Alba Painting, LLC

Sterling Heights, MI

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How To Paint Your Ceiling

To most homeowners, painting may seem like an easy and fun weekend project. However, when it comes to painting your ceiling, it can be more complicated than expected. Read our tips below on how to paint your ceiling.

First, you will need to remove all furniture, if possible, to avoid damage. Then clean the ceiling of any dirt, bugs, or marks that you may see. If there are cracks or holes, repair them with a spackle. You will also need to remove any fixtures or hardware in your ceiling.
The next step to preparing your room is to place drop sheets and covers along the floor of your room and to cover any larger pieces of furniture that couldn’t be moved with a drop sheet. Then apply painters’ tape around the tops of your walls to protect them from being covered by a new coat of paint. Once it is ready and clean, you can begin to sand out the ceiling to be completely level and prepared to paint.

Now you are ready to start painting! First, you will need to prime and paint over any stains as they will be more challenging to cover. Next, paint the edges where your ceiling meets the wall with a brush and try your best not to get any paint on the walls.
After painting the edges with a brush, it is time to get rolling with a roller. Start in a corner and go back and forth slowly. Low nap brushes are best for smooth ceilings, and if you want a little texture, use a 1/2inch – 3/4inch nap brush. When rolling your ceiling, do not paint over the same spots to avoid overlapping. Once you have completed your first coat, do the same thing again for a second coat, this will ensure there are no spots or blotches that a guest could notice.
Thank you for checking our painting tips this week! Call Alba Painting LLC today if you need professional painting services.

No matter how high or how difficult…

We pride ourselves that no matter how high the ceilings are or how big the room is we always have the solution. Over the years we have been challenged and never walked away from any job. This particular project we have been asked few times if we can do it. Long story short we just finished painting clients 40 thousand square feet business. We love the challenge, even Spider man would be proud to join our team 😉

Another job well done and a super happy client…

We love getting feedback from our customers, especially when they provide the pictures and ask us to post them. We strive for the ultimate satisfaction on each and every project. This particular client was very particular on matching the color he saw. After second try we had a perfect match and rest is history and job well done. Give us a call and we guarantee that no matter the project it will be well done expediently.

What are VOCs?

The team at Alba Painting LLC recognizes that people want a higher air quality for their home’s interior. We specialize in interior painting and create beautiful spaces that are safe to breathe using low or non-VOC paint. 

You may have heard of VOC’s before but are not sure what it means. We are providing this article today to teach you about VOCs and how to prevent them. 

What are VOCs?

VOCs are Volatile Organic Compounds. These compounds vaporize easily at room temperature and turn into gas once evaporated. VOCs are commonly found in gas, perfume, wood, cleaning products, and paint. These compounds can have harmful effects on your health depending on how much is inhaled and how intense your exposure is. 

Are all VOCs dangerous?

Many different sources emit VOCs; however, not all of them are harmful. Some sources are natural such as plants and animals, whereas the harmful sources are new cars, paints, cleaning products, computers, and more. If consumed in excessive amounts, these compounds can have serious health effects such as nausea, dizziness, headaches, and difficulty concentrating. If you follow the list below, you should be able to avoid these compounds. 

How to prevent VOCs.

  • Identify the source of the smell. If you have a good smell, check out some of the items in your home that give out a smell and identify them. An air quality testing professional can check your home if you are uncomfortable doing this. 
  • Choose VOC-free products. When you choose air fresheners, candles, perfumes, and cleaning products, go natural and organic to avoid products with VOCs.
  • Go natural. Choose an organic material for your shower curtain and furniture when you are shopping. Going natural can reduce VOCs and allow for a cleaner breathing environment. 
  • Proper ventilation of your living spaces. It is essential to keep proper ventilation in your home. Keeping a few windows open or running the fan will allow for more airflow and rid your home of any VOCs. 
  • Consider an air purifier. If you want the cleanest air possible, an air purifier is the best way to go. This can recycle your air and keep it clean for everyone to enjoy.
  • Clean more frequently. Instead of dusting and vacuuming every once in a while, we recommend doing it every two weeks.
  • Use low or non-VOC paints. One effortless way to reduce the number of VOCs in your home is to use low or non-VOC paint. 

Contact Alba Painting LLC to have your home painted with low or non-VOC paint!

If you are interested in using a low or non-VOC paint option, contact Alba Painting LLC. We can provide your home with the colors you want and keep the VOC levels low while doing so.