How to Make Homemade Wall Texturing

Consider the room you want to texture. Keep in mind that textured walls can be difficult to clean, and are often unsuitable for rooms with high levels of humidity. For this reason, you may want to rethink any plans to texture the bathroom or baby’s room. However, texturing is well-suited for many other rooms in the house, especially when you are looking to hide imperfections in the walls.

Wipe down the walls with a damp cloth to remove any dust, dirt or other loose material. Use this time to look for any cracks or holes that need to be filled in.

Repair imperfections in the wall with spackling or drywall tape. You should have a relatively smooth surface to apply the texture to.

Check to see that your walls have been sealed. You can skip this step if your walls have been painted before. However, if you will be adding texture directly to the drywall, you should apply a sealant first.

Cover the areas near the walls with a drop cloth. Texturing compounds can be very difficult to get out of the carpet, so take care to prevent spills and drips. You should also plan to throw away any materials you use to apply the texturing (roller, roller pan, sponges, etc.).

Practice applying the texture material to a piece of cardboard or plywood. Try different patterns and tools until you are confident enough to use your technique on an entire room.

Prepare your drywall compound according to the directions on the label. Mixing instructions will vary according to name brand and desired finish. The texturing medium can be applied with a roller or a paint sprayer.

Be creative. The possibilities for texturing your walls are endless. Try adding sand, crushed glass, or even pieces of string to create a variety of textures. Alternatively, you may wish to roll a thick coat of drywall compound onto the wall one section at a time, and use a tool to create patterns in the compound. Common tools include combs, sponges and wadded-up rags.

Give your walls plenty of time to dry before painting or replacing furniture.