Here are a few tips i found in the local newspaper on how to paint a textured wall. Thought it might be useful for you people out there. Here they are
1. Choose the right kind of paint
A semi gloss paint gives you better coverage as does not get absorbed easily as compared to flat paint. Semi gloss paint is also easier to clean.
2. Protect
Starters must test colours by painting a patch on the wall and observe in different lights to get an idea of the final look. Tape off any surface you want to protect. Save your floor area with a drop cloth. Keep a ladder in handy to reach hard places.
3. Right Tool
Buy a regular paint blust to cut into the edges of the texture, wiggle to get into all nook and crannies.
4. Know the technique
Use a wall brush in an X pattern or diagonal back and forth motion over the surface to give great coverage. Diagonal strokes get into the crevices and create a random pattern that will better hide the brush strokes. You may also use a roller but they aren't the best option for a textured wall.
5. Show patience
Wait for the paint to dry and then look from a distance for the areas that are thin or have been missed completely. Apply a second coat there.
Source - The HT City, New Delhi Edition
Hope you people find these tips helpful. Suggestions are welcomed
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