paint vs stain

Should I Paint or Stain My T&G Ceiling? gives the direct field answer instead of the soft version. It explains where people go wrong, what the consequence looks like on the job, and which tools actually help without turning the setup into nonsense. The article walks through the judgment calls, the prep and sequencing that matter, and the tool picks that make sense for this lane. It stays practical, uses plain trade language, gives the reader a clear next move instead of generic home-improvement filler, and keeps the focus on results that still look good after the room is cleaned up.