How to Make a Leather-like Texture On Walls

Using a painting technique to achieve a leather-like texture on interior walls creates a classically elegant look, suitable for any room in the home. Although the technique itself is quite straightforward, this is a time-consuming process, so allow several days to complete your stylish new wall decor. Combine a faux leather finish with dark wood pieces and framed artwork for a rich, sophisticated effect.

Filler
Medium-grade sandpaper
Masking tape
Dust sheets
Latex semi-gloss paint
Paintbrush
Roller
Faux technique glaze
Leather faux finish corner stippling tool
Lint-free rag

Instructions

- 1
  Prepare the walls for painting by filling any holes or cracks. Allow the filler to set and sand smooth with a medium-grade sandpaper. Apply masking tape to the edges of the walls, the ceiling and skirting boards, and cover the floor and furniture with dust sheets.
- 2
  Paint the edges of the wall with a paintbrush, and apply a base coat to the rest of the wall with a roller for a smooth finish. Allow to dry for 4 to 6 hours before applying a second coat. Allow 24 hours for the second coat to dry and harden.
- 3
  Soak up as much faux technique glaze as possible with a roller. Apply the glaze to the wall in a column approximately 2 feet wide. Use a leather faux finish corner stippling tool to apply the glaze to the corners of the wall where the roller cannot reach.
- 4
  Dab a faux leather stippling brush onto the glazed area to create a mottled effect. Use a quick dabbing motion, changing the angle of the brush at each dab. Remove any buildup of paint from the brush with a lint-free rag as you work.
- 5
  Move across the wall, applying columns of glaze and creating the leather effect with the stippling brush, until the whole wall is complete.

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