tools & supplies

REQUIRED:

tape measure
scissors
utility knife
clean 5 gallon bucket
colorants
drywall joint compound (50 lbs. covers approximately 100-150 sq. ft.)
power drill with paddle blade attachment
drywall knife or trowel which fits comfortably in your hands
drywall pan or plastering hawk
paint roller handle
roller with at least 1/2" nap (for sealing)
paint tray
one or more helpers — this is not a one-person job!

RECOMMENDED:

step ladder
painter's tape
drop cloth
level

OPTIONAL TEXTURING TOOLS:

loop roller
heavy wool nap, at least 1 1/4"
faux finishing tools, eg: brushes, cheesecloth,
Japan scrapers, crushed newspaper, etc.

colorants

Our pre-measured containers of colorant are mixed directly into 50 lbs. of joint compound. Use a whole container for full color or less for lighter shades. Typically one color is used for grout lines, and a contrasting color for the main pattern.

You may also use a quality latex paint as your colorant, however your paint colors will lighten when mixed with the white joint compound. Click here for for more information on using latex paints.