Features

Valspar Interior Latex Color Changing Ceiling Paint makes painting ceilings easy. Never miss an area again! This ceiling paint applies as a light purple color to easily indicate painted areas, yet dries to a white, non-glare finish. The matte flat sheen minimizes surface imperfections and gives a smooth, even finish to all ceiling surfaces including acoustical tiles!

Coverage

One gallon covers up to 400 sq. ft. (37.2 m²) depending upon surface porosity. Coverage will be significantly less on rough, textured surfaces or acoustical tile. Thin only for spray application with up to 8 oz. of water per gallon of paint.

Where to Use

Properly prepared durable textured or plain interior ceiling surfaces, including previously painted and primed plaster, wallboard, sheetrock and acoustical tile. See surface preparation for "blown-on" soft-fibered ceiling surfaces.

Painting Instructions and Tips

Click on the product information sheet at the top of the page for tips and video to assist you in getting the most from your interior paint job. Or you can select Painting Walls and Ceilings for essential material check list and video to complete a great paint job.

Preparing the Surface

Clean and dry the surface thoroughly removing all dirt, dust, rust, grease and wax. Scrape off loose paint and wallpaper. Remove glue, shellac and sizing. Plaster cracks and spot prime. Dull glossy surfaces with gloss remover or sandpaper. Remove chalky residue and prime unpainted plaster or wallboard with a high hiding wall primer. Use a latex or oil stain blocking primer to seal water stained areas or stains from smoking. Acoustical Tile: Vacuum or dust tiles to remove embedded dust. If the desired result is improving tile appearance as well as maintaining the sound absorbing qualities of the tile, do not use a primer. Apply ceiling paint directly to the tiles. Two or more coats will probably be needed to achieve an even finish. When painting vinyl-coated tiles, test an area to ensure adhesion. Do not attempt to fill or clog acoustical perforations. "Blown-on" Soft-Fibered Ceilings: Caution! All water-based paints will loosen or deteriorate a "blown-on" soft-fibered ceiling surface and make for a difficult repair. If you are not sure about your ceiling texture type, apply a small test area in a closet or other hidden spot. If deterioration occurs and if painting is necessary, priming with an oil-based primer may help minimize the deterioration. Use an interior oil-based primer. Do not use a latex primer.

Application

To ensure uniform color, intermix all containers of the same color. Stir the paint thoroughly before and during use. Use a premium quality roller or polyester brush. Paint the ceiling, rolling from dry area into wet using firm, crisscross strokes. Finish with long, even strokes in one direction. At first, the paint will be a light purple color allowing you to see where you have painted and if any areas need additional paint. This purple will disappear as the paint dries, being replaced by the customary white color.

Dry Time

Dries to the touch in 30 minutes, longer in high humidity or cool temperatures. Paint only when surface and air temperatures are 50-90°F (10-32°F) during application and drying time. Allow to dry 4 hours before recoating.

WARNING!

If you scrape, sand or remove old paint, you may release lead dust. LEAD IS TOXIC. EXPOSURE TO LEAD DUST CAN CAUSE SERIOUS ILLNESS, SUCH AS BRAIN DAMAGE, ESPECIALLY IN CHILDREN. PREGNANT WOMEN SHOULD ALSO AVOID EXPOSURE. Wear a NIOSH-approved respirator to control lead exposure. Clean up carefully with a HEPA vacuum and a wet mop. Before you start, find out how to protect yourself and your family by contacting the National Lead Information Hotline at 1-800-424-LEAD or log on to www.epa.gov/lead.