DIY Lattice Design Painted on a Wall

Making the Stencil

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  Draw your desired lattice design on a piece of graph paper, using a stencil. Using graph paper is the easiest way to keep the diamonds a uniform size. Make the lattice’s lines at least ¼ inch wide.

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  Place the graph paper under a piece of plastic sheeting and carefully trace the design.

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  Cut out the lattice’s diamonds, using a utility knife, to leave only the lines.

Painting the Lattice

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  Wash the area of the wall where you want the stencil to go, using a sponge and soapy water. After the water dries, sand the area lightly with 100-grit sandpaper and wipe away the dust.

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  Place the stencil on the desired area. Use a level to ensure even placement. Tape the edges of the stencil with painters’ tape to make the stencil flush with the wall.

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  Apply a small amount of paint to a foam stencil brush. Overloading the brush with paint will cause excess paint to run under the stencil.

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  Paint over the stencil by dabbing with the stencil brush, in order to avoid getting paint under the stencil; add more paint when needed.

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  Lift off the stencil while the paint is still wet. For a larger design, tape the stencil next to the impression and repeat as many times as you wish.

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  Spray clear coat over the paint after it dries to protect the lattice design.