Wipe off with a paper towel or rag in the direction of the wood grain.
Attic painted white.
In this case the kitchen is on the first floor and the attic is above the third floor.
Now i was told this home had a prior kitchen fire and i know sometimes painting areas not normally painted is done to eliminate odors like the charred smell from a fire.
Painting wood helps to eliminate the smell.
Ft 12year old home the entire unfinished attic trusses and sheathing was painted white.
When placed horizontally paneling can elongate or widen a room.
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A few people will paint their attic white just because they think it looks better or think that it makes the attic look brighter when the attic lights are on while putting holiday storage boxes in the attic.
This is a great idea if the bedroom is in a narrow attic space.
In a large 8700 sq.
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Paneling placed vertically will heighten the room making it appear taller.
For a more colorful look try pastel shades.
Attic inspections aren t usually foremost on a homebuyer s mind.
Keeping walls and ceiling the same light paint color make attic bedrooms look larger.
Mix up 1 part water to 2 parts paint.
White is an ideal option because it ll give your attic a bright airy feel but a cream or beige shade works well if you don t want too stark a look.
However wood that has been painted white may indicate that any damage from smoke and fire was covered up.
A painted attic usually indicates that the building has been damaged by fire.
Repeat steps 3 and 4 if desired.
Brush don t roll the white paint with water on in the direction of the wood grain.
Is white the best paint color.
Attics may be painted white to cover over evidence of a fire in the attic or home.
Attic fire and or smoke evidence.