How to Paint a Vaulted Ceiling With a Balcony

Painting is tough work, especially when you have to paint a vaulted ceiling on a balcony. The key to painting a vaulted ceiling, or any surface for that matter, is to have the correct equipment to complete the job. In this case, this includes a roller extension and a ladder. Another key to painting a vaulted ceiling is to prep the area so paint does not get on furniture or flooring.

Things You'll Need

• Roller extension
• Ladder
• Tape
• Drop cloths
• Paint tray
• Goggles

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Instructions

1. • 1

     Remove all of the furniture on the balcony and cover the floor with drop cloths. Tape off any of the edges.

   • 2

     Place your ladder in the middle of the space.

   • 3

     Attach your roller extension to your roller. Put your paint in the tray and roll your roller in the paint. Climb your ladder, if you need one, and start making even, long strokes against the ceiling. Make even strokes throughout the ceiling, working your way to all of the edges of the ceiling.