10 Simple Steps to Paint Your Bathroom

If you are planning to give your bathroom a fresh look, learning how to paint a bathroom ceiling and walls properly is important. With the right preparation, tools, and paint, repainting bathroom ceiling and walls becomes simple and long-lasting. Follow these 10 easy steps for the best results.

Remove Mould First

Bathrooms often collect mould because of steam and dampness. Clean the mould using a dilute bleach solution or mould remover. Do this a day before painting so the surfaces have time to dry. Always use gloves and eye protection when using chemicals.

Clear Out the Room

Remove everything from the bathroom, including towel rails, toilet roll holders, and other fittings. Keep all screws in a sealed bag so you don’t misplace them. 

Prepare the Surfaces

Scrape away loose or peeling paint.Putty in any holes and after painting sanding the surface smooth. I'd also lightly sand down previously painted woodwork so that new paint will have a good 'key'. Sweep away excess dust and grime. 

Clean Everything

Smear the ceiling and walls Sugar soap or something mild to remove grease and dirt, as well as dust from sanding. Rinse thoroughly with cold water and allow to dry. This helps paint stick!

Protect Your Floors and fittings

Dust sheets for the floor and anything else. Plastic bags for taps and shower heads, tape off tile edges if you are painting and do not want it to go on the tiles. This way you do not have to be messy.

Select the Right Paint and Tools

We painted with Dulux Mouldguard, a specialized paint for bathrooms that is super tough. It resists mould, steam and moisture. You will need a roller for ceilings and walls, and a small brush for cutting in and touch-ups.

Start with the Ceiling

If you’re wondering how to paint a bathroom ceiling, always begin here. Painting the ceiling first avoids drips on finished walls. If using two colours, carefully cut in edges with a brush for a neat finish.

Paint the Walls

After the ceiling, paint the walls from top to bottom. Overlap slightly onto woodwork for clean lines. If painting tiles, use a bathroom tile paint designed to resist mould and water damage.

Finish Off By Painting The Woodwork

Now it's time to paint the woodwork. Let’s start with the window frame, then the window sill, the skirting boards, then the door frame, and door. Paint outwards from the centre of the room, so you don't catch wet paint with your brush, as your hands are going to be busy holding a paint brush.

Put Everything Back

When the paint has cured (read drying times on your can) attached the towel rails and other fittings. Move all your stuff out to the bathroom and enjoy your newly fresh crisp room with a beautifully painted ceiling and walls.