Ceiling Painting

You want to start by Clearing the Room where you will be painting your ceilings.
Remove furniture, decorations, and any items that may be in the way of your ceiling painting project.
This will create more space to work and protect your belongings from potential paint splatter.. 

if no space is available outside of the room for temporary storage, then you can  move  half of the rooms items to one side and paint the empty ceiling side, and then move your items back over to the painted side and repeat the painting ceiling process. 

Step 2: Cover the Floor
Lay down painter's plastic sheets or drop cloths to cover the entire floor area of the living room. Use painter's tape to secure the edges of the plastic to the baseboards or floor to keep it in place.

Step 3: Protect Furniture and Fixtures
If you have any remaining furniture or fixtures in the room that you couldn't remove, cover them with plastic sheets or use painter's plastic to create a barrier around them. Secure the plastic with painter's tape.

Step 4: Cover Walls and Trim
To protect the walls and trim from paint splatter, apply painter's plastic along the baseboards and use painter's tape to secure it in place. Extend the plastic up the walls to a height that reaches just below the ceiling.

Step 5: Prep the Ceiling
Before painting the ceiling, make sure it's clean and free of dust or debris. If necessary, use a duster or a damp cloth to wipe down the ceiling surface.

Step 6: Begin Painting
With the room properly protected, you can now start painting the ceilings. Use a ladder to reach high areas if needed, and be sure to follow proper painting techniques to achieve a smooth and even finish.

Step 7: Allow to Dry
Once you've completed painting the ceilings, allow the paint to dry completely before removing the painter's plastic and tape.

Step 8: Cleanup
Carefully remove the painter's plastic and drop cloths, and dispose of any paint-soiled materials appropriately. Be cautious when removing painter's tape to avoid damaging the walls or trim.

By following these steps and using painter's plastic and tape, you can protect the interior of your living room and ensure a clean and successful ceiling painting project.