Ceiling Paint

Ceiling paint: The ideal paint for your ceiling

When painting a room, a lot of attention is often given to the walls, while the ceiling gets overlooked. However, it’s just as important to refresh your ceiling with a fresh coat of paint to revitalise the entire room. Ceiling paint is the perfect choice for this task. It’s specially designed to be applied on smooth plasterwork and absorbent (spack) ceilings. This type of paint has the advantage of reducing streaks and spattering, making it much easier to paint your ceiling.

But which ceiling paint is the best choice? There are several factors to keep in mind when choosing the best ceiling paint. Firstly, excellent coverage is essential for a great result. Choose a paint that offers full coverage in just one coat, saving you time and effort. High-quality ceiling paints contain more pigment and binder, giving them better coverage and a longer lifespan. You should also look for the best price-to-quality ratio. A high-quality ceiling paint from a top brand not only provides excellent coverage but is also great value for money. Painting the ceiling can be a tricky job, so it’s worth investing in a ceiling paint that is easy to apply. Simply put, ceiling paint is the ideal choice for painting your ceiling. Opt for a high-quality paint with great coverage and a good price-to-quality balance to ensure your ceiling stays fresh and professional-looking for years.

White ceiling paint

White ceiling paint is the most popular choice, keeping it simple with standard white. There’s a reason for this: you’ll want to create a spacious effect in your home. Achieve this by painting the ceiling in the brightest white shade to contrast with the walls. Always order your ceiling paint in white!

Ceiling paint without streaks

Of course, you’ll want ceiling paint that doesn’t leave streaks or marks. Always choose a ceiling paint with a drying retarder, which is usually a standard ingredient. We also sell this as a separate product so you can transform any wall paint into ceiling paint.

Tip from the Painter

Measure ahead how many square metres you need to paint. Calculate this by multiplying the length by the width. Every ceiling paint covers about 7.5 m² per litre. With 10 litres of ceiling paint, you can cover approximately 75 square metres. Always check if the surface is absorbent and whether you need primer.

Properties of ceiling paint

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When painting a ceiling, we recommend always using a product specifically designed for this purpose. Ceiling paint has essential properties for optimal results. Painting your ceiling with a dedicated ceiling paint ensures the best finish. 

• Excellent coverage
• Slow drying time
• Ultra-matt finish
• Extra white

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Properties of standard wall paint

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A standard wall paint is usually not suitable for ceilings. However, some products can be used for both walls and ceilings. For this, high coverage combined with slow drying time is crucial.  

• Insufficient coverage
• Dries too quickly
• Less matt
• Not 100% white

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Advice from the professional

To refresh a ceiling, we always recommend using ceiling paint. This prevents unsightly marks and streaks. Some standard wall paints work well for both ceilings and walls, so seek advice when selecting your product. For new ceilings, always start with a primer to reduce absorbency.

What types of ceiling paint are there?

There are various types of ceiling paints, ranging from primers to topcoats, and available in different scrub resistance and coverage levels. Below we list the available ceiling paint types you can purchase from Verfmenger.

Primer/undercoat: Primer for ceiling paint, also called undercoat, is a thinner type of wall paint that acts as a base layer. This prevents your more expensive paint from soaking into the surface or being absorbed by a porous wall. Always use a primer on freshly plastered walls, as they are highly absorbent.

Ceiling paint: Ceiling paint is designed specifically for finishing ceilings. These paints are always water-based (acrylic) and can be applied directly over primer or even wallpaper.

What is the best ceiling paint?

The best ceiling paint depends on your individual needs and preferences. While some prioritise coverage, others focus on achieving the highest yield. Simply put, there is no one-size-fits-all answer. However, everyone agrees that the best ceiling paint contains high-quality ingredients to deliver excellent results.

What ceiling paint brands are available?

Relius: Relius is relatively unknown among homeowners in the UK as it’s mainly used by professional painters. However, it stands out in the wall paint category. Relius paints suit all surfaces, from bathrooms to garages, and feature class 1 coverage and scrub resistance.

Sikkens: Sikkens is highly regarded among professional decorators for its quality finishes. The Sikkens Alphacryl Plafond is specifically designed for ceilings and ensures streak-free coverage.

Sigma: Sigma paints are well-known in the painting industry for their high-quality products. The Sigmapearl Plafond is an exceptionally matt interior wall and ceiling paint designed for seamless results.

Pastolex: Pastolex offers excellent value-for-money ceiling paints. One great option is the Pastolex Spacklatex, designed for ceilings due to its slow drying time, which eliminates streaking.

VP: VP or Verfmenger Prof is our in-house brand created with leading manufacturers. These paints offer class 1 coverage and are budget-friendly while maintaining premium quality.

What ceiling paint colours can I order?

Ceiling paint is available from a range of producers and can be mixed into any colour of your choice.

Do you also offer textured ceiling paint?

Ceiling paint with texture, also known as structure paint, can be used on ceilings and walls alike. It gives a lovely texture to enhance the character of your surface.

Top 10 Ceiling Paints

Finding the right paint for your ceiling can be a challenge with so many options available. Our team of experts has created a Top 10 list of ceiling paints to simplify the decision-making process. These recommendations cover paints that ensure streak-free drying and excellent coverage.

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The following ceiling paints are bestsellers at Verfmenger:

• 1. Sikkens Alphacryl Plafond
• 2. Relius R1 Pro
• 3. Pastolex Spacklatex
• 4. Relius Spac Finish
• 5. Sigma Pearl Plafond

Need help deciding which paint to use for your project? Contact our customer service at 058-2152530, email [email protected], or visit our customer service page.