How Do You Texture Walls With Paint?
Creating texture on walls with paint is a fun and easy task. There are so many effects to choose from, and most require minimal supplies. Color washing, strié and combing are popular techniques for texturing walls with paint. These techniques have been used for many years and are a great way to change the look and design style of a room. You can’t make a mistake when texturing walls with paint. If you don’t like what you have done, simply paint over the surface and texture once again. Before beginning these techniques, prepare the walls with a base coat. Prepare the color washing glaze by mixing a contrasting latex paint and glaze. To thin the paint further for a more translucent and watercolor effect, add water. Dip a 4-inch paintbrush into the glaze mixture and tap off the excess. Watch out for drips. Brush on the paint in short horizontal and vertical strokes, known as cross-hatching. Repeat the strokes, going over them as many times as you like, until you achieve the soft, leathery
