Once you have completed the main construction work you will be ready to consider dry wall finishes. Some prefer to keep a smooth finish and then either paint or paper. Some may opt for a textured finish to add an individual character to the room and to add some interest to a large plain wall. If you decide that you want to have a textured finish you have a choice of equipment. The size of the area that you are going to be treating may well be a contributing factor when making your choice. There are two different basic types of drywall texture machines and one of them will be certain to make your arms ache if you are considering a particularly large area.
The first, and most basic of the two machines is the hopper style machine. A large hopper is fixed to the top of a basic style spray gun. This is then loaded with the liquid texture mix and sprayed onto the wall. Although this is an ideal option for the do-it-yourself enthusiast you must consider the weight of the equipment plus the weight of the texture mixture and the length of time that you will have to hold this. If you have more than a couple of rooms to complete you may end up with aching arms which could compromise the end result. These units, however, are very economical and must not be dismissed. These drywall texture machines are readily available from DIY stores or drywall equipment suppliers and are not too expensive. If you have the time and energy available then they can be an economical and successful option.
Hopper drywall texture machines do require a little practice. The end result will depend on a variety of factors. If you want to achieve an orange peel, or splatter effect, you will need to use a light and runny mix and a high air pressure. You can then spray this onto the wall to create a light splatter effect. The thicker the mixture and the lower the pressure the bigger the splatters! You could then knockdown the peaks of these to give a slightly flattened effect. The choice is yours. You must, however, be consistent as any fluctuations in your style of application will be obvious on a large wall. This is one of the reasons why the hopper system is really only good for smaller areas... it is not easy to be consistent when you arms are starting to ache!
The next step up from the hopper system is trolley mounted dry wall texture machines. These have a larger tank and built in mixer. It is possible to hire these from DIY and rental stores, but it is also quite a good idea to enlist the help of a professional. He will bring his own equipment and expertise to the job and the difference, particularly if you are talking about a large and highly visible area, may be appreciated.
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