3 Things You Should Know when Selecting a Smooth Finish

Homes with truly smooth-finished walls are fairly rare. Take a look through your own home and pay special attention to the texture of your walls and ceiling: they’re probably finished with either knockdown or orange peel texture. Flat, smooth walls give homes a unique, modern look; but most homeowners don’t realize just how different they are from textured walls.

Our drywall installers love the polished look and feel of smooth walls and ceilings, but want homeowners to be prepared for the care and maintenance that comes with them. Here are 3 things to keep in mind before asking for a smooth finish:

• It’s not just unfinished drywall. All too often, homeowners think that smooth walls are achieved by painting directly onto the unfinished sheetrock. Smooth walls still involve texturing mud, but the texturing technician needs an extra steady hand to ensure the compound is applied smoothly and evenly. Keep this in mind, as your smooth walls may take a little extra time to perfect.

• Often, smooth walls look best with matte or low-shine paint. In a few of our previous blogs, we’ve differentiated between the different sheen levels of paint. While high-shine paint is easiest to clean, it also highlights imperfections the most, and the smallest imperfection in your smooth walls can become a serious eyesore. Instead, we recommend flat matte or eggshell paint.

• It might require a little extra care. Smooth walls tend to be somewhat more delicate than other finishes, and we don’t generally recommend them for people with small children or rambunctious animals. When you have smooth walls, you’ll need to pay careful attention to protect them from furniture bumps and other such accidents that are likely to leave marks.

A smooth finish is just one of many great options for your walls. Whether you’re completing a new home or knocking out a renovation, the Orlando drywall installers at New Ceilings can give your walls a professional treatment from start to finish. To learn more or to schedule your free consultation, give us a call at 407-378-6040 today.