes. Then, the ceiling must dry completely, after which a second coat of paint is applied. If you use imported paint for GCR, it is desirable to apply 2 layers, domestic - 3 layers.