Easy Steps to Applying Texture on Your Drywall
We have to admit that we spend a lot of money
decorating our homes. In fact, some people even hire interior
decorators just to get a more desirable interior. And, when it comes
to drywalls, people are now trying to add a little texture in order
for the walls to look livelier and more beautiful. This can be very
expensive if you get a professional to do it for you. If you have
some extra time, you may want to try doing this project yourself as
it will be able to help you save a lot of money.
First of all, you need to keep in mind that there are different ways
on how you can add texture on the drywalls on your home. There are
simply a lot of options to choose from.
You can choose to get a popcorn texture, which is basically a heavy
texture that is usually applied on ceilings to deaden the sound.
This can be very advantageous for people who have home theater
systems in their home or music rooms as this will help contain the
sound inside the room. The disadvantages of popcorn textures is that
it is very hard to clean and it can really accumulate a lot of dirt
and dust as well as the fact that it is very hard to apply paint on.
Another texture is the knockdown or skriptrowel texture. This
texture is very popular as it looks like Spanish-styled stucco. This
particular drywall can really bring out the beauty of your home.
The splatter or orange peel texture is another great option for your
home. This texture will vary from a sequence of tiny blobs or
splatter on the wall and it can also look like a large find spray
that resembles an orange peel texture.
Before you start, you need the proper materials for producing the
texture effects. Basically, you will need a taping knife, old
paintbrushes, stencils, plastic sheeting, soft-bristled brush, and
drywall joint compound.
To start, you have to take everything attached to the wall off, such
as the switch plates and receptacle cover. You have to cover and
remove all the furniture away from the wall that you are planning to
apply texture on and you also have to protect your floor by using
drop clothes.
You should also remove any wallpaper as the drywall compound can
have excessive moisture, which can loosen the attached wallpaper,
which would be a lot of mess and time consuming for you to clean up.
Then, begin the texture design by putting on the compound along the
baseboards and on top of the walls as well as the corner. Depending
on the design, the thickness will vary. If you want a rougher
texture on your drywall, apply thicker compounds on the wall. You
don’t need to be exact during the application as the varying
thickness will be able to provide you with better effect for the
texture.
You can try varying the texture by using different tools, such as
wallpaper brushes and old paintbrushes. You can also use sponges to
get that swirl effect or that stroke effect. If you want to be a
little bit more creative, you can use your hands or fingers to
create a unique and attractive design for your wall.
Just remember that when using your hands, you have to wear latex
gloves.
These are the ways on how you can texture drywalls in your home.
With a little bit of practice, you will be able to get a
professional finish for your drywall. And, you will also be able to
save hundreds or even thousands of dollars on professional fees.
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