If you want to add visual interest to your walls or ceilings or hide imperfections, drywall texturing is an excellent option. Sheetrock texturing can add visual interest and depth to your home's walls and ceilings, enhancing the overall appearance of a room. Texturing can also camouflage joints, seams, and other blemishes in your drywall. Here are three things to know if you are considering drywall texturing for your home.

Which Texturing Options Suit Your Needs

There are several common types of drywall textures, each with a unique look. Some popular texture options include popcorn, skip trowel, orange peel, knockdown, and swirl. It's a good idea to look into different texturing options before committing. You want to find a texture that looks good in your home and suits your needs. Also, consider whether you are planning to add texture yourself or if you are hiring a professional. Some drywall texturing options require the use of specialized equipment such as sprayers. Other methods can be done with special rollers or by hand, making them more DIY-friendly. 

When To Hire A Professional

Drywall texturing can be challenging, especially for complex or intricate patterns. Hiring a professional contractor with experience in drywall texturing is often recommended for achieving high-quality results. Also, if the texturing you want to add to your home requires specialized equipment, hiring a professional to take on this work will be your best bet. Professional drywall texturing will also be faster. However, simpler textures like orange peel or knockdown can be attempted as a DIY project with the right tools and techniques. 

How Much It Costs

The cost of drywall texturing will depend on factors such as the size of the area to be textured, the complexity of the texture, your location, and whether you hire a professional or do it yourself. On average, you can expect to spend $0.80 to $2.00 per square foot to hire a professional to texture your walls and ceilings. While costs will be a little lower if you DIY, material costs can vary and typically range between $0.10 and $0.30 per square foot. 

There are a few things to know about drywall texturing. First, there are many drywall texturing options, and it's a good idea to consider which ones best suit your needs. Second, while you can do DIY texturing, it's often best to leave this work to a professional. Finally, the cost of drywall texturing will depend on the texture you choose and the size of the area to be textured.

To learn more, contact a drywall service in your area such as Cooper Construction.