Keeping walls and ceiling the same light paint color make attic bedrooms look larger.
Attic painted white.
In a large 8700 sq.
A painted attic usually indicates that the building has been damaged by fire.
Mix up 1 part water to 2 parts paint.
However wood that has been painted white may indicate that any damage from smoke and fire was covered up.
In this case the kitchen is on the first floor and the attic is above the third floor.
Now i was told this home had a prior kitchen fire and i know sometimes painting areas not normally painted is done to eliminate odors like the charred smell from a fire.
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Wipe off with a paper towel or rag in the direction of the wood grain.
After a roof fire replacement of damaged components is the standard repair.
For a more colorful look try pastel shades.
Ft 12year old home the entire unfinished attic trusses and sheathing was painted white.
A few people will paint their attic white just because they think it looks better or think that it makes the attic look brighter when the attic lights are on while putting holiday storage boxes in the attic.
Brush don t roll the white paint with water on in the direction of the wood grain.
Painting wood helps to eliminate the smell.
Is white the best paint color.
Attic fire and or smoke evidence.
Paneling placed vertically will heighten the room making it appear taller.
This is a great idea if the bedroom is in a narrow attic space.
Attics may be painted white to cover over evidence of a fire in the attic or home.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 if desired.
Flat white latex paint is best we used budget ceiling paint from our local hardware store.
Black scorched and sooty wood is a sure sign the property was burned in the past.
Sep 26 2016 explore kathy stringam s board attic paint ideas on pinterest.