How To: Texture a Ceiling

ByWade 2023年5月16日

Hello, my friend, hello again; today we come together to talk about How To: Texture a Ceiling and hope the blog can help you.

Things are looking up if you hope to add new character to a room. You can easily bring visual interest by texturing your ceilings, where DIY options abound.

It all too easy to slap a coat of white paint on your ceiling and consider it done. But to really pull a room together, it ought to be stylishly topped off—and putting a textured effect on the ceiling is a great way to add impact to your décor. Another plus? Textured ceilings perfectly camouflage imperfections like cracks or evidence of water damage.

There are a variety of techniques you can employ to create your texture of choice (way beyond the “popcorn” look popular in the 1970s). All it takes is a mixture of paint and drywall mud—and a little ingenuity. Ahead, a simple step-by-step guide for how to texture your ceiling, your way, without sending your budget through the roof.

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Stone Veneers: 10 Rock-Solid Looks for Your Walls

ByWade 2023年2月26日2024年9月28日

There once was a big difference in appearance between natural and faux stone veneer, but the materials have evolved to be nearly indistinguishable. Natural stone can now be thinly sliced, allowing it to clad surfaces in ways that were once impossible. Authentic stone veneers are now sturdier and have richer coloration, but they are expensive and usually require more time to install. Manufactured stone is lighter and cheaper, and can be installed more quickly, but it can be more susceptible to wear over time. Both manmade and natural stone veneers can clad practically any surface in any room of the house. See for yourself by clicking through our gallery of project ideas.

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How To: Install Chair Rail Molding

ByWade 2024年2月28日

Historically used to protect walls from being damaged by the seat backs of chairs, chair rails now serve primarily as a stylish embellishment. With these straightforward instructions, you’ll be able to install chair rail molding in a weekend—and reap its visual and practical benefits for years to come.

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All You Need to Know About Tin Ceilings

ByWade 2022年12月24日2024年9月28日

Hello, my friend, hello again; today we come together to talk about All You Need to Know About Tin Ceilings and hope the blog can help you. A classic building material from the late 19th and early 20th century is experiencing a comeback. Fans of Victorian architecture, hardy souls who rehab historic homes, and homeowners…

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How Much Does a Coffered Ceiling Cost?

ByWade 2024年5月2日2024年9月28日

The grid pattern of a coffered ceiling can add depth and texture to a room while also improving the acoustics. Adding this architectural feature can cost anywhere from $3,000 to $4,500, with the average coffered ceiling cost coming in at $3,750.