Dark spots on an acoustical ceiling typically are the result of water leaks coming from the roof or upstairs plumbing. Stains also occur from any object that accidentally bumps the ceiling, however. While covering dark ceiling spots typically requires only a special primer, acoustical ceiling repair requires additional steps. In particular, after covering the stain, you must match the texture's appearance to that of the surrounding ceiling. Luckily, acoustical ceiling spray is available at any hardware store.
Instructions
1. Lay drop cloths over the floor directly under the acoustical ceiling stain to prevent paint drips from damaging it. Place a ladder under the ceiling stain in an area where you can reach it comfortably.
2. Examine the to see if it is flaking off. If so, put on safety glasses and a dust mask and scrape off any damaged area using a putty knife.
3. Open a can of stain sealing primer and stir it up using a paint stirrer. Insert a paint brush into the primer and drag it across the can edge to remove the excess.
4. Brush the primer onto the stained area of the acoustical ceiling, extending the primer out 2 to 3 inches beyond the stain. Depending on how deep the stipples are in the ceiling texture, you may need to dab the bottom of the bristles against the stain instead of using traditional brush strokes.
5. Wait until the primer dries completely and apply a second coat in the exact same manner.
6. Look at the repaired area to determine if the acoustical texture is missing or damaged. If so, hang a tarp around the repaired area by inserting push pins into the ceiling and creating a square shape.
7. Open a can of ceiling texture and shake it up. Insert the can inside the tarp and spray it onto the ceiling until the texture matches the .
8. Wait until the texture dries and remove the tarp from the ceiling. Spot paint the ceiling texture using a paint brush and a paint color that matches the .
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