

The premixed joint compound (drywall mud) can be used as-is. Premixed joint compound has a much finer texture and takes longer to dry which is perfect for us DIYers because it gives us some wiggle room. You can get it in either a box or a bucket at your favorite home improvement store. When doing your own DIY skim coating, you will want to use a premixed joint compound aka “ drywall mud”.

This technique can be used to repair damaged walls, seal seams when installing drywall, or smooth out texture. If we are getting really technical here, skim coating is the process of layering joint compound to create a smooth surface.
#Skim coating textured walls how to
Learning how to skim coat a textured wall is a very doable DIY project for any skill level. Don’t you worry! I’ve always got you covered. But, paying someone to change the finish on your walls can be really expensive. Do you ever look at your walls and think about the texture? No? Just me? There is a current trend going around to modernize a home by having smooth walls.
