A painted attic usually indicates that the building has been damaged by fire.
Attic painted white.
Mix up 1 part water to 2 parts paint.
Is white the best paint color.
Attics may be painted white to cover over evidence of a fire in the attic or home.
This is a great idea if the bedroom is in a narrow attic space.
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Repeat steps 3 and 4 if desired.
Ft 12year old home the entire unfinished attic trusses and sheathing was painted white.
Black scorched and sooty wood is a sure sign the property was burned in the past.
Wipe off with a paper towel or rag in the direction of the wood grain.
After a roof fire replacement of damaged components is the standard repair.
When placed horizontally paneling can elongate or widen a room.
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.
Attic inspections aren t usually foremost on a homebuyer s mind.
Paneling placed vertically will heighten the room making it appear taller.
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.
Flat white latex paint is best we used budget ceiling paint from our local hardware store.
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.
Painting wood helps to eliminate the smell.
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However wood that has been painted white may indicate that any damage from smoke and fire was covered up.
In this case the kitchen is on the first floor and the attic is above the third floor.
Attic fire and or smoke evidence.
For a more colorful look try pastel shades.