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Techniques for DIY Textured Paint: Create Drama, Depth, and Designer Style on the Wall

Are your boring flat walls crying out for an extreme style statement? Textured paint is the not-so-secret weapon that decorators use to add personality, atmosphere, and luxury to any space.

And it does come with a little extra good news: You can do this all by yourself with no professional painters required.

Let us go ahead and explore these beginner-friendly, budget-friendly, and beautifully bold textured paint techniques.

✨ Benefits of Textured Paint

Enhances the luxury and high-class feel

Conceal all imperfections on the walls

Softens the flatness with dimension and warmth

Unrestricted personalization as per your vibe

Compared to wallpaper or paneling, super cheap!

🧰 What You’ll Need:

Interior wall paint (banana boat matte tones or eggshell)

Plaster, joint compound, or texture additives, depending on the technique

Putty knife, sponge, trowel, or texture roller

Gear for the job: drop cloth, painters tape, paint tray

Primer (for the best results)

Sandpaper (medium grit)

💡 Choose Your Texture Technique:

  1. Skip Trowel- Subtle and Sophisticated

Thin joint compound is applied in sweeping random arcs with a trowel. Once dry, paint over with a rich hue (i.e., taupe, clay, or slate).

Best For: Modern rustic, minimal luxe interiors.

  1. Faux Concrete- Urban Cool

Mix gray tones and layer them using a sponge or rag. Concrete-effect paint makes it really easy.

Best For: Industrial loft settings or edgy accent walls.

  1. Venetian Plaster Look-Timeless Elegance

Use a tinted joint compound through multiple layers with a trowel, buffing between coats. Add a delicate metallic glaze for a contemplative marble sheen.

Best For: Elegant, Parisian, or antiquated interiors.

  1. Textured Roller Patterns-Fun and Festive

Just buy a roller with a pre-made texture pattern (brick, linen, bark, etc.). Roll it on and you are done!

Best For: Quick considerations that offers an altered character.

  1. Sand Swirl-Retro Meets Boho

Mix sand additive into your paint and apply with a brush or sponge in circular motions.

Best For: Coastal-themed or retro beachy rooms.

🛠️ Step-By-Step: DIY Skip Trowel Finish

Step 1: Prep Your Wall

Clean, patch holes, and sand lightly. Priming is highly recommended.

Step 2: Apply Joint Compound

With a putty knife or trowel, spread compound in arc-like applications, leaving some areas thicker for a more natural effect.

Step 3: Let It Dry

Allow for approximately 12-24 hours, depending on the thickness.

Step 4: Sand Lightly

Smoothen any big bumps but ensure the texture stays.

Step 5: Paint

Roll on your favorite shade-the darker, the moodier-the better. Brush into all of the crevices and textures for a complete coverage.

🎨 Color Suggestions Based on the Mood:

Mood Colors

Cozy Terracotta, Warm Beige, Clay

Bold Navy, Charcoal, Emerald

Fresh Sage Green, Soft Grey, Sky Blue

Glam Soft Blush, Pearl White, Champagne

💬 Straight Talk: This is one of those projects that looks expensive and is actually really cheap — but addictively fun after you get the hang of it. This is a wall that brings compliments every time. 

📸 Show It OffTag your textured wall with LeInteriore so we can share your masterpiece with fellow DIY lovers!

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