Q. How important is it to repair plaster before repainting? Our ceilings have peeling paint that we’re pretty sure was caused by past water damage. Since the water problem is no longer an issue, can ...

One of life’s greatest missed opportunities is designing a room without considering the ceiling — breaking what designers call the “fifth” wall, either subtly or (gasp!) dramatically. At Apartment ...

A green painted ceiling with a lighting fixture in the kitchen - Eduard Andrica/Getty Images Maintaining painted ceilings in high-humidity areas can feel like fighting an uphill battle, especially ...

Some design elements have always been staples, like stone fireplaces and wooden floors, but one that's remained a constant through every decade is white ceilings. While this choice has almost become ...

Q: My parents have lived in their house for 48 years. The house is about 54 years old. They have always used good-quality paint. About three years ago the ceiling began to peel. When a representative ...

Listing agent: Brant Booker, Jameson Sotheby’s International Realty, 312-867-2270 This three-bedroom, 3½-bath home in One Bennett Park, designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, has 11-foot ceilings ...