Drywall textures will be the finishing touch.
The drywall project is finished and the ceiling
and walls look great. There is just one problem,
however. They look terribly plain. Drywall textures
can give the room a less rigid and more interesting
look and feel. The last step in the process of
hanging drywall, for most people, is deciding
on drywall textures.
Depending upon the size of the project, applying
drywall textures can either be applied by hand
or with a machine. There are several popular
drywall textures and each has its own application
techniques. These textures include sand swirl,
knockdown, perlite, cottage cheese, orange peel
and slap brush.
Textures may be applied to smaller areas
by hand. This will involve mixing and applying
the texture material and applying it with a brush
or trowel.
Nearly all contractors and most do-it-yourselfers
will choose to apply drywall textures with machines.
These specialized drywall texture tools are air
powered and texture is sprayed on the surface.
The nozzle shape and opening size, the amount
of air pressure and the speed and motion of the
person handling the spray gun control the type
and thickness of the texture.
The
reasons to apply drywall textures are many
and varied. The textures selected are a matter
of personal taste. Drywall textures will help
soften and warm the feel of a room. They
will cut down on light reflected from glossy,
smooth walls. Textures give the room
or home individuality and character.
Learning
how to texture drywall is primarily a matter
of gaining experience. There are a number of
books, magazines and pamphlets that give you
the basics. Your local home supply store will
also have information. There is article after
article on the topic.
Applying drywall textures is the last step in
giving a professional finished appearance to
a new construction or remodelling project. You
will be sure to get plenty of comment from family
and friends when they see your finished project
with its drywall textures.
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