Patching and Plastering - Knock down texture ceiling

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BOYHARRIS
08-03-08, 07:10 PM
Just wondering how to do a knock down textured ceiling. i have scrapped the the old popcorn stuff off and now ready to do the spantext. just wondering on the technique??? any help would be good. thanks

Kevin

marksr
08-04-08, 04:47 AM
spantext :confused:

The best way to apply a knockdown finish is to use a hopper gun and spray on a splatter coat of thinned down joint compound, let it set a little and then take a wide knife and "knock down" the splatters.

The thicker the j/c, the heavier the texture - thinner = lighter texture.
DIYaddict
08-04-08, 02:56 PM
And to add a bit... do a test spot first or practice on a piece of big cardboard until you get the technique down or the way you like it.

coops28
08-11-08, 07:40 AM
make sure to get all the dust off the ceiling before you texture. it will peel right off when you paint.