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In Decor

25 Different Ceiling Texture Types for Your Desired Home

November 3, 2020 Ashley Kai

25 Different Ceiling Texture Types for Your Desired Home Pin It

When choosing the appearance of a home, we are very particular about every minor detail. From the room setting to the paints of the wall and selecting among multiple ceiling texture types, we want everything to be perfect. Choosing the right option for each room is critical but important.

Ceiling textures takes into account the pattern or the design on the vault and make it look exceptional. There are many types of ceiling textures in this article. If you want to choose the right design or ceiling pattern for your room, you need to analyze the type of your room and select accordingly.

Ceiling Texture Types

For those who are renovating the house or shifting to a new one and want to texture their ceiling, we are here to help. Are you looking for the best ceiling texture for your room and not sure which one to choose, read this article thoroughly.

At the end of the article, you will definitely find an answer to your question. Moreover along with the ceiling, from the below options you can also choose a suitable design for your wall.

1. Sheetrock Ceiling Texture

This type of ceiling texture feels rough when touched with hands. Rather than smooth, it has a rough surface. The texture gives an artistic look that the experts achieve just by the skill of their hands rather than the brush. Let’s look at the pros and cons of this type:

ProsCons
Gives a modern look to roomTime consuming as done by hands
Never gets outdatedMay  have slightly defected surface
Appealing for rooms with variety of lightsAlways require a professional
Has amazing hand-tooled finishesCostly to install

2. Popcorn Ceiling Texture

This is one of the most common types of ceiling finishes. As the name implies it has a poppy surface that looks more like cottage cheese. Popcorn ceiling is perfect for the areas which should look bright like hallways.

ProsCons
Perfect way to hide the imperfectionsCannot be used in all rooms
This texture costs relatively less than othersIt is hard to clean
Deadens noiseVery difficult to repair
Easy to createDifficult to maintain
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3. Crows Foot Ceiling Texture

If you want to experiment with your roof, this option is for you. Crows foot or sometimes called stomped pattern helps to make your ceiling perfect as it covers all the small cracks. Being creative, this texture is difficult to get. Therefore, if you are doing it yourself with a stipple brush, be careful.

Try it somewhere else first to get an idea of how to use it. However, it always requires two people as the pattern made needs to be dusted with mud simultaneously. Cover the floors for avoiding more mess in the room.

ProsCons
Hide the small cracksIt is a messy project due to usage of mud
Unique PatternRequires more manpower
Saves PaintingNeed to be expert to do it yourself
Gives a contemporary lookIt is more complicated
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4. Spray Sand Ceiling Texture

As the name implies, the sand is mixed with the water or primer and then sprayed on the wall or the ceiling. This process is done with a help of a hopper gun. More people like this texture on ceilings than the room walls. You can also add a little paint to this texture.

ProsCons
The method is relatively easierIf not sprayed correctly, can ruin the whole texture
Inexpensive way to make the ceiling stylishCan miss the corners
Paint can enhance the beautyNeed a special gun
Takes lesser timeRequires a specialist to do it neatly

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5. Drywall Ceiling Texture

Drywall ceiling texture is general and open term. This means that you can apply any texture over it. Among the most popular ceiling texture patterns, mostly falls into the drywall category i.e., popcorn, orange peel, knockdown, swirl, and slap brush.

ProsCons
Freedom to put any textureDifficult to remove
Choice to add different color combinationsMay give outdated look
Act as camouflageWiping dust is difficult

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6. Orange Peel Drywall Texture

Another ceiling texture style that has a wrinkly surface is orange peel. The texture looks as interesting as the name is. Just like the surface of an orange, it is bumpy and freshening for any room.  This style should be used in an area that doesn’t require frequent cleaning. This texturizer is available in spray which makes it easier to apply.

ProsCons
Control the sound level of a roomTiny spaces between the pattern are impossible to clean
Gives a soft and light touch to the roomToo common
It has appealing look
Can do it yourself with the help of right tools

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7. Comb Drywall texture

With the help of a toothed trowel, a pattern of grooves is created on the ceiling. To make your hideous ceiling more appealing, the series of these patterns can be used. It is one of the most simplistic ceiling texture styles which use lines of various widths to create the desired pattern on the wall or ceiling.

ProsCons
Gives a formal lookNeed to be very careful when making the patterns
Can be done with handsThe design can lose the symmetry.
Can create rainbow or fan pattern

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8. Skip Trowel Ceiling Texture

The amazing thing about this design is its randomness that differentiates it from other ceiling texture types. Just a random pattern looks beautiful. All you have to do is apply the joint compound on the ceiling or wall and move the trowel in the direction you like. But remember a good skip trowel has some plain smooth areas.

ProsCons
The patterns are very easy to makeWhen plaster dries, you can’t make the patterns.
You can make it lighter or aggressivePeople consider it unsophisticated technique
Even mistakes won’t harm the design

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9. Lace Ceiling Texture

If you want your ceiling to grab people’s attention, this design is for you. It is one of the most beautiful ceiling texture patterns. Getting the final result is not easy; you need a lot of tools and skills to create this masterpiece. It creates a perfect blend of two colors one layer on another.

ProsCons
Most attractive ceiling with artistic lookTakes a lot of time and efforts
Many patterns of this texture are availableOnly a specialist can do it
Two colors make it uniqueNeed to be careful in selection of colors

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10. Swirl Ceiling Texture

Many people who are fan of circular patterns; this texture is especially for them. It can be seen in most of the houses. It has a similar method to skip trowel but the patterns made are not random but circular. The tool you use will determine the accuracy and the size of the circular pattern.

ProsCons
Easy to make on ceilingCan be hypnotizing
Requires less toolAccuracy depend upon hand movement of craftsman
Customize it according to choice

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11. Hawk And Trowel Ceiling Texture

You want to make texture on your plain ceiling, just grab a hawk and a trowel. It consists of layers of drywall mud flowing over one another which makes it look like waves of water. Various variation of this style exists, each depending on the thickness of the material used.

ProsCons
Makes boring wall interestingThick material might wear off
Does not require expertise to createNot as appealing as other textures
Special technique can make it exceptional

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12. Slap Brush Ceiling Texture

This type of ceiling finishes can be quite messy if not done right. It gives fascinating look to the roof with the help of a slap brush which has stiff bristles and a long handle. After applying the thin layer of compound and mud on the ceiling, slap the brush onto it at an angle creating random patterns.

ProsCons
Very popularVery risky, can go wrong
Having long handle, make it convenient to controlDifficult to do on the ceiling
Light touches create fine texture 

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13. Rosebud Ceiling Texture

To decorate a small living room ceiling, a pattern of flower is a perfect idea. The beauty is amplified by the beautiful rose design that blends well with a room of smooth walls. You can also get a pattern of any other flower according to your choice.

ProsCons
Pattern of petals beautifies a roomThick mud can ruin the design
Easy to applyInconsistent mud creates sharp edges
Choice of selecting any flower’s design 

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14. Tree Bark Ceiling Texture

Among many ceiling texture styles, this design requires a roller instead of a brush. It resembles the look of a tree’s bark with a rough surface. The roller or paintbrush creates a uniform pattern on the thin mud-layered surface giving it a chic look.

ProsCons
Roller makes it easy to applyThin mud layer isn’t as effective
Hide blemishes from old ceilingThin layer can create imperfections
End result is subtle

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15. Knockdown Ceiling Texture

Unlike other ceiling texture types, it takes a little work to install this texture. So you need to wait until the ceiling compound settles and then level it with a special tool. The second stage includes “knocking down” with a sponge or a brush. After installing it, correct the edges or paint them with the color you like.

ProsCons
Popular appearanceDifficult to install
Cover the imperfections wellHard to repair
Adds warm and depth to a roomRequires patience

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16. Fish Scale Ceiling Texture

Fish scale, fan, or shell pattern looks amazing on the ceiling of any room. The pattern of half circles or circular arches is attractive and not commonly installed texture in the houses. This means your home will have a unique touch.

ProsCons
Eye-catching and uniqueTough to apply
Blends seamlessly with any wallRequires a professional to install
A little paint make the design prominent and more beautiful 

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17. Santa Fe Ceiling Texture

This drywall texture resembles a lot to skip trowel but it has more coverage area. An easy rule of thumb is Santa Fe covers sixty percent of the ceiling while skip trowel has lesser area textured. The applying method is similar; random movements at a specific angle across the roof.

ProsCons
Uneven texture looks beautifulMany confuse it with skip trowel
Easy to make random patternsNot among the favorite choice
More smooth areas

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18. Mud And Tape Ceiling Texture

Probably the most common of all ceiling texture types. With the help of this, you can remove the dullness of a flat ceiling and make it look interesting. Tape covers the joints, repaired areas, and corners of the ceiling or wall. Then mud is splashed over the ceiling.

ProsCons
Costly than other texturesMud can make everything messy
Makes broken roof just like newCan’t make it yourself, if you are dust allergic
Requires simple tools 

19. Stomp Ceiling Texture

If you really want to hide all the imperfections and stains from your roof, this texture is for you. The only thing to remember is to thin the compound with water till it reaches the consistency of paint. Then with the help of a stomp brush create the patterns.

ProsCons
No need to repair a roof, can hide all broken areasWithout right consistency can’t get the desired finish
Pattern is easy to pull-offCan ruin the furniture
No fancy tools

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20. Light Popcorn Texture

For those who prefer a versatile ceiling with changeable colors, light popcorn is the best option. On a less poppy ceiling, you can paint different light colors whenever you want.  This is a good option for those who are not a fan of aggressive patterns and want to keep it simple.

ProsCons
Doesn’t have eye striking lookToo simplistic
Has elegant appearanceWithout paint, texture is not prominent
Light color blends with white walls 

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21. Smooth Ceiling Texture

An uninterrupted, even, and smooth ceiling is probably the most famous among the types of ceiling finishes. The advantage of this ceiling is you get a perfect look for any room with a minimalistic and simple finish. It has multiple layers of mud and paint without any design or pattern.

ProsCons
Easy to install and removeImperfections are noticeable
Maintenance is easyNot good option for fans of patterns on wall
Cheaper than rest of the textures
No requirement of professional to install

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22. Skim Coat Ceiling Texture

If you have removed a heavily textured ceiling then you should try skim coat which is a type of smooth texture. It is not completely smooth but has some textures in between making it simple yet beautiful. With a thin layer of mud, you can hide the imperfections. Among many ceiling texture types, the smooth ceiling is still people’s favorite.

ProsCons
Perfect for those who are not fan of textured ceilingsCracks can appear when the plaster dries
Easy and fast to installRequires multiple layers of mud
Makes the roof smooth 

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23. Shoelace Ceiling Texture

Like the shoelace, this texture is also quite complicated but the end result is worth all the efforts. Those who prefer heavily textured roofs would love this pattern. Anybody passing by your room won’t be able to take the eyes off this beautiful mesmerizing design.

ProsCons
Most attractive ceiling textureRequires a lot of fancy tools
Fills the roof with a beautiful patternMinor detail needs to be finished neatly
Plain walls and heavily textured ceiling are perfect combo for modern houses

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24. Scalloped Ceiling Texture

This is a painted illusionary texture that is perfect for any bedroom. The melting effect of paint is depicted in this design. This ceiling with light shaded walls makes scallop design nice and comfortable for your room.

ProsCons
No rough surfaceNo sound control
Creates a perfect room environmentPaint fallen on furniture can ruin it permanently
You can paint it yourself

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25. Stamped Ceiling Texture

Another type of drywall is a stamped texture in which rollers are used to create a uniform design. The process is similar to the swirl ceiling but instead the circular shapes, random patterns are made. You can use anything available at your home to create the patterns i.e. brick, sponge, or broom bristle.

ProsCons
Gives simple yet modern lookEdges need to be sorted
Can use any available toolAnything stamped appears in backward direction

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Choosing Among Multiple Ceiling Texture Types

  • The selection of suitable ceiling texture patterns is thoughtful and competent, which must take into account both the color scheme and the decoration of the room.
  • The right way to choose a texture pattern of a room is to analyze for which room it is for; a bedroom’s ceiling texture should be different from the kitchen or study room.
  • For getting rusty appearance of a room, you should choose rough textures rather than a smooth one.
  • Avoid choosing heavily textured designs for a small room.
  • For keeping the house simple and elegant that goes with any theme, the most popular choice is a smooth textured ceiling.
  • The ceiling should always be lighter in color than the flooring.

Final Words

From the above ceiling texture types, you can choose any for your room decoration. You can read the tips for selecting the perfect option that blends well with the theme of your house.

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