Stencil a Fun Pattern on Your Ceiling

Stencils give you the drama of wallpaper with the freedom of paint to work in any room, without the risk of peeling and mold.

We picked this Moroccan tile stencil from Cutting Edge Stencils and chose a gray and blue color palette.

For this project you'll need a stencil; a stippling brush; 2-inch dense foam rollers; spray adhesive; painter's tape; a paint tray or plastic plate; a piece of cardboard or paper for sample board; paper towels; large zip-top bags; small plastic containers for paint; and latex paint.

It’s a good idea to practice your stenciling technique on paper or a sample board, like a piece of cardboard, rather than moving straight to painting your ceiling. Getting your stencil technique down first will save you time and frustration in the long run. You can try out color combinations for your stencil pattern, too. After your stencil test run, map out the design by making pencil marks where each stencil pattern will be positioned.