Professional Painters Help Add Personality to Textured Walls

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Heather Jones
Heather Jones
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​​When looking at bringing a new look to a room, many simply think of painting a new color. While this can accomplish the goal of freshening things up, this isn’t the only way to jazz up a space. Many like to bring texture to a space, but paint texture is a bit more difficult to achieve if you aren’t accustomed to interior painting. Fortunately at Angi, formerly Angie’s List, we can help you find professional interior painters in your area that will help you get the textured look you’re looking for. Here are some ways to achieve the look.

Textured Paint 

There are some types of paint that come with texture already in the paint. This might be a sandy texture, a thicker smooth texture, a popcorn texture, or texture similar to an orange feel. Using texture in painting is popular for both walls and ceilings. Although the texture may be already in the paint, it is often thicker than other paints and requires a different method of application that has the best results when applied by a professional.

Joint Compound

Using a joint compound is another common way to achieve texture while painting. The compound is applied before the paint, and the texture is incorporated into it before painting begins. Many people use drywall mud to get a similar effect. The compound needs to stay on the surface for 24 hours before the actual painting begins.

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Texture sprayer

A texture sprayer also provides a great way to add texture, but relies on a lot of prep work in order to protect furniture and the floors of your home. Walls need to be clean and dry, and the joint compound needs to be properly loaded into the sprayer. The compound will need a full day to dry before paint can be added.

Texture with a sponge

If you don’t want the commitment or extra steps of a specific texture, but still want a textured look, using a sponge is another method to consider. If down the road you decide the look isn’t for you, it is easy to erase the texture just by applying a new coat of paint. To get texture from a sponge, a regular coat of paint should be applied and allowed to dry, then a second coat can be added by dipping a sponge into either the same color paint or a contrasting color.

Other Ways to Add Texture

Using other types of tools while painting can turn a simple wall into a work of art. Many professional painters become highly skilled in using different methods, and knowing the options available can help you find the painter with the skills you are looking for to help you express your personality. Using a combing technique to achieve a zig-zag look, checkerboard, or wavy lines are just a few ways to give your walls a bit of pizazz. Some use different texture rags from lace to burlap and roll the rags into paint similar to the sponge technique for a unique look. 

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There is also a wood graining tool that many painters use to give your painted wall a faux wood look. Having access to a wide variety of painting contractors through Angi allows you to find a creative interior painter that will brainstorm with you and help you get just the look and feel to your walls that will show off your personality.

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