What does paint the ceiling mean?

A painted ceiling is a ceiling covered with an artistic mural or painting. They are usually decorated with fresco painting, mosaic tiles and other surface treatments.
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What does it mean to paint a ceiling?

From the (very remote) possibility of the ejaculate hitting the ceiling. I'm going home and painting the ceiling tonight.
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What does it mean to paint the ceiling red?

The expression is American slang meaning to go on a reckless debauch, to be wildly extravagant. Originally, the metaphor applied to bonfires painting the sky or scenery red. An old Irish ballad contains the lines: The beacon hills were painted red/ With many a fire that night.
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Why do people paint their ceiling?

Makes Your Space Feel Larger

One of the main reasons people decide to paint their ceilings has to do with the size of the room. There are tons of tips and tricks to make a small room feel larger, and painting the ceiling is one of them.
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What is ceiling in slang?

Ceiling is a term that refers to a player's upside, otherwise known as the level a player can perform at when playing his best. It is commonly used in fantasy sports, such as football, baseball, or basketball.
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What does I hit the ceiling mean?

to become very angry. The sellers hit the ceiling when they heard the low offer on the house.
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What does look at the ceiling mean?

1. Very intensely, without blinking or looking away. Perhaps to express interest or because you are shocked or surprised and literally can't take your eyes off the object you state at.
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Are you supposed to paint the ceiling?

"I have been considering it the fifth wall for some time," says colorist and interiors consultant Martin Kesselman, who says that a ceiling should always be painted.
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Why do people always paint their ceilings white?

Homeowners and designers favor white as a ceiling color because: White Reflects Light: The ceiling reflects light as much, or more than the other four walls. Changing the color of your ceiling can greatly affect the amount of light in the room.
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Why don't you paint the ceiling?

“It is a common misconception that painting a ceiling white will make it disappear. But when there is too stark of a contrast between the ceiling and the wall color, it can actually be distracting and unflattering.”
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What does it mean to paint the town pink?

Paint the Town Pink is an annual campaign to raise funds for breast cancer and other cancer research at The Hormel Institute. Paint the Town Pink allows researchers to further their research as well as fostering a greater connection with the community of Austin and communities throughout the region.
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What does paint the town white mean?

Sl. to go out and celebrate; to go on a drinking bout; to get drunk. I feel like celebrating my promotion. Let's go out and paint the town. They were out painting the town red last night. See also: paint, town.
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What does paint the town blue mean?

That's what makes sense: to paint the town blue would mean to be in a mournful or morose mood, possibly out in public.
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When should you paint the ceiling?

If you're giving your entire room a facelift, always paint the ceiling first. Ceiling paint can age over time and give your room a yellow cast. Sometimes painting a ceiling is one of the best things you can do to improve a room, especially if it's been ignored for decades.
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What does painting the ceiling do to a room?

Paint color can help bring the ceiling down, fooling the eye into thinking the room is smaller and more intimate. Medium to dark and rich, deep colors such as chocolate brown on the ceiling can warm up the space and make it feel cozy instead of impersonal.
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How often do you need to paint ceilings?

Normally painted white, ceilings start to appear discolored from dust, sun exposure, and moisture. In comparison to a wall, it takes time for the paint on the ceiling to yellow or dull. You should repaint your ceilings at least every ten years, but it's a good idea to repaint them any time you repaint your walls.
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What is the most popular ceiling color?

White ceiling paint is the most popular choice for homes, but no color is off-limits. Colored ceilings are a great way to change the shape and mood of a room. White ceiling paint: Ceilings are most often painted white to reflect light and brighten up a room.
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What color makes ceiling look higher?

The lightest and whitest colors work best at making a low ceiling appear taller. A bright white or a slightly gray white color are the optimal ceiling colors. Avoid using a color in a different hue on the ceiling if possible, as it will appear darker on the ceiling and not reflect as much light.
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What does a white ceiling do to a room?

A white ceiling will have similar effects to a ceiling painted lighter than your walls; it will allow your ceiling to disappear from focus and bring either your decor or your walls to center stage. A white ceiling will reflect the most amount of light and can help tie together other contrasting elements of your room.
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Why do you paint the ceiling first?

The ceiling should always be painted first. This allows you to effectively cover the surface with at least two coats while not having to worry about any over-spray (the effect of excess paint being sprayed onto the walls) by the roller.
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Do I need to paint my ceiling when painting the walls?

Always use ceiling paint as opposed to wall paint. Consider the color options. Standard white ceiling paint will brighten a room, but a colored ceiling may make the room seem bigger. Mildew and water stains will bleed through even the best paint, so it may be necessary to use a stain-blocking primer before painting.
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Why is it called a ceiling?

Etymology 1

From Middle English celing (“paneling; (bed) cover or hanging”), from celen (“to cover or panel walls”) (from Old French celer (“to conceal”)) + -ing (gerund-forming suffix).
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Is it in the ceiling or on the ceiling?

A lamp mounted "on the ceiling", is to me one attached to the ceiling and protruding from it (or hanging down). A lamp mounted "in the ceiling" is recessed into the ceiling, so that it does not protrude.
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What is your ceiling?

1a : the overhead inside lining of a room The room has a high ceiling. b : material used to ceil a wall or roof of a room. 2 : something thought of as an overhanging shelter or a lofty canopy a ceiling of stars.
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