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Category: Building-Remodeling - Topic: Change Your Home By Filling Cracks

Covering cracks in your ceiling will greatly improve the look and feel of your home. The best paint to hide cracks in your walls are textured paints. Textures (like popcorn or sand) are good cost effective choices. If you're a do it yourself beginner working with textures may be difficult as they can be applied differently than a regular latex paint.

One key to working with textures is using the correct equipment. Make sure you check with your local hardware store to ensure you’re using the correct rollers. Many paint professionals with use a loop or nap roller to apply texture. Textured paint does come in a variety of colors and should also be primed with a high quality primer before the job is started. If possible, try and hire a painting professional for a textured job. They’ll make sure the consistency and paint weight throughout your ceiling is correct.

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