Can Armstrong ceilings be painted?
Fiberglass panels should not be painted. All other Armstrong mineral fiber ceiling tiles, panels, planks, and even grid can be painted any color or to mimic any metal – bronze, tin, gold, or copper. Latex or water-based paints are recommended 1. Install the ceiling material. Tiles and planks may be installed before or after painting. 2. Using a paint roller with a 1/4″ nap, apply two coats of paint, waiting 24 hours between coats. 3. To achieve the look of green patina that develops on copper with age, use a small natural sponge to apply a stippling of dark green paint followed 24 hours later by a stippling of light green paint. Vary the placement of the paint and texture of the sponge to create an authentic look. Note– For best results on 2′ x 2′ or 2′ x 4′ panels: If using a water – based paint, also paint the back side of the panels with one coat of paint and let dry before installing to prevent cupping. Painting Precaution: Armstrong cannot guarantee that the published surface bur
