To Paint Ceilings White OR To Not Paint Ceilings White -- that is the question. Like or Dislike?!
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Painting the ceiling dark will bring it down, so if you have a high ceiling and narrow walls - it's a good idea, but if you have a large room and already have a low ceiling then use White to lift it. Hope that helps.