Georgia-Pacific ToughRock Gypsum Board - Manual (Page 6)

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Texture
Before you apply any textured surface to wallboard,
make sure all joints, nail heads and corners are finished
properly. Clean all surfaces thoroughly, and apply a
primer coat of white latex paint.
NOTE: It’s very important that you prime surfaces well. Joints
and fastener heads may show through unprimed surfaces. It’s
also important to get a prime coat on finished gypsum board as
soon after installation as possible. Gypsum board paper that is
exposed to light for more than a few weeks could darken, and
show through your textured surface.
Choose a texture that fits the decor you’re planning
for the room, and one you’ll feel comfortable applying.
Different textures require different tools and texture
components. Use the examples below to choose a
texture for your walls and ceilings.
After you have decided on a texture, cover floors,
windows, etc. Apply texture to the ceiling first. When
ceiling texture is finished, use a 109 (254 mm) putty
knife to carefully scrape splatters from walls and floors
before texture dries. Be careful not to break the face
paper on gypsum boards. Always wear protective clothing.
Swirl
Tools: Stiff Brush, Clean Bucket
Directions: Mix wall texture or all-
purpose joint compound according to
the instructions on the bag or pail until
it is the consistency of whipped cream.
Spread on a uniform coating using your
brush in a short or broad circular pattern.
Experiment! You might even want to try using a sponge
to create your own effects. Let dry at least 48 hours.
Stipple
Tools: Stipple Paint Roller, Hand
Extension, Roller Pan
Directions: Thin stipple material selected
according to package instructions to a
creamy consistency. Don’t get it too
thin, though, or your coverage won’t
be complete. Use the paint roller to
spread the mixture in a uniform coat. Cover the com-
plete ceiling in one application. Let dry about 48 hours.
Stomp
Tools: Stiff Round Brush with
Extension Handle, Pan, Paint Roller
Directions: Mix wall texture according
to package instructions until it has the
consistency of thick whipped cream,
or use thinned all-purpose joint
compound from the bucket. Apply
uniform coat with a paint roller. Use the round brush
to “stomp” the material on the surface. Cover surface
fully. Let dry about 48 hours. The stomp method is
frequently used for textured ceilings.
Brocade
Tools: 109 (254 mm) Hand Trowel,
49 (102 mm) Putty Knife, Clean Bucket
Directions: Mix wall texture according
to package instructions, until it is the
consistency of mashed potatoes. Or,
use all-purpose joint compound right
out of the pail. Start in a corner, and work down and
across the room, taking areas 38 (914 mm) square at a
time. Dab on large quantities of texture with your
trowel, and brush over lightly to flatten peaks. Blend
sections as you move from one area to the next. Allow
several days to dry.