Knockdown Texture Wall | DIY Decorative Plaster Application
Step 0. Quartz primer. Before applying a plaster coating to the wall, apply a quartz primer to it. Objective: Increase plaster adhesion and prevent moisture absorption.
Step 1. Plastering. Mix equal parts of plaster and finishing compound. Use a trowel and a float. Apply the plaster to the primed wall, as shown in the video.
Step 2. Knockdown Texture Wall. After approximately 15 minutes, create a knockdown texture using a wet float. Objective: Knockdown and smooth the plaster uniformly to give it a refined appearance. Lightly sand to remove any small imperfections.
Step 3. Deep penetrating primer. Apply a deep penetrating primer using a 15 cm paint roller. Objective: Bind dust particles and ensure normal adhesion for the next layer.
Step 4. Paint. Paint plaster with a roller using matte paint!
Step 5. Water-based matte acrylic varnish. Tint the water-based matte acrylic varnish using a universal tint of your choice, then apply it to the wall with a roller. Wipe off excess varnish with a sponge. Objective: Provide a protective layer that effectively prevents mold growth.
Step 6. Clear wall wax protection. Apply protective wax using a roller.
Step 7. Polishing. A few minutes after application, use a clean, dry cloth or a buffing pad to buff the wall in a circular motion. The buffing action will help bring out the shine and remove any excess wax, giving the wall a polished appearance. Objective: Only the raised areas should shine while the recessed areas remain matte.
Knockdown Texture Wall completed!