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Textured Wall Installation From "DIY Crafts" episode DIC-262

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The variety of textures and designs that can be achieved are virtually limitless. Look around your home for other texturizing tools that can create unusual -- yet imaginative -- effects. Figure A Figure B

Carl Mueller creates a textured section of wall with plaster.

Blue paunters tape
Joint compound
Texture roller
Trowel
Whisk broom
14" taping knife
8" taping knife
4" joint knife
Cornering tool
14" plastic mud pan
Scratcher trowel
6" brush

Begin by masking a section of wall with blue painters tape. Apply plaster and use a texturing technique before removing tape. Use 14" taping knife to trowel joint compound onto wall about 1/8" thick, then use one of the following techniques to create texture:

• To create texture, use the taping knife to create broad, sweeping strokes (figure A). Or after applying and smoothing the compound, use a clean broom to gently sweep from top to bottom.

• Fingers can be used to draw in wet compound, or a scratcher trowel (figure B) can create stripes or a basketweave design.

• Press the taping knife against the surface, the pull away to create a bumpy surface.

• Allow textured area to dry at least 24 hours before painting as desired.

RESOURCES :
The Complete Surfaces and Finishes Directory: Paint, Plaster and More!
Model: 0823050300
Author: Emma Scattergood
(2001)

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Watson-Guptill Publications
Website: www.watsonguptill.com

Debbie Travis' Decorating Solutions: More than 65 Paint and Plaster Finishes. . .
ISBN: 0609602519
Author: Debbie Travis
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Plasterworks: A Beginners Guide to the Art and Craft of Plaster
Model: 0891347070
Author: John Plowman

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North Light Books (F & W Publications)
Website: www.fwpublications.com

GUESTS :
Carl Mueller
5542 W. Pico Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90019
Phone: 323-954-8444
Website: piecemaker.com
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