How to Texture and Paint Drywall

Texture and paint create a unique drywall look that makes your house appear more interesting. But the most common reason for drywall texture and paint is that they act as camouflage: texture and paint on drywall helps hide imperfections so you do not have to repaint, repair, or refinish your walls or ceilings every other month.

There are many ways you can use to texture and paint drywall. Every technique is creative and has its own pros and cons.

In this blog, we explain the best way for you to texture and paint drywall. So, let’s begin.

Step #1 Prepare your drywall

First and foremost, you need to sand your drywall to remove paper fuzz or lumps. Here is how you can easily sand your drywall:

Use a sanding pole: Sanding pole with a round sander is the quickest way to sand drywall.
Use a sanding sponge: A sanding sponge is the best way to smooth any difficult-to-reach edges or corners.
Use fine-grit sandpaper: If you use fine-grit sandpaper, make sure you apply the lightest possible pressure to avoid running the texture.

Bonus tip: Use a dust mask and protective goggles when you sand the drywall. Sanding releases tiny dust particles that get everywhere, so it is important to protect yourself.

Step #2 Prime your drywall

Use a wet cloth to remove the dust particles remaining on the drywall from the sanding process. Use a roller to prime the walls, and use a brush to coat any edges or corners near the ceiling. Use a high-quality primer that requires only a single coat to achieve the best results.

Here are a few tips and tricks to successfully prime your drywall:

The major function of the primer is to stick to the surface which makes it hard to remove. So, before you start the process, lay down any protective covering like cloth or plastic sheet to avoid mess. Move around and cover any valuables in the room.
Some experts suggest priming the drywall before texturing to help the compound stick to the drywall, whereas others suggest priming the drywall after texturing to give a smooth finish to the pattern. So, the choice is totally yours.

Step #3 Mix the drywall compound

Take a clean five-gallon bucket and fill it with about thirty parts water and five parts powdered drywall compound. Make sure the mixture looks like a very thin and smooth cake batter.

Add water gradually to the premixed drywall compound to end up with the right consistency.
Keep in mind the ratios of water to drywall compound to end up with the same consistency if you need a second batch.
You can also prepare the mixture and let it sit overnight to dissolve the lumps; however, make sure to mix the compound thoroughly before you use it the next day.

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