How To Paint A Textured Wall
If you’re in love with the Mediterranean look, but don’t have the budget for a rendered finish on your retaining wall, this budget-friendly DIY project is perfect for you. With the Dulux Texture range, you can transform your exterior surfaces, just as we have on this retaining wall, with minimal effort and maximum impact.
What you need:
How we did it:
Step 1: Cling Wrap Test
This step is only applicable to concrete surfaces. Tape a square of cling wrap to the wall and leave it for 30 minutes. Be sure to seal the cling wrap fully with masking film. After 30 minutes, if there is no moisture or condensation present on the cling wrap, it means the internal core of the surface is dry and you are fine to begin painting. However, if there is moisture or condensation, you will need to wait until your retaining wall is dry before painting. Repeat the Cling Wrap Test again before painting.
Step 2: Prime
We began by priming the retaining wall with Dulux Texture primer. Stir the primer thoroughly before applying 1 coat with a Lambswool roller and allowing it to dry. This step can be a two-person job.
Step 3: Paint
Next, we applied 1 coat of Dulux Texture Medium Cover tinted to Dulux Snowy Mountains Quarter using a lambswool mitt in a circular motion. This step is a one-person job as each person will have their own unique way to apply the texture. This will ensure you have a consistent finish.
You also have the option at this point to apply a second coat of texture, depending on the desired look you’re after. We were happy with one coat of texture and opted for one coat of Dulux Weathershield to finish it off.
Step 4: Paint (Again)
This is where we opted for 1 coat of Dulux Weathershield in the same Snowy Mountains Quarter colour. This is because we wanted colour accuracy in our finish to give our retaining wall a nice Mediterranean look and feel.
Head to your local Inspirations Paint store for everything you need for your next exterior paint project.