Weather Damage? Here’s How to Seal Water Stains On a Ceiling
Step one: Remove the source of the moisture
Step two: Check the ceiling to make sure it is in sound condition
Step three: Wait for the ceiling to thoroughly dry
Step four: Remove any mildew with a mild bleach and water solution
Step five: Scrape and sand any loose paint until problem area has a smooth finish
Step six: Coat with a stain killing primer such as Insl-X Seal Lock or Insl-X-Prime Lock
Step seven: Paint with a coat of Benjamin Moore Ceiling paint
Step eight: Paint the entire ceiling for a more uniform finish
Step nine: Paint a second coat for the best overall appearance.
Step ten: Send us a picture of your finished ceiling job and we will post it on one of our social sites!
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