Create unique ceiling drywall designs with the use of various tools and design methods.
Drywall is the material that is used to texture and decorate ceilings and walls. Also known as sheet rock in the trade, drywall comes in various levels of thickness and finishes that provide structure and enhance visual appeal in a room. Creating different drywall designs requires slightly different application methods. Some popular designs include popcorn, twirl and skim.
Instructions
1. Apply popcorn drywall layer with a hopper gun, which is often available for rent at hardware supply stores. Wait until the popcorn layer dries then apply an additional coat. Mix glitter into the drywall mix in the gun to get a deco look. Popcorn drywall design was popularized in the late 1970s and can still be seen in new construction today. Ask the rental store clerk for a hopper gun demonstration, though they're fairly easy to use.
2. Use a trowel to create a "swirl" drywall design. A trowel is a flat blade attached to a handle resembling a putty knife. Smooth the joint compound over the ceiling in a swirling motion. Overlap each application to create a swirling finish. Use a paint brush over your application to create a more ornamental swirl design.
3. Create a "skim" coat by applying a very thin coat of joint compound. Spread the compound evenly with a trowel over the entire ceiling to achieve a plaster look. Push the paint bristles straight up and pull away from the ceiling to create a skim finish.
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