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TexTures: a game changer for inTeriors

Fed up of plain old walls? Why not give your interiors a wow factor by texturing your walls.

Words: Kanak Nanda

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New paint is always fun and transforming, but adding texture to your wall adds a unique character, depth, and style to any space, whether in the bedroom, living room or kitchen, either to a single accent wall or an entire room. Texturing is an ideal way to conceal your existing walls’ blemishes and flaws, after years of wear and tear. It is a great soundproofing solution, by helping soften the noise between the rooms. Texturing is a work of art and below are some ideas and tips for your next wall. Some textures are rough while the others are smooth, but they both add warmth to a space and can be used in different parts of the house.

Sponging, one of the easiest techniques, allows you to create a variety of different layered effects via a harmonious blend of different colour tones. You can create spotted, cloudy, limestone, and textural effects that are highly detailed and dramatic with just a natural sea sponge. Lighter colours work great for all four walls.

Drag painting, also known as Strié painting, makes a unique stripe pattern which creates a fabric look like denim, linen and jute. Choose vertical strokes to give an impression of more height. Use horizontal textures across the short length of a room to draw the eye across and increase the length of the space.

Troweled plaster finishes and rough wall textures are making a comeback. I love layered plaster walls because they feel like you’re stepping into the old streets of Europe. There are different types of plasters that one can work with: clay, lime, and gypsum. Faux finish techniques like distressing, graining, and layering on a variety of colours add depth and age your walls and create an old world charm.