Lately I’ve been loving the effect that limewash paint gives to a basic wall. It adds beautiful subtle texture that looks subtle but gorgeous. Plus, it looks fantastic with neutral colours!
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The only negative is that limewash paint is not cheap and not easy to find in Canada! So I found a way to get the same effect for WAY less!
Here’s what you’ll need:
SUPPLIES:
- Drywall compound/plaster
- Paint
- Water
- Stiff bristle brush
The process itself is quite easy.
STEPS:
- Mix 1 cup water, 1 cup drywall compound to 3 cups paint
- Prep your wall (clean it and make sure its free from any dust)
- Tape off your wall. I initially forgot to do this, but it’s incredibly important, as you aren’t going to be painting in the same way as you would with regular paint.
- Using your brush, paint long, random strokes. Don’t worry about covering every bit of wall. If you miss some leave it. You’ll have a chance to cover it during your second and third coats! *It will look ugly but stick with it!
- Do 3-4 coats. I did 4, but I think I really only needed 3 for full coverage.
- TIP: I added more drywall compound to the last coat for extra texture
- That’s it!
BEFORE:
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DURING:
![](https://melissabraedley.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/image2-copy-2-e1647238520690-1440x1464.jpeg)
TIP: Use earthy paint colours to get the best effect – it makes it look more natural.
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It’s a subtle effect but gorgeous and super affordable! I have plans to try this in other areas of our home too, so stay tuned!
AFTER:
![](https://melissabraedley.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/image0-copy-2-2-1440x2158.jpeg)