I'm getting ready to texture ceilings for the first time using an air-compressor / hopper. I plan to practice first on some old sample sheets of drywall I have laying around but was also hoping to get some tips from the pros =)
Specifically, I'd like to know:
- What type of consistency should the topping mud be? Runny? Thick?
- What techniques should be used for actual spraying? Top-to-bottom? Left-to-right?
- What preparation needs to be done beforehand? Taping off outlets? Placing plastic over windows?
- How full should the hopper be filled?
- What can we do if there are mistakes?
Best Answer
I have spent a great deal of time scrapping popcorn off ceilings. I don't know if that is the type of coating you are planning on, but I would tend to leave the ceilings smooth. I think that looks better. Textures ceilings were big in the 70's and 80's, but not so much now.
Sorry, not an answer, just my opinion.