Paintable Drop Ceiling Tiles

Measure your space and then head to your paint store.

Paintable drop ceiling tiles. Use a semi gloss latex or oil paint on most ceilings though in a home theater use a flat paint to avoid distracting reflections. Ask the sales associate about the type of paint that works best for suspended ceiling tiles. Use spray paint to repaint the grid. It s possible to paint ceiling tiles with a roller but often the paint goes.

Armstrong ceilings even has plastic tiles for those in love with custom coffered style ceilings. Spray painting ceiling tiles may affect their acoustical qualities. Let the paint dry and apply a second coat if the coverage seems uneven. No matter which selection you make all suspension systems allow easy access to pipes ducts and wiring.

Tin ceiling tiles may just need a fresh color or. Use only a thin coat of paint to cover soiled tiles. What was once a cover up for ugliness becomes an eyesore in its own right. As for color drop ceiling tiles come in classic whites and blacks.

Drop ceiling tiles also require less clean up after installation. Drop ceilings are an easy solution to ugly pipes wiring and other ceiling issues but aging ceiling tiles can become discolored and stained. Paint the outside edge of the grid with a brush and then spray or roll the rest of the ceiling. In order to paint suspended ceiling tiles in place you need a paint roller with an extension rod.

However replacing a roomful of ceiling tiles can be quite an investment. Choose from smooth textured random fissured or vintage tin styles. Many are paintable to adapt to any decor.