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To paint, or not to paint...that is the question???

5 years ago

I have a shiplap accent wall and vaulted ceiling in my master bathroom. It is central stage when you walk thru the door. There will be a soaker tub in front. My question is weather or not I should paint, stain or whitewash either or both the wall and/or vaulted ceiling. Please help....

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Virgil Carter Fine Art

5 years ago

If you don't paint it how will you deal with water splashes, dirt, dings along the base and the natural aging of wood over time and in areas of high humidity?

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robin0919
5 years ago
I would leave it as is personally.
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Mark Bischak, Architect
5 years ago
If you like mushrooms and/or things that are high maintenance, leave it as it is.
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Original Author
5 years ago
I could put a waterproof sealant or some type of clear coat on it. My first thought was to paint it the same color as my trim...White Dove, but I just didn’t know if I should paint either or both the wall and vaulted ceiling.
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5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
What does the overall design demand? Surely you planned the whole before you started, and are not just making it up as you go along? That much natural pinkish and rustic wood is a BIG Statement. So is the pattern of that many horizontal lines when painted. If neither major statement supports the design of the whole, or clashes badly, then what? Take it all down?
whaas_5a
5 years ago
It seems a bit overwhelming but it could just be the close-up.

Do you plan to put anything on it?

I would be inclined to paint it white or alternate light color. It seems dark even with all that light spilling in.
dan1888
5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago
You have options to retain the wood look. They are going to change the color by darkening it. I'd try several different finishes on test boards to see how each would look in the space. I'd go a long way not to paint that wood in my space. Oil and wax finishes for wood floors should be adequate for protection. Or another matte wood floor finish.

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