Covering Water Stains On Ceiling

Your best option for a base coat to cover water stains on the ceiling is an oil based mold resistant stain blocking primer in a shade closely matching that of the existing ceiling.

Covering water stains on ceiling. You need to cover the stains with primer before painting and drywall primer won t do. Use shellac based stain blocking primer or an equivalent high solids latex primer. Test the ceiling for water damage prior to painting by cutting an x in the center of a stain with a utility knife and applying a piece of duct tape. Mix 1 part bleach with 3 parts warm water.

Start by finding the cause of the leak and repairing the problem to prevent damage in the future. If pieces of the ceiling and not just the. Use a clean sponge or rag and dip it into a mixture of water and bleach. Apply the solution on the ceiling using light and controlled strokes.

Wear protective eye wear as the bleach is a fluid you will need to apply above your head. Dip a sponge in the mixture and standing on a stable stool or stepladder wipe the stain. If your wooden ceiling has a lighter shade you can use a bleach to lighten the dark spots caused by the water stains. Cover the floor with plastic and find a good pair of goggles drips are a fact of life when painting the ceiling.

Use a sponge or rag that s damp with clean water to wipe the bleach mixture on the ceiling in a controlled manner. Rinse with a second sponge dipped in clean water then dry the area with a tea towel. Purchase a spray can of stain blocking primer or sealer. For lighter woods like knotty pine you can use oxalic wood bleach to remove the dark stains caused by water.