The peaks that form are then flattened with an 18-inch or wider knockdown knife ($15 to $20) to achieve a low-profile raised texture that covers 40 percent of the surface (the other 60 percent remaining flat). The application can be a bit messy, particularly when spraying a ceiling (due to downward splashback). It’s achieved by first spraying the surface using a drywall hopper gun (available at home centers approximately $13 for a half-day rental) loaded with either pre-mixed wet drywall mud or joint compound powder mixed with water. Splatter: The most popular knockdown texture, splatter has the classic look of Spanish lace stucco-an intricate pattern of splotches inspired by lace veils.There are three main types of knockdown texture-splatter, stomp, and mud trowel-each with a distinct look and requiring unique tools and techniques. Photo: via bradleypjohnson Three Types of Texture
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