Matching orange peel, knockdown, skip trowel and other wall and ceiling textures so repairs blend in.
A smooth patch on a textured wall is as visible as a bright spot on a dark shirt. Texture matching is the finishing touch that makes drywall repairs and additions disappear. Orange peel, knockdown, skip trowel, slap brush and light sand textures each have their own pattern, depth and spacing, and they are applied with different tools and techniques. Matching takes practice and a good eye, plus a willingness to test on scrap before touching the wall. In Nashville homes built over several decades, textures vary widely from room to room.
We study your existing texture in daylight and a raking light, choose the tool and mix, and test on a sample board. We then apply texture to the repair, feathering into the surrounding wall so there is no hard edge. Once dry, we prime and paint the area, usually repainting the whole wall for an even look. We can also create new textures for additions, or smooth walls entirely with a skim coat if you would rather remove texture altogether.
We test texture on a board first so the pattern, depth and spacing match before touching your wall.
Texture is feathered outward into the existing wall so there is no visible boundary.
Orange peel, knockdown, skip trowel, slap brush and light sand are all in our regular work.
If you prefer smooth walls, skim coating removes old texture for a modern look.
Identify the pattern.
Match before applying.
Right depth.
No hard edge.
Uniform finish.
Smooth alternative.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Topic guideDrywall Texture TypesSmooth, orange peel, knockdown, skip trowel, slap brush and popcorn textures compared for look, upkeep and repair.Learn more 
Topic guideDrywall Finish LevelsWhat finish levels zero through five mean, which to choose for your paint and lighting and why smoother…Learn more 
Top brandHydeA Massachusetts maker since 1875 of putty knives, scrapers and painter's hand tools.Learn more Enter wall and ceiling sizes to see how many sheets, how much compound, tape and screws a drywall job needs.
You tell us what you want painted or repaired and when, and we set an estimate visit that fits your day.
We look at the walls, ceilings, trim or exterior, check the condition and note repairs and prep.
You get a plain written scope with products, coats and schedule, and help choosing colors and sheens.
We protect your home, then clean, scrape, sand, patch, caulk and prime so paint bonds and lasts.
We paint ceilings, walls, trim and doors in order, with proper dry time and clean, crisp lines.
We clean up, walk the finished work with you, fix touch-ups and explain how to care for the finish.
We match most common textures. Very unusual or aged textures may be approximated, and we tell you honestly.
A good match with full-wall painting makes repairs hard to find.
Yes, by skim coating. It takes more time but gives a modern, smooth surface.
A splatter of compound that is flattened with a trowel, giving a mottled look.
Yes. We match the existing home or create the style you prefer.
Drywall RepairPatching holes, cracks, dents, nail pops and damaged corners so repaired walls disappear under paint.Explore 
Skim Coating and Plaster RepairSmoothing damaged, textured or old plaster walls with thin coats of compound for a flawless, paint-ready surface.Explore 
Popcorn Ceiling RemovalCareful popcorn texture removal with full protection, skim coating and smooth, freshly painted ceilings.Explore 
Drywall for Additions and RemodelsDrywall hanging and finishing for room additions, wall removals and whole-house remodels with matching textures.Explore Tell us about your project and we will call you back to set up a visit.
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