How to paint a ceiling tile from a foam plastic?

Ceiling tile made of foam plastic is a budget solution for any room. A large number of different models, shades and textures allows each person to choose the best option. And the service life of such a material is quite large. However, over time, its appearance becomes worse and loses its original shine. In this case, painting is necessary. How to paint a ceiling tile from a foam plastic?

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In what cases is the foam tile painted?

Use of polystyrene painting:

• If the foam ceiling is made in the kitchen, the grease stains and condensation from cooking will to a lesser extent stick to the ceiling.
• The painted foam plastic ceiling in the bathroom will protect the surface from constant exposure to moisture and fungus.
• After passing some time the foam shows a yellowish shade - this is a feature of the material. So, if you have a blue ceiling, it will also turn yellow, and the painting will give a new look to the coating.

Important! The main feature of painting ceiling tiles from foam is a large selection of shades and colors, in which you can paint the surface.

When choosing a paint with a water repellent effect, it will be easy to wash all kinds of dirt and dust in the future.

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Types of paints for tiles made of foam

The durability of the coating depends on the material that you choose.

Selection criteria

For painting ceiling tiles from foam it is worth giving preference to such facilities that are characterized by:

• moisture-repellent constituents;
• excellent strength;
• density and resistance to detergents.

In doing so, it:

• should not change its hue when exposed to direct sunlight;
• should perfectly stick to the surface and fit into the interior of the room.

What colors are suitable and which colors are not?

Many people have a question, than to paint a ceiling tile from polystyrene. It is worth noting that not all colors are suitable for this procedure. So:

• All substances that contain acetone, alkyd composition and oil are not suitable for porous material. They do not have high strength, they can damage the main surface.
• Water-dispersion paints are best suited for surface finishing of foam. They include acrylic and water-emulsion components.

Advantages of water-based paints:

• are non-toxic;
• are hygienic;
• are safe for health;
• dries quickly;
• paints are easy to apply;
• have a small degree of gloss;
• flawless density;
• low price category;
• large selection of shades;
• excellent vapor permeability;
• are fireproof;
• are resistant to various bacteria.

Important! Despite the large number of advantages of water-based paint, it is not suitable for rooms with high humidity. This means you can not paint the surface in several layers, as the paint can exfoliate. Advantages of acrylic paint:

• moisture resistance;
• resistance to direct sunlight and temperature increase;
• high strength;
• impeccable elasticity;
• rich color palette, including bright shades;
• is ecological and hypoallergenic;
• is safe for health;
• dries quickly and is easily applied to all surfaces.

Important! Acrylic paint has its drawbacks - it is overpriced, bad steam consumption, when applied with a large layer, it can peel off.

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Preparing for the staining of the foam plates

For painting the ceiling tiles from foam, you will need:

• staircase or stepladder;
• paint container;
• overalls and glasses:
• brushes of various sizes;
• roller for paint;
• great mood.

Before you begin:

• It is necessary, if possible, to take out all the furniture from the room in which you will paint the ceiling.
• Those interior items that can not be taken out, must be carefully covered with a film or at least a large piece of cloth.
• Walls and floors are also recommended to protect against possible paint ingress on it.
• You have to wear overalls for yourself. For this purpose, things that you do not wear and you do not mind getting them dirty will do.

Important! If you want the paint on the foam plates to lie flat, then you need to seal the seams between the elements of the coating with ordinary gypsum plaster. As a result, the seams will be smooth, neat, and at the end of the work the result will please you.

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We paint foam plates with acrylic paint:

1. Use a vacuum cleaner to clean the ceiling from dust and dirt.
2. Putty the seams between the plates.
3. Allow to dry the coating.
4. It is recommended to coat the surface with an acrylic primer before applying the paint.
5. Pour the acrylic solution into the tray or other paint container.
6. Check for consistency and match the desired shade.
7. Try painting a small area of ​​foam with paint. If you are satisfied with the shade, then you can start painting the entire surface.
8. Armed with a special roller, paint the ceiling. To paint is in one direction, then the shade will be uniform.
9. For hard-to-reach places it is necessary to use an ordinary paint brush.
10. After complete coating of the surface, allow to dry the paint.
11. Coat the second layer.

Important! If you purchased foam plates with a lot of monograms, textured surfaces and other relief patterns, then it's best to use a spray gun for painting. It will evenly apply a coloring pigment and the work will be performed in the best possible way.

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We paint the ceiling with water-based paint:

1. Use the paintbrush to paint the joints of the ceiling joint with the wall. This is necessary so that when painting with a roller, you do not stain the wall. On the brush should not be a lot of paint.
2. Water emulsion paint is applied three times. Every time you need to wait until the previous layer dries. Staining starts from the window to the left.
3. To remove paint residues, a semi-dry roller must be walked on the surface.
4. Each layer must be applied perpendicular to the direction over which the previous layer was applied.

Important! For the application of a subsequent layer, the previous one must dry completely. In order for the water-based paint to dry, it is worth waiting 8-10 hours. During drying, do not expose the sunlight to foam.

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Stealth stains

When deciding on what to paint a ceiling tile made of foam, it is worth paying attention not only to the main material and the surface, but also to know some trick stains:

• The paint must be applied to the blister surface with a very thin layer.
• The spray gun flawlessly stains the foam. Therefore, if possible, it is better to use this apparatus for staining.
• When painting the ceiling with a roller, do not roll it against the wall. Otherwise - you will have a footprint on the wallpaper.
• To check the quality and the coloring layer, it is necessary to direct the light( table lamp) to the ceiling and carefully consider the coating from different angles.
• When drying, do not create a draft or open the door to the room.

Painting ceiling tiles from foam plastic is a budget repair solution in any part of the house. With such a coating, you can create an interesting interior or make accents, zoning the room in a way that suits you.