Do You Need to Retexture Ceilings?

Uniformity

• Retexture your repaired or treated ceilings if the ceiling in adjoining rooms has texture. Texturing all of your ceilings with the same pattern allows for uniformity throughout the space. Use the same paint color -- generally flat white -- on all ceilings to increase the visual transition from one room to the next.

Glare Reduction

• If you want a living space that has minimal ceiling glare and fewer noticeable shadows, retexture your repaired ceilings. A textured ceiling diffuses light and makes the surface less reflective. Avoid semi-gloss or glossy ceiling-paint finishes that increase the amount of shine, glare and reflection in a room.

Camouflage

• Ceiling drywall usually has small flaws, tiny indentations and slight color variations. You can sometimes see the faded outline of the support beams behind a ceiling once it is installed. Retexturing a ceiling helps camouflage these unsightly details and gives the ceiling a cohesive appearance.

Concealer

• The ceiling over arched entryways, vaulted ceilings and cathedral ceilings can appear uneven without retexturing. Non-textured ceilings often reveal areas that are slightly asymmetrical. Opt for retexturing if you want to hide irregular areas and add harmony to the architectural features of your ceiling design. The patterned swirling composition hides the imperfections in difficult transitional areas.