Unique Textured Ceiling Designs
Coffered textured ceiling designs can add character to a room. Textures can be classy, informal, or rustic looking, depending on what type they are. One reason to add a textured ceiling design might be to cover holes, cracks or other blemishes that have cropped up over the years. If you are remodeling your home, adding a textured design can be as easy as choosing a textured paint, applying it with a roller, and then using a brush or trowel to manipulate the texture. You can also use drywall “mud” to create textures. Whichever medium you use, adding textured ceiling designs will showcase your artistic side.
Types of Textured Paint
Hardware stores sell texture packets that are meant to be mixed with regular paint. This will create a textured pattern that can easily be applied to your ceiling. However, these packets will not work with all types of paint, so you’ve got to check your paint to make sure it’s okay to use. Hardware stores also sell paint that is already textured, however these are usually made for patio furniture, not ceilings.
Types of Textured Ceiling Designs:
Roller – This gives a very heavy look to your ceiling. You apply the texture with a paintbrush, and then use a roller to go over it.
Combed – This will give your ceiling an elegant look. Apply the texturing material, and then use a trowel to make a swirling pattern.
Trowel On – You’re ceiling will look like it’s plaster if you use this technique. Rather than painting on the texturing material, you apply it with a trowel. Results will vary depending on the type of texturing material used.
Knock Down – You’ll end up with an almost haphazard look with this technique. Apply the texturing material with a special spray gun, and then use a trowel to bring down and accentuate peaks in the material.
Things to Consider
Before applying any textured paint, dust and clean the ceiling. If there are any areas with damaged or chipping paint, go ahead and reapply a matching paint color to those areas before doing anything with the textured paint.
You should consider the size of your room when deciding on what textured design to use. Small rooms can often be made to feel crowded if a busy design is on the ceilings. The opposite is true of large rooms, which can be made to feel more expansive with the right design.
The texture will affect the amount of light absorbed by your ceiling, which can give a room a darker or lighter feel. For example, rough textures will trap more light, which can make a room feel gloomy. A smooth texture will tend to reflect more light, thus brightening the room. If a room is in an area that already doesn’t get much light (such as the basement), it’s probably better not to have a rough textured ceiling. There are many textured ceiling designs to choose from. To know what’s right for you, pay attention to ceiling textures when you go into other buildings. Observe what works for large, small, dark, and bright rooms, and you should have a good idea of what to do with your own room.
