I prefer there to be a contrast between the ceiling texture and wall texture. When doing knockdown on both the ceilings and walls of a room or throughout a home. Knockdown texture can be applied in a light, medium or even a heavy consistency, depending on the look you’re going for. A tutorial for do-it-yourself homeowners on how to apply knock-down texture to drywall. These are just a few of the factors that determine how the texture will knockdown and look once the new knockdown texture on your ceilings or walls has been painted. A tutorial for do-it-yourself homeowners on how to apply knock-down texture to drywall. Also, The type of machine used to apply the knockdown texture. Another texture variable would be the consistency of how thick or thin the knockdown mix that is going to be sprayed on is. New drywall, primed drywall or a previously painted surfaces. One of the factors is the “surface” that is going to be textured. When I say “variation” there are several factors that determine how the knockdown will look. This photo is an example of one of my many variations of knockdown texture. It is also one of the most popular texture finishes in new construction, remodels and has been going in homes here in Brevard County since the early 1990’s. Knockdown Wall Texture- Medium sizeKnockdown texture is done by spraying thinned down joint compound on with a hopper and air compressor or by using a commercial texture machine for larger projects and contractors.
